Poisons in paradise: How Mexican cartels target Hawaii with meth, fentanyl

HONOLULU — Locals tout the tangerine sunsets from Oahu’s quieter west coast, but homeless tents that dot the ocean’s edge hint at a growing problem — poisons in paradise brought in by Mexican cartels. The dominant super cartels — Sinaloa and its …

Hawaii tourist bitten by shark while swimming, found ‘bleeding profusely’

Marine ecologist Mike Heithaus joins ‘America Reports’ to discuss three injured in two separate shark attacks off of Florida’s panhandle. A 20-year-old tourist visiting Hawaii was found “bleeding profusely” after a suspected shark attack on …

Downtown Honolulu electric grid upgrade will be long, disruptive

1/1 Swipe or click to see more JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaiian Electric said upgrade work in downtown Honolulu had begun during the prior decade with about 25% of the project completed before the coronavirus pandemic. Above, HECO …

Hawaii Attorney General seeks interview on 2018 Lahaina wildfire

1/1 Swipe or click to see more COURTESY MAUI COUNTY Amos Lonokailua-­Hewett The state Department of the Attorney General filed a motion Monday to force the director of the Maui Emergency Management Agency to answer questions about how he commanded the …

Finding a licensed landscaper in Hawaii could save you thousands

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The summer season brings an increase in landscaper activity, and according to Better Business Bureau, this year, property owners are losing thousands of dollars by working with uninsured and underqualified landscape companies. Cameron …

Join the 76th Aloha Festivals Annual Floral Parade: A Celebration of Hawaiian Culture

The 76th Aloha Festivals Annual Floral Parade is set to dazzle Honolulu on September 28th, 2024, presented by ‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach. This year, Makana McClellan steps into the role of Parade Chair, following the esteemed Aunty Toni, who has led …

Stine Enterprises Ignites Southwest Expansion with Opening of Two New Hawaiian Bros Locations in Arizona and Texas

Hawaiian Bros’ Multi-Unit Franchisee Opens Locations in Phoenix and Lubbock KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hawaiian Bros is debuting two new island-inspired franchise locations in Phoenix, Arizona and Lubbock, Texas. These are …

How rich is Hawaii senator Mazie Hirono: Mazie Hirono’s net worth revealed

As a prominent political figure in the United States, Mazie Hirono’s net worth is of interest to her home state of Hawaii and the entire country. This is why, in the following piece, we’ll explore her assets, investments, and all other relevant financial …

Steve Alm: Marijuana Legalization Carries Risks For Hawaii

The Honolulu prosecutor says greater usage would mean more negative and harmful consequences. As an active participant in the effort to stop commercial (recreational) legalization of marijuana (personal use has already been decriminalized), I read Neal …

Scientists and the military join forces to restore hundreds of acres of tropical Hawaiian forest: ‘It’s a true win-win’

Photo Credit: U.S. Army Photo Tropical forests in the Hawaiian islands have long been under siege by non-indigenous biological invaders. However, teams of scientists, researchers, and even the military are now seeing the fruits of a yearslong collaborative …

Cool-Off Hawaiian Style at Mama Dukes Hawaiian Barbecue at Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market

BLOOMINGTON – Amber Racoma is a food and beverage artisan and the proprietor of Mama Dukes Hawaiian Barbecue. She offers an array of Polynesian meals along with cold, flavorful Hawaiian Sun drinks like Strawberry Guava, Pass-O-Guava, Pineapple Orange, …

Column: Wage theft is a serious Hawaii issue that must be remedied

Wage theft is the failure of an employer to pay employees what they have legitimately earned. It can take many forms, including but not limited to unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, misclassified employees, tip stealing and payments of wages in cash …

Experience Dar Williams Live at Blue Note Hawaii

Blue Note Hawaii is set to host the renowned singer-songwriter Dar Williams on June 27th, 2024, for two unforgettable performances. With shows scheduled at 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m., Williams promises to deliver an evening filled with her signature blend of …

Hawaii Wildfire

Construction on Gene Milne’s property is seen during a media tour Wednesday, June 26, 2024, in Lahaina, Hawaii. Milne lost his newly built home in last year’s wildfire. His is the first to start construction because his previous home was not yet …

Hawaii hosting US Youth Soccer regionals for first time since 2018

The 2024 U.S. Youth Soccer Far West Regional Championships are being held in Hawaii at the recently renovated Waipio Soccer Complex for the first time since 2018. Across more than a dozen divisions, nine teams from the islands have advanced into Thursday’s …

Hawaii Health Department reports 6 more COVID deaths

The Hawaii Department of Health todayreported six additional COVID-related deaths, bringing the state’s COVID toll since the start of the pandemic to 2,183. The reported deaths come after two consecutive weeks of no new deaths. COVID metrics, meanwhile, …

Hawaii Wildfire

3 different investigations ongoing in Hawaii Sheriffs dept.

by: Nicole Napuunoa Posted: Jun 26, 2024 / 03:18 PM HST Updated: Jun 26, 2024 / 03:41 PM HST HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawaii Sheriffs Department is facing scrutiny after several deputies were arrested in the span of a week but the Department of Law …

Carrier USS Carl Vinson, International Warships Arrive in Hawaii for RIMPAC 2024

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024 on June 25. US Navy Photo The United States Navy and 28 partner nations will begin the 29th biennial Exercise …