The University of Hawaii won the Big West women’s volleyball tournament and advanced to the NCAA Tournament, defeating Cal Poly 25-19, 25-19, 27-29, 25-22 in the championship match. Hawaii improved to 21-9 overall, advancing to its 31st straight NCAA Tournament in which it was eligible, including its fifth straight NCAA Tournament appearance. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports statio

Kahuku and Saint Louis battled for the HHSAA Open Division football championship on Friday at the University of Hawaii’s Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex, with the Crusaders coming out on top 17-10 in front of a crowd of 8,566. Saint Louis completes Year 1 of the Tupu Alualu 9-3 overall, winning its first state title since 2019. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station Meanwhi

Freshman Micah Alejado stole the show on senior night as the University of Hawaii football team closed out its 2024 season with a 38-30 win over New Mexico at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex on Saturday night. Both Hawaii and New Mexico closed out its 2024 campaigns at 5-7. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station Brayden Schager did not play due to a left knee injury, en

HONOLULU (KHON2) – The weak boundary approaching from the northwest will stall and dissipate northwest of the coastal waters through the remainder of the weekend. Otherwise, a weak subtropical ridge axis will remain over or near the islands with weak ridging aloft through the middle of next week. Winds will become light and variable over much of the state Sunday into Monday, then remain on the li

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A public ferry service between Maui and Lanai is one step closer to reality. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news The Maui County Department of Transportation wants to hear from interested companies to take over the current profit-driven service. The current ferry between Maui and Lanai brings passengers to and from the Valley and

The University of Hawaii football team is set to take the field in its final game of the 2024 season. New Mexico (5-6) has bowl eligibility to play for, while Hawaii (4-7) will have pride as its main motivating factor. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station How will each team respond to their respective motivations? Follow along as KHON2 will provide live updates of the game belo

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A civil jury has reached a verdict over a deadly deputy-involved shooting at the State Capitol in 2019. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The family of Delmar Espejo sued the State of Hawaii and the sheriff who shot him on Feb. 18, 2019, for Espejo’s wrongful death and the use of excessive force. Fatal Capitol shooting classified

Ahead of its showdown against No. 1 UCLA, the University of Hawaii women’s basketball team pulled away from UT Martin on Saturday afternoon at the Stan Sheriff Center. Tipoff on Sunday between the ‘Bows (5-1) and Bruins (7-0) is set for 2:30 p.m. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station On Saturday, the Rainbow Wahine found themselves down 24-17 at halftime but outscored the Skyhaw

WAIKIKI, Hawaii (KHON2) — Thousands of residents and visitors on Oahu headed down to Waikiki Beach Walk on Saturday, Nov. 30 to partake in Small Business Saturday, the day after Black Friday that aims to support independently owned businesses. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You About 15 Hawaii-owned businesses participated in the event, each marked w

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii Island residents felt what they described as “light shaking” after a 4.0-magnitude earthquake occurred 11 miles west-northwest of Volcano. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The earthquake happened on Saturday, Nov. 30 morning around 8:40 a.m. near the top of Mauna Loa Road at a depth of 13 miles below sea level. More than 7

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Several cities across the United States have already banned the sale of plastic water bottles at certain facilities. Now, the Honolulu City Council is looking to do the same. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Honolulu City Councilmember Matt Weyer and Chair Tommy Waters introduced a bill to prohibit the sale and purchase of single

(NEXSTAR) – Ah, just like mama used to make! A diner at an Olive Garden restaurant claims she was recently served a breadstick printed with numbers and letters — a discovery that has Olive Garden itself “concerned.” “We are concerned to see this,” a representative from Olive Garden told the customer after she posted a photo of her breadstick to TikTok. “Can you please send an email to social@oliv

(WGHP) — Bob Bryar, the drummer of the rock band My Chemical Romance from 2004 to 2014 has died, TMZ reports . He was 44. According to TMZ, Bryar was found dead in his Tennessee home Tuesday after last being seen alive on November 4. Bryar first joined the group in 2004 after meeting them while they were on tour with The Used. He went on to play drums on the 2006 album “The Black Parade,” the gro

( NewsNation ) — With credit card debt reaching an all-time high , now is the time for the most pertinent questions and answers surrounding a difficult reality many Americans are facing. Credit card debt rose to a record $1.17 billion in the third quarter, per the New York Federal Reserve . From how to pay off your debt to consolidating credit card debt and more, NewsNation has answers for you. H

(NEXSTAR) — Those who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits from the Social Security Administration are no strangers to schedule interruptions when it comes to payments being dispersed, but December is shaping up to be a bit of a wonky month. Supplemental Security Income, or SSI , beneficiaries include those with disabilities and older adults with little to no income. In 2024 , the maximu

(NEXSTAR) – Award-winning actor Earl Holliman has died at the age of 96, according to multiple reports. Holliman died Monday in hospice care at his home in Studio City according to his spouse, Craig Curtis, who told The Hollywood Reporter . Born in 1928 in Delhi, Louisiana, Holliman was best known for his roles in “Forbidden Planet”, “Giant”, and “The Rainmaker”, in which he won the Golden Globe

(NEXSTAR) – A secret Santa-inspired scam is making its rounds again on social media, the Better Business Bureau warns. You may see it being called “Secret Sister” or “Secret Santa Dog” – but either way, it’s illegal. The scam catches people’s attention with a too-good-to-be-true promise: send one gift and you’ll receive as many as 36 presents in return. There are many variations, the BBB says. So

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details. Cyber Weekend is the time to buy gifts Between Secret Santa exchanges at work, White Elephant parties, stocking stuffers and growing families, with each passing year our collective shopping lists seem to grow longer and longer. Hunting for the perfect gift is already a stressful affair, and budgets make things even mor

HONOLULU (KHON2) — More than 770,000 people traveled to Hawaii this October. That’s just shy of what we saw in October 2019, before COVID shut everything down. While the industry continues to rebound, the Japanese market is still lagging. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You There were just under 67,000 visitors from Japan in October, an improvement fr

The University of Hawaii women’s volleyball team prevailed over UC Davis 25-22, 16-25, 25-20, 21-25, 15-13 in the semifinals of the Big West Conference tournament on Friday. Hawaii improves to 20-9 overall and advances to the Big West finals against Cal Poly at 3 p.m. HST on Saturday. The ‘Bows went 2-0 against the Mustangs in the regular season . All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports s

HALEIWA, Hawaii (KHON2) — Most north and west-facing shores are under a High Surf Warning and lifeguards are doing their best to warn people of the danger after three drownings since October on Oahu’s North Shore. Check out more news from around Hawaii Oahu lifeguards issued 10,000 warnings and needed to conduct 15 rescues, but the big waves did not stop the Haleiwa Pro from going down on Friday

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The long-awaited children’s playground at Kolowalu Park reopened on Wednesday, Nov. 27, allowing keiki in the Ala Moana and Kakaako area to burn off their energy before Thanksgiving day. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news City officials announced the park’s temporary closure in mid-August to prepare for the updated “state-of-the-

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The 83rd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor is right around the corner. To commemorate the somber, yet historic event, the Hawaii State Archives are helping shed light on the event and honor the war dead. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The Pacific War Memorial Commission will share planning documents and maps with the pu

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The biggest shopping weekend is officially here. Millions of Americans are projected to spend billions of dollars over the next few days and Hawaii is no exception. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news Black Friday is finally here and so are the crowds and lines. The wait to get into Lexbreezy Hawaii at Pearlridge was up to two hou

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BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details. Walmart’s Black Friday sale has deals you don’t want to miss Black Friday is here and retailers rolling out great sales so you can get a jump start on your holiday shopping. Walmart has launched some of its best Black Friday deals online, including deep discounts on toys, electronics, kitchenware and more. If your holi

NEW YORK (AP) — More shoppers than ever are on track to use ‘buy now, pay later’ plans this holiday season, as the ability to spread out payments looks attractive at a time when Americans still feel the lingering effect of inflation and already have record-high credit card debt. The data firm Adobe Analytics predicts shoppers will spend 11.4% more this holiday season using buy now, pay later than

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details. Spruce up your home with Wayfair’s Black Friday deals Are you ready to shop on Black Friday? While Thanksgiving may not even be here yet, you don’t have to wait until after your Turkey dinner to start shopping for the holidays — and taking advantage of huge savings. Tons of retailers are getting a head start on holiday

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Santa Claus is bringing holiday cheer to the Waikiki Aquarium this week with two special appearances under the sea. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Visitors can catch Diving Santa as he takes a plunge into the Aquarium’s Hunters on the Reef exhibit, kicking off the festive season in a unique way. Hikers found after two day searc

( NewsNation ) — A long hot shower after a tiring day may be good for your mental health, but it could be harmful to your skin health, dermatologists warn. Scalding showers can lead to the removal of skin layers and essential oils from your body, which can be damaging, and regularly exposing your hair and skin to too much hot water can be detrimental to both, research shows. “A hot bath or shower

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A 20-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a collision on the H-1 Freeway late Thursday night, November 28, 2024, in the Honolulu area. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) reported that the crash occurred at approximately 11:50 p.m. when the motorcyclist rear-ended a 35-year-old male motorist trave

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Two hikers in their 20s were safely rescued Friday morning after becoming lost on the Lulumahu Falls Trail in Nuuanu. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You On November 28, 2024, the Honolulu Fire Department (HFD)received a 911 call at 6:30 p.m. reporting hikers were lost after hiking for about four hours. A total of five HFD units, st

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Who doesn’t love leftovers? But after a couple of days feasting on them, you might get a little bored or disgruntled. So, KHON2.com decided to do a bit of internet scouring to see what kinds of ideas could inspire us to get creative with all that food. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You 1. Turkey and cranberry sandwich Ingredients

HONOLULU (KHON2) — As the world observes World AIDS Day, the focus turns to reflection, remembrance, and redoubling efforts in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The theme of World AIDS Day, which is held annually on Dec. 1, resonates strongly in Hawaiʻi where both public health professionals and community members have worked tirelessly for decades to combat the virus. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A family on Maui is trying to recover from the devastating wildfires. This family was among the many who threw what they could into their car and managed to escape the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfires. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Like many, they lost their home and all other belongings. Dad and Mom, who was pregnant at the ti

Congrats to all the ! All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station The full list of winners is below, while the full awards show can be seen above. Marcus Mariota Award – Player of the Year 2024: Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, QB, Campbell Past winners: 2023: Treston “Kini” McMillan, QB, Mililani 2022: Liona Lefau, LB, Kahuku 2021: Kainoa “Kaikai” Carvalho, WR, Kahuku 2019: Titus Mokiao-Ati

With his record-breaking 2024 season, Campbell star quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele is the winner of the 2024 Cover2 Marcus Mariota Award for Hawaii High School Football Player of the Year. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station More on Sagapolutele above, who joins elite company. Marcus Mariota Award – Player of the Year 2024: Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele, QB, Campbell 2023: Tr

HONOLULU (KHON2) — For decades, Black Friday has been one of the biggest shopping days of the year. The moniker was originally coined by retailers to indicate their shift from losses (in the red) to profits (in the black) thanks to holiday shopping demand. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Since it falls the day after Thanksgiving, it marked the off

Despite another efficient performance from Saint Louis alumnus and Ewa Beach native Tua Tagovailoa, the Miami Dolphins had their three-game winning streak snapped at the Green Bay Packers on primetime on Thanksgiving. The Packers improved to 9-3 with a 30-17 win, while the Dolphins fell to 5-7. All the latest sports news from Hawaii’s sports station Tagovailoa completed 36 of his 45 passes for 35

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A man, who has helped many, works two jobs and has been his mother’s caregiver. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news He does much for his community such as feeding the homeless, coordinates toy drives, volunteers where and when needed and plans events for the public housing areas in his neighborhood. He often uses his own money to

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The holiday season is officially underway with several parades taking place this weekend across the islands. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You On Saturday, December 2, there are two parades to enjoy: the Hawaii Kai Christmas Parade at 9 a.m. and the Kapolei City Lights Parade at 5 p.m. Protect yourself during Black Friday shopping

HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s going to be an extremely busy weekend for shoppers. Analysts predict more than $30 billion in sales over the Black Friday weekend. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news But with big sales, come big opportunity for thieves. Thanksgiving shopping means picking up those last minute essentials. “Poke, ahi poke, ahi sashimi, tako po

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Ensuring everyone gets to share in the holiday blessings is a community effort. This Thanksgiving was all about sharing the love. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Lanakila Meals on Wheels delivered over 600 meals all across Oahu with the help of almost 200 volunteers. “During the holidays, the loneliness can hit a little harder. A

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Comedian Jo Koy is back in the islands, delivering three shows at the Blaisdell this weekend. He stopped by the KHON studios just a couple of hours after arriving from Los Angeles. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You It’s no secret that Jo Koy’s love for Hawaii runs deep. “I’m just back home. This is what I call home,” said Koy, sit

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A community effort in Kaimuki is working to clear overgrown vegetation around a key park to reduce wildfire risk. However, they’re facing challenges with participation and limited resources, and they know time is of the essence. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Mau’umae Nature Park is nestled above Kaimuki. The serene green space

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A hiker was rescued Tuesday night after becoming injured while attempting to assist a lost hiker on the Maunawili Trail. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) responded to a 911 call at 9:35 p.m. on November 27, 2024, reporting an injured hiker on the trail. Six fire units, staffed with 16 personnel,

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( The Hill ) — The majority of Americans will steer away from discussing politics during this year’s Thanksgiving holiday, according to a survey released on Tuesday. In the new poll, done by CBS News/YouGov, around 71 percent of Americans said they will try to avoid discussing politics on Thanksgiving. On the flip side, 29 percent of respondents stated they would try to talk about it. Following P

(Stacker) – The 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature 28 clown crews, 26 floats, 16 giant balloons, 11 marching bands, five performance groups, three “baloonicles”—cold-air inflatables driven down the parade route, and numerous performers. The parade in New York City, presented by department store chain Macy’s, was first held in 1924 under the heading “Macy’s Christmas Parade” to promo

( WFXR ) – Amazons workers across 20 countries, including the United States, are striking against what the organizing labor union calls anti-worker and anti-democratic practices. This is the fifth year UNI Global Union has spearheaded the “Make Amazon Pay” movement with the aim to hold Amazon accountable for “labor abuses, environmental degradation and threats to democracy.” “Bezos’s company has

LUCERNE, Switzerland (AP) — Would you trust an “AI Jesus” with your innermost thoughts and troubles? Researchers and religious leaders on Wednesday released findings from a two-month experiment through art in a Catholic chapel in Switzerland, where an avatar of “Jesus” on a computer screen — tucked into a confessional — took questions by visitors on faith, morality and modern-day woes, and offere

(NEXSTAR) — Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was recently fined more than $14,000 for celebrating a touchdown pass by making a “violent gesture.” San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa was fined