Salvation Army’s giving events coming to select Hawaii Walmart’s in July
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Salvation Army Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division will be hosting several “Stuff the Bus” events at Walmart locations across the state. On select dates in July, shoppers are invited to buy and donate school supplies to the Salvation Army collection bins located at the front of each sto
Sand Island shoreline restoration starts, WWII debris removed
Crews will begin removing hazardous materials from aging World War II-era structures along the southwestern shoreline of Sand Island on Thursday, July 9, to reduce the risk of injuries for park users.
Increased showers and humidity possible into the weekend
Areas of deep tropical moisture will increase showers and humidity Thursday morning and again Friday into Saturday.
Honolulu Slashes Economic Recovery Office Over Mayor’s Objections
The Honolulu City Council voted Wednesday to drastically downsize the countyʻs pandemic-era Office of Economic Revitalization over the strong objections of Mayor Rick Blangiardi who called the move “reckless and shortsighted.”. The decision will result in 15 of the current 21 staff losing their jobs and the agency...
‘No surprises’: Paid parking lot operators on Hawai‘i Island will be required to post...
After a bill to cap paid parking in the Historic Kailua Village failed to move forward, Hawai‘i County Council Member Rebecca Villegas is addressing what she describes as predatory practices in other ways. On Wednesday, the Hawai‘i County Council unanimously passed an ordinance that requires operators of paid parking..
Police investigate attempted murder following gunshots in Ala Moana area
An attempted murder investigation is underway following police reports of a male suspect with a handgun and gunshots in the Ala Moana area. Police said officers responded to reports at 4 p.m. on Wednesday regarding a man who allegedly had a handgun in the Ala Moana area.
Falling construction debris prompts road closure in Honolulu
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Falling construction debris prompted a road closure in Honolulu Wednesday. Photos sent to Hawaii News Now show construction materials hanging from the side of a building being constructed for Straub Benioff Medical Center on South King Street. A viewer told HNN they heard a loud boom and...
Experience authentic Japanese flavors at Tsurutontan Waikiki
Honolulu (KHON2) – Tsurutontan Waikīkī at Royal Hawaiian Center offers a refreshing dining experience with handcrafted Japanese udon noodles and a menu full of flavorful favorites. Known for its signature oversized bowls and freshly made udon, the restaurant serves a variety of hot and cold noodle dishes,...
Local sisters inspire leadership in Hawaiʻi’s Summer Fun program
Three sisters volunteer with the City and County of Honolulu's Summer Fun program, where they help create a fun, welcoming environment while building leadership skills and watching keiki form friendships.
Honolulu Bill Would Let Affordable Rentals Rise to 60 Feet With No Parking Required
Honolulu bill would let affordable rentals rise to 60 ft (or existing zoning), require no parking or bike stalls, and cut setbacks.
