HONOLULU (KHON2) — Kaiser Permanente Hawaii has been recognized as the highest-rated Medicare health plan in the state, earning 4.5 out of 5 stars for its 2025 Medicare health plans from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Each year, CMS publishes ratings for Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Medicare

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Firefighters extinguished a brush fire that broke out in Kokee on Saturday night, with no injuries or damage to structures reported. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The blaze was first reported at approximately 8:15 p.m. near mile marker 6 along Kokee Road. Crews from the Waimea Fire Station were the first to arrive on the scene

( iSeeCars ) – A valid driver’s license is required in order to drive a car, but do you need one to buy a car? The answer is no. However, it does make the car buying process a little more difficult. Here’s how to buy a car without a license: Reasons for Buying a Car Without a License It may seem counterintuitive to purchase a car without a license, but there are many scenarios where someone may c

FORT JACKSON, S.C. (AP) — Index cards taped to a large board on the wall at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, reveal the sometimes blunt and gritty reasons that new recruits took a chance at a last-ditch program to get into the Army . “Eviction notices motivate me,” one said. Others talked about getting free college, a good job and a way to better themselves. Known as the “Why Wall,” the board is mea

(NEXSTAR) – As the temperatures drop, the energy bills go up. But how you set your thermostat can help keep the cost of heating your home down. There are two main heater strategies: set it and forget it, or turn it on and off. While some people may prefer the first strategy, the second way is likely to be cheaper. If people are at home all day, or coming in and out pretty constantly, it might mak

(NEXSTAR) — If you’ve used Cash App since 2018, you have only about a week to claim your part of a $15 million settlement reached in a class action lawsuit . Block Inc., which owns Cash App, and Cash App Investing were accused of negligence and breaching obligations they had to users in 2022 when a former employee accessed account data without permission . Block said in a 2022 filing with the U.S

( NerdWallet ) – As interest rates start to soften, you may hear more buzz about student loan refinancing as a way to lower your bills. “Essentially, what it means is you are taking the debt that you owe and you are giving it to another company. They’re going to pay off the debt that you have with the company you currently work with, and then you’re going to pay this new company,” explains Kriste

( iSeeCars ) – Are you looking for a reliable SUV that’s budget-friendly? Here’s a list of top-rated options under $20,000, combining high safety scores, lasting reliability, and good value retention. These SUVs offer solid features, giving you quality and comfort without overspending. 1. 2020 Ford Escape Average Used Car Price : $19,991 iSeeCars Score : 8.6 / 10 Reliability : 8.2 / 10 Value Rete

LAS VEGAS ( KLAS / WAVY ) — Veterans Day, which falls on Monday, Nov. 11 this year, is a day dedicated to thanking those who served in our armed forces. As part of the holiday, many retailers and restaurants nationwide offer deals and discounts for veterans. In most cases, veterans are required to show proof of military service such as a retiree or military ID card. Also, not all national franch

Following Saturday’s Hawaii high school football action across the state, brackets for all three HHSAA tournaments have been released. OIA Open Division champion Kahuku is the top seed in the four-team Open bracket. The Red Raiders will open against Mililani, which claimed third place in the OIA on Saturday night with a victory. On the other side of the bracket, ILH champion Saint Louis will face

The University of Hawaii football team was edged 29-27 by UNLV on Saturday night at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex, falling to 4-6 for the 2024 season and 2-3 in Mountain West Conference games. UNLV, meanwhile, took home the Golden Pineapple Trophy and improved to 7-2 overall and 3-1 in Mountain West games, staying alive in the conference race. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s

HONOLULU (KHON2) – A high far north of the main Hawaiian Islands is driving moderate to breezy trade winds across local waters this afternoon. Satellite loop shows scattered to patchy broken low clouds embedded within this flow concentrating across windward and mauka sections of most islands. Leeward areas tend to have clearer skies, along with waters lee of the islands. However, cloud cover incr

SALT LAKE, Hawaii (KHON2) — Most folks who are familiar with Genki balls immediately think of the Ala Wai Canal, but the microbial mud balls are helping to clean up more than just that. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You University of Hawaii students spent their morning at another Genki Ala Wai toss, where the project has been finding success since 2

Mililani’s Dillon Gabriel broke the FBS career record for touchdown passes on Saturday, throwing his 179th career score in the third quarter of No. 1 Oregon’s win over Maryland. Gabriel finished with three passing touchdowns after completing 23 of his 34 passes for 183 yards and three touchdowns. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station Gabriel entered Saturday with 17,530 passing

WAILUKU (KHON2) — A 61-year-old Maui surfer was released from the hospital on Friday, just one week after losing his leg in a shark attack in Waiehu. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Kenji Nonaka said he’s felt uneasy about sharks ever since his hero died after being attacked on Oahu earlier this year, but said this won’t keep him out of the water

Following its dramatic win over Fresno State on the road, can the University of Hawaii football team keep its momentum going against UNLV in a battle for the Golden Pineapple Trophy? Stay with KHON2 for live updates of the game from the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex below: All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station UNLV 10, Hawaii 7, 6:02, 1Q 4:31: Hawaii forces a three-and-o

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Kuilima Farm, managed by Pono Pacific and owned by The Ritz-Carlton Oahu, Turtle Bay, launched its 3rd Annual Fall Festival today, offering a weekend of family-friendly activities. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The festival, which runs again on Sunday, Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., features a variety of attractions including

The University of Hawaii women’s volleyball team moved back into a tie for first place in the Big West with a 26-24, 21-25, 25-9, 25-18 victory at UC Davis on Saturday. Hawaii improved to 16-8 overall and 10-4 in Big West play, recovering from its historic loss at UC Riverside on Thursday. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station UH returns home for a pair of home matches, beginnin

( KTLA ) — Some fans may have felt a great disturbance in the force this week. A new “Star Wars” trilogy is in the works at Lucasfilm, as reported by Deadline and Variety on Thursday. The news comes almost five years after the last theatrical film release for the legendary sci-fi fantasy franchise. Simon Kinberg will reportedly write and produce the three new films. He’s known for his work on 21s

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii Department of Transportation announced Saturday morning the Hilo International Airport is experiencing delays. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Departing travelers have been advised to arrive at the airport two hours before their flight to combat delays at the security checkpoint. Signature issues could still affect Maui,

( NerdWallet ) – The Federal Reserve has cut short-term interest rates by 25 basis points. Nevertheless, mortgage rates went up again. The average rate on the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage climbed 11 basis points in the week ending Nov. 7, to 6.86%, according to rates provided to NerdWallet by Zillow. A basis point is one-one hundredth of a percentage point. Observers struggle to pinpoint why rates

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — With an estimated 20,000 whales dying from ship strikes each year, the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Falmouth, Mass. is working to use artificial intelligence and thermal-imaging cameras to diminish these unnecessary deaths. The independent organization, dedicated to ocean research, technology and education, said that the technology can spot whales more than 4

( KTLA ) – A Chinese chemical company, its director, and three senior employees have been indicted on charges of manufacturing and distributing fentanyl precursors and xylazine, the U.S. Department of Justice announced. The company, Hubei Aoks Bio-Tech Co. Ltd., is based in Wuhan, China, and is accused of fueling the fentanyl crisis in the United States. The 13-count federal grand jury indictment

( NewsNation ) — A credit card holder should always strive to make the minimum monthly payment, but tough economic times have made that hard for some consumers. If you can’t pay your monthly bill, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau suggests these five steps you can take to handle debt when your pockets are tight. Credit card debt relief can impact your taxes: Here’s what to know Add up inco

(NEXSTAR) – Brace yourselves, people with difficult-to-spell names: Starbucks baristas might be manually writing on the cups again. The practice of writing a customer’s name or drink modifications on their Starbucks beverage with a marker — a normal part of the Starbucks experience before the pandemic — was mostly phased out in favor of adhesive printouts bearing any names or specifications. Now,

(NEXSTAR) — While there’s plenty of time left in November, you may already have something exciting to look forward to in 2025: a slightly larger paycheck, even without a raise. Why? Thank the IRS. As it does every year, the agency recently announced roughly five dozen changes to various tax provisions that will impact 2025 (and when we file taxes in 2026). Among the notable changes were standard

( iSeeCars ) – It’s not easy to define “love” for a car, but when an original owner keeps a vehicle for more than 15 years it’s safe to assume they’re pretty happy with their ride. iSeeCars’ latest study has identified the 13 cars that more original owners keep for at least 15 years more than all other cars. While previous iSeeCars research found the average length for new car ownership is approx

NEW YORK ( PIX11 ) — Investigators have confirmed that a viral crash on the Belt Parkway in New York City was staged as part of an insurance fraud scheme. Dash camera footage of the incident, which went viral and sparked public outrage, ultimately led to an arrest . Police are still searching for three others involved, including the driver. “I’m really happy — this is really, really good news,”

( iSeeCars ) – The Ford F-150 has been the best-selling vehicle in America for over 40 years, and the Ram 1500 pickup and the Chevrolet Silverado are also mainstays on the list of best-selling vehicles. Whether they use them for workplace heavy-hauling or as family vehicles, Americans love half-ton pickup