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University officials said there are no plans, but want to hear from the community.
Forecast: Trade winds are on cruise control
Authorities say John McCabe offered to help sell the victim’s yacht, but instead fabricated documents to change the ownership, then pocketed all of the money.
Aiva Arquette is a projected first-rounder in this year’s MLB Draft, and proud to be among a wave of homegrown prospects making an impact.
A grassroots effort to rebuild Upcountry Maui has taken hold in the Kula burn zone.
Hawaii’s annual legislative session came to an end Friday with lawmakers congratulating themselves, while some good government groups complained of secrecy and failure to reform.
According to her principal, Veronica “Bonnie” Nagahisa will be the first student on Kauai to graduate with a high school diploma and a bachelor’s degree.
Students, parents, teachers and staff are asked to give feedback through Monday, May 5.
According to police, a car on Waianuenue Avenue hit a pedestrian, who was on the roadway and not in a marked crosswalk.
Vice detectives recovered over 70 graphic videos involving minors from Dawson Pilanca’s mobile device, police said.
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Officers responded to a fire at Wahiawa District Park at around 11 p.m. and found the playground structure fully engulfed in flames.
Prince David Klaren Laamea Kaumualii Kawananakoa, a respected figure in Hawaii’s alii lineage and a dedicated cultural steward, has died.
Public broadcasters in Hawaii are bracing for potential impact from President Donald Trump’s executive order to cut federal funding to NPR and PBS.
Three men have been charged in connection with a scheme to defraud the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs of over $9.1 million.
After being let go almost six months ago, former University of Hawaii athletics director Craig Angelos has reapplied for the position, but declined further comment to keep a low-key approach.
Roots Jiu Jitsu in Aiea is more than a martial arts academy — it’s a welcoming space where students of all ages train for confidence, discipline, and community.
The Salvation Army Kona Corps says it is shifting focus to maximize support for its other local social services and preschool.
You can expect lower Manoa valley to be very loud this weekend.
As the spring sports season rolls on teams across the country are starting their postseason push, including smaller division three schools.
The report noted that Hawaii is one of only five states in the country to meet 10 out of 10 benchmarks for preschool quality.
HPD said the incident occurred on Waialae Avenue just before 6 p.m. when a 32-year-old man collided his moped with another vehicle.
According to OCCC officials, inmate John Mahaulu, 38, left his cell on a furlough pass Thursday morning, but failed to return.
The Honolulu Police Department are investigating a hazmat response at the University of Hawaii at Manoa in the early hours of Friday morning.
Since the Trump administration’s announcement to block the center’s funding, center leaders offered over 80% of their staff to take a voluntary separation deal.
Episode 19 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at about 9:28 p.m. HST on Thursday, May 1.
First Alert Forecast: Breezy winds with minor splashes expected through the weekend
The University of Hawaii’s John A. Burns School of Medicine announced Thursday launching the UH Kauai Family Medicine Residency program for the 2026-27 academic year.
Hawaiian Electric and others said there are more steps being taken to reduce the wildfire threat.
Dr. Randal Collins was sworn in has the new director of emergency management.
Organizers say this year’s observance took on a different meaning as many stood in solidarity with former federal employees who saw their positions eliminated and collective bargaining rights impacted.
Officials say the tool is designed to understand natural language and users can interact with it in a conversational manner.
A key bill that would have expanded the new photographic speed enforcement program missed a key deadline and died, meaning the cameras won’t go up outside urban Honolulu for at least a year.
Their oaths were administered by Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald to commemorate Law Day, a day to promote greater understanding of the Constitution and legal system.
One important part of making and wearing lei: Giving it back to the land in the end.
A lawsuit filed by the state of Hawaii targeting Big Oil companies draws legal action from the Trump administration.
Police said the 62-year-old was on a guided manta ray snorkeling trip when she told the captain she wasn’t feeling well and became unresponsive.
A military couple is demanding justice, saying their daughter was abused at a U.S. Navy day care that has a record of criminal wrongdoing.
Students with Hawaii Community College’s Marine Option Program helped count nearly 80 green sea turtles along Punaluu Black Sand Beach and Haena Beach.
According to police, a 75-year-old moped rider lost control and hit a concrete median.
Officers found the remains while conducting parking enforcement in Moiliili.
The Kamehameha Schools student joined Hawaii News Now Sunrise to talk about the upcoming season of “The Walking Dead: Dead City.”
He may be 98 years old, but John Hayakawa is probably in better shape than you are and has already gone viral on social media.
These celebrations can come with lots of stress, and a large to-do list for parents. Here are some tips and tricks to prepare for the big day.
The Honolulu Fire Department responded to a flipped vehicle in the Ala Moana area Thursday afternoon.
An annual tradition returned to Pauoa Valley ahead of this year’s Lei Day. Thursday’s celebrations are set to kick off around 9 a.m. at Kapiolani Park.
A beloved Honolulu cocktail bar is starting a new chapter
First Alert Forecast: Best Weather on the Planet is back through the weekend
They say it’s happened at least three times in recent years.
The City and County of Honolulu announced Wednesday that they established the Department of Housing and Land Management.
A judge as maintained bail for Joseph Williams, 40, who allegedly attacked a man inside his own home.
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