Homeowners feel sidelined after insurance companies cancel their storm coverage
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Lyons built their Haleiwa Home in the late ’70s with redwood walls simply because it was a good deal. “We were permitted at that time. We followed all the rules,” said Marilee Lyons. But the couple did not expect their cost-efficient choice would in...
HPD warns residents of new scam, involving letter demanding $2K to avoid jail time
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu police are warning residents of a new scam. On July 8, police received a report from a concerned citizen regarding a new text message scam. The message included a photo of a letter impersonating law enforcement officers. The contents of the message accused the recipient of being...
Police searching for suspect after armed robbery in Waipahu
Honolulu police are searching for a male suspect after an armed robbery in Waipahu.
Waikiki’s old apartment makes way for new affordable housing
HONOLULU (Island News) – An aging Waikiki apartment building on Ala Moana Blvd was demolished after being abandoned for more than 20 years. Mayor Rick Blangiardi joined city officials and community members to mark the housing milestone. The project aims to replace the old structure with new affordable housing units.
Man arrested in illegal game room raid in Waianae
WAIANAE, Hawaii (Island News) -- A man was arrested on Tuesday after an illegal game room was found at a home in Waianae. Police officers conducted a search warrant on Oahu’s west side near Farrington Highway at 6:30 p.m. on July 8. A 29-year-old man was arrested as a result of 20 gambling machines, $3,615 in cash...
Former doctor convicted of drug dealing wants early release due to medical condition
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Rudolph Puana wants his 90-month sentence reduced because he has a tumor and needs surgery. The former Hawaii Island medical doctor was convicted on 38 counts of distributing oxycodone and fentanyl, conspiracy and gun crimes. He is currently serving his sentence at FCI Englewood, a low...
Stranger danger incident in Kaneohe found to be a misunderstanding
KANEOHE, Hawaii (Island News) -- After a man was reportedly trying to lure young girls with a stuffed animal in Kaneohe on Monday, police deemed the stranger danger case to be a misunderstanding. A man in his 50s to 60s offered a Hello Kitty plush doll to girls ages 11...
Plans to demolish Ward Centre begin
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Town will be saying a hui hou to Ward Centre as plans have been set into motion to demolish the shopping center. Built in the 1980s, Ward Centre is home to over a dozen businesses including shops, boutiques, a co-working space and eateries. A permit for demolition was posted on Wednesday,...
Teens allegedly robbed at gunpoint by men in ski masks at Makakilo park
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Two teenage boys were robbed at gunpoint by two men in ski masks at Makakilo District Park early Wednesday morning, shortly after midnight, according to Honolulu police. A 17-year-old boy and a 15-year-old boy were at the park when the 17-year-old went to use the restroom. He...
19 fireworks citations issued on Oʻahu during Fourth of July
State and county law enforcement say they issued 19 fireworks citations and 75 warnings from Hālawa to Mākaha on Oʻahu this Fourth of July. The joint venture called Operation Safe Skies was the first action taken under the recently signed Act 243. Law enforcement is now allowed...
