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HONOLULU (Island News) – The City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Transportation Services (DTS) announced upcoming fare changes for TheBus, Skyline and Handi-Van, starting on July 1, 2026. The current fare structure has been in place since July 2022. The fare adjustments are part of ongoing efforts...

A new farm on Oʻahu's North Shore is working to employ refugees, immigrants and survivors of human trafficking while strengthening Hawaiʻi's food resilience and security. Pacific Gateway Center, a partner affiliate of the United States Committee for Refugees and Immigrants and the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, st

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Hawaii Island police are conducting high-visibility traffic enforcement to try to reduce the amount of crashes in the county. From June 8 to June 14, officers were placed in easy-to-see locations along Daniel K. Inouye Highway, also known as Saddle Road. In just one week, officers pulled...

Honolulu’s multimillion-dollar investment in new building permit software may be showing signs of paying off after a stormy start that saw some permitting staff pleading for a return to the old system. Following years of complaints from residents and builders about epic delays that left projects to languish —...

Tucked just off Seaside Avenue, Heavenly Island Lifestyle has become a favorite comfort spot for locals and savvy visitors who crave fresh, island‑inspired plates. People love that the food feels bright, satisfying, and not too heavy, perfect before or after a beach day. The focus on local ingredients, easygoing...

For the first time, Hawaiʻi will host a tribute to melancholy movies. It's called Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair. The Doris Duke Theatre at the Honolulu Museum of Art will showcase emotionally challenging cinema from June 25-28. The idea for Bleak Week came from the Los Angeles-based organization American...

HONOLULU (Island News) -- Ward Centre is closing its doors after more than 40 years and tenants will now have to vacate by the end of the month. While Ward Centre shops are planning to close very soon due to luxury condos being built, one local coffee shop finds a relocation at Ala Moana.

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Trevor Ozawa formally challenged Honolulu Council Chair Tommy Waters’ candidacy in circuit court on Tuesday, escalating a dispute as the candidates vie to represent Waikīkī, Kaimukī and East Honolulu on the council. In his 52-page complaint, Ozawa says Waters should be deemed ineligible for this year’s...

High levels of bacteria linked to raw sewage are being detected at several Oahu beaches. Testing shows some areas far exceed safe recreational standards, raising health concerns for swimmers. Experts said changing ocean conditions can impact contamination levels.