Waianae residents demand more police after gunfire at Ma’ili Beach Park
Community members expressed outrage over the lack of police presence in their neighborhood on July 4, following a series of violent incidents. Residents at Ma'ili Beach Park reported hearing what they initially thought were fireworks, but soon realized they were gunshots. Witnesses described a chaotic scene with...
14-year-old Iliahi Ka’onohi opened for Iam Tongi, looks to record first EP soon
Guy Hagi's HNN Sunrise surf and weather report for Friday, July 4, 2025. Stable trade winds will increase late Friday and will be breezy and gusty Saturday through at least Tuesday. Sunrise sports: Osaka knocked out of Wimbledon, Dillon Gabriel gets Chrysler sponsorship. Updated: 11 hours ago. |. Former world...
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit to reopen in Kapolei, Hawaii
Texas-inspired barbecue eatery Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is set to return to Kapolei, Hawaii, under new leadership. Located at 91 to 710 Farrington Highway, the relaunch reintroduces the brand’s slow-smoked cuisine to the area. The menu showcases Texas-style classics such as brisket, ribs, pulled pork and smoked...
Some illegal aerial fireworks still seen on the 4th, despite new laws
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Nuuanu area residents were treated to a professional fireworks show for the 4th of July. It was a private show, but it was seen by the public all over Nuuanu. It was also one of the five professional fireworks displays that received permits from the city for Independence Day.
Night of gunfire: Three west Oahu shootings shake community
HONOLULU (KHON2) — West Oahu residents woke up to a wave of violence that began just after midnight. At around 12:30 a.m., Honolulu police say a 25-year-old man had just arrived home when he says a silver Toyota Corolla drove past and opened fire. He wasn’t hit but his car took multiple rounds. Neighbors say […]
Man found guilty of slicing off man’s hand with sword at Waikiki 7-Eleven
WAIKIKI, Hawaii (Island News) -- The Waikiki 7-Eleven employee accused of cutting off a customer’s hand in a gruesome sword attack in July 2022 was found guilty in court on Thursday. Jason Walker, 49, was working at the 7-Eleven near Ena Road and Kalakaua Avenue on July 22, 2022,...
Oʻahu Authorities Launch Operation Follow Through to Shut Down Illegal Game Rooms
A coordinated enforcement effort is underway to address unlicensed game rooms operating across Oʻahu. A multi-agency task force—comprising the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP), Honolulu Police Department (HPD), and Honolulu Fire Department (HFD)—has launched Operation Follow Through. The initiative is...
Top 7 US Cities with Best Air Quality in 2025: Environmental Data Breakdown
The quality of air we breathe has significant implications for our overall health and well-being, making cities with clean air increasingly desirable places to live. Recent environmental data shows a shifting landscape in air quality across American cities, with some locations consistently maintaining excellent air...
Overnight fire destroys home in Aiea, No injuries reported
AIEA, Hawai'i (Island News) -- Investigators are working to determine the cause of an overnight fire in Aiea. According to the Honolulu Fire Department, the fire occurred just before 11 p.m. Thursday on Halawa Heights Road. First responders arrived at the scene to find a single-story home fully engulfed in...
Fourth of July celebrations to take place across Hawaii
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Need a place to watch fireworks? Here are some Friday’s Fourth of July holiday hotspots to check out. The Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki’s weekly fireworks show begins at 8 p.m. The Kailua beach fireworks show also starts at 8 p.m. Haleiwa Beach Park will...
