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Too often, people released from prison eventually violate their parole or commit new crimes and end up back in prison. The Institute for Human Services, known for its work with homeless people, is trying to end that cycle with a re-entry program that serves as a bridge between release from prison and full...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - One of Asia’s largest convenience store chains is opening in Hawaii this year. CU carries popular Korean national brands, as well as private-label items, in everything from viral Korean beverages and snacks to cosmetics and household items. Customers can also grab hot meals, a variety of...

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Smashed or loaded? Vegetarian or grass-fed? Sesame, brioche or potato bun? Burger options are plentiful in Honolulu, and everyone has a favorite. Whether it’s the stack of fresh toppings or a simple sauce and nostalgia, the accoutrements often are just as important as the patty. Here you’ll find our staff favorite...

Kīlauea has been erupting 21 times since December 2024, offering scientists the opportunity to study the volcano's inner workings and future behavior, with the current activity having parallels to past eruptions.

Kaimuki residents have had it with a monster home at 3615 Sierra Dr.

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - An Iolani School student represented Hawaii in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Kira Lau, 13, won the Hawaii State Spelling Bee to make it to the national contest in Maryland. She said that one of her favorite words is farcicle. “It’s really exciting, but it’s also really...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Rice and sake from the Yamagata prefecture of Japan were in the spotlight at a special culinary showcase Tuesday. A delegation from Yamagata, including Gov. Mieko Yoshimura and Takeshi Suda, head chef of the restaurant Okimizuki, joined faculty, students, and guests at the Culinary...

KANEOHE, Hawaii (Island News) -- An SUV caught on fire at the entrance of the Tetsuo Harano Tunnel heading to town after getting into a crash with another car on Monday evening. The H-3 Freeway accident happened around 5:40 p.m. on May 26. The vehicles were off on the far...

A few years ago, ʻIlima Intermediate teacher Sarah Milianta-Laffin was surprised to see a student with previously good attendance start showing up to class late and without her uniform at the end of the year. The teen earned enough tardy slips in the final weeks of school to be...