Kunia Road Horror, Late-Night Waipahu Crash Becomes Oahu’s 77th Traffic Death
A late-night head-on collision on Kunia Road in Waipahu has claimed the life of a motorcyclist, officials said, marking Oʻahu’s 77th traffic fatality of 2025. Emergency Medical Services took the rider to an area hospital in critical condition, where he later died, while the occupants of the other vehicle were not...
Kapolei roadwork prompts lane closure, speed limit change
KAPOLEI, Hawaii (Island News) – The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) announced a single lane closure on eastbound Farrington Hwy between the H-1 on-tamp and Old Farrington Hwy from 11 p.m. on December 8, 2025, through 4 a.m. on Dec. 9, 2025. During the closure, HDOT will adjust speed...
Paddler rescued off the shore of Hanauma Bay
This morning, Dec. 7, Honolulu Ocean Safety rescued a female paddler off the shore of Hanauma Bay.
Repaving work to close westbound lanes on Nimitz Hwy. at Kalihi Stream Bridge
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Repaving work on the Kalihi Stream Bridge along westbound lanes on Nimitz Highway will begin Monday. The Hawaii Department of Transportation said all but one westbound lane will be open along Nimitz Highway across the bridge as crews pave in the remaining three lanes. Work will take...
The 201-day strike that changed how Dole treated workers across Hawaii
In 1951, eight hundred workers on Lanai stood alone against Dole, the world’s biggest pineapple company. For 201 days, they held firm while every other Hawaiian island gave in. Led by Filipino labor organizer Pedro de la Cruz, these workers built soup kitchens, hunted food, and even made Keiki...
Nagasaki atomic bomb survivors in Honolulu for WWII memorial events
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Nagasaki atomic bomb survivors, known as the “hibakusha,” will host events to share personal stories of the 1945 World War II atomic bombing and engage in discussions of peace as this year marks the 80th anniversary. Dr. Masao Tomonaga was two years old when his...
Youth group volunteers clean Ala Wai and Koko Head areas
HONOLULU (Island News) – ASEZ WAO, a youth volunteer group part of the World Mission Society Church of God, organized a clean-up activity at Ala Wai and Koko Head. The event, held on Sunday morning from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., focused on uniting young adults for community and environmental improvement.
Moped rider suffers serious head injuries in Ala Moana crash
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A moped rider suffered serious head injuries in a crash in Ala Moana Saturday night. The crash happened at around 10 p.m. at the intersection of Kapiolani Boulevard and Atkinson Drive. EMS said they treated a 35-year-old man who was riding a moped and was involved in...
Two teens seriously hurt in e-bike and car crash
Two teens riding tandem on an e-bike without helmets were taken to the hospital after colliding with a car near Alapoai Street, Honolulu EMS says.
WCCC inmates reunite with family for Christmas Ohana Day event
HONOLULU (Island News) – Family members were able to reunite with their loved ones at the Women’s Community Correctional Center (WCCC) Maunawili Cottage courtyard for a fun Christmas-themed gathering. WCCC hosted the “Star Light, Star Bright” Ohana Day event for about 40 inmates and more than 70 family...
