New sustainability project modernizes Ala Wai Golf Course
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The City and County of Honolulu unveiled Monday new sustainability and infrastructure upgrades at Ala Wai Golf Course, part of its broader effort to cut energy costs and reduce carbon emissions. The project includes a new 137-kilowatt solar system installed on the clubhouse carport....
Damien Memorial Gears Up for Homecoming Rally on October 4
Honolulu (KHON2) — Damien Memorial School is preparing to welcome students, alumni, and families back to campus for its annual Homecoming Rally on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 4–8 p.m. The event promises an evening filled with school pride, entertainment, and community spirit. The rally will feature live...
Power restored to more than 3,000 in Honolulu area
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Power was restored to more than 3,000 after an outage Monday afternoon. Hawaiian Electric posted on social media around 12:20 p.m. that 1,200 customers were without power in the Waikiki area. First responders were en route, HECO said. Around 1:10 p.m., the HECO’s outage website showed that...
Groundbreaking, blessing held for new 11-acre industrial project in Kapolei
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A groundbreaking and blessing were held in Kapolei, Tuesday morning, for a new 11-acre industrial subdivision. The Coral Creek Center will give businesses the chance to own their property by offering 10 lots, ranging in size from 25,000 square feet to nearly 3 acres. Businesses will also...
City set to take over Skyline phase 2, opens to the public Oct. 16
The second phase of Skyline has taken two years and three months, and it's finally ready to open, with many expecting big changes to their commute.
Armed robbery, ATM theft under investigation in Waipahu; 3 men at large
HPD is investigating an armed robbery in Waipahu where three men stole an ATM from a gas station, leading to a vehicle fire and recovery of the ATM.
Monk seals: Leave them alone
"What I like to tell our guests is to stick out your arm and your thumb, if that thumb can cover the entire seal, you are far enough away."
Honolulu councilmembers urge more department coordination during emergencies
Honolulu councilmembers pushed the city Department of Emergency Management for more coordination and public awareness for evacuation plans following the July tsunami warning. The department provided an overview to the council's Public Safety Committee on how the emergency was handled — and lessons learned....
Hawaii police get biggest raises in 20 years, tackling vacancies
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Police officers in Hawaii are set to receive their largest pay raises in nearly 20 years. The new four-year contract provides a more than 27% pay increase over its duration, with the pay retroactively starting from July 1, 2025. Officers will receive annual raises of 5%.
Oahu sees drop in car break-ins with new surveillance cameras
Honolulu police have installed surveillance cameras in East Oahu's high crime areas, leading to a noticeable drop in vehicle break-ins at Halona Blowhole.
