UC San Diego evens series with Hawaii baseball, sets up high-stakes home finale

HONOLULU — On a night that a key figure in Hawaii baseball’s conference tournament lore chose to announce his retirement from the sport, the Rainbow Warriors had a prime opportunity to clinch their spot in the Big West tournament. The narrative was set up …

Mexican national to be sentenced for selling meth in Hawaii

A Mexican citizen will be sentenced Monday for his role in a drug trafficking organization that marketed pounds of methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and fentanyl in Pennsylvania, California and Hawaii. Pedro Orlando Murillo- Ramos, 41, aka “Maclovio,” …

Hawaii legend Kolten Wong announces retirement from professional baseball

HONOLULU — Hilo native and former University of Hawaii standout Kolten Wong told local media on Friday that he plans to retire from professional baseball. Wong, 34, a second baseman who spent 11 seasons in Major League Baseball, last played in the big …

Federal funding for Hawaiian Home Lands on chopping block

The state agency helping Native Hawaiians with housing needs is at risk again of a federal funding cutoff. President Donald Trump is proposing to eliminate the Native Hawaiian Housing Block Grant program as part of a rough budget plan for the next federal …

UC San Diego forces deciding game for tourney berth after beating Hawaii

1/4 Swipe or click to see more JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM UC San Diego outfielder Alex Leopard celebrates with teammates after scoring against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors during the fifth inning. 2/4 Swipe or click to see more …

Hilton Hawaiian Village’s Friday Night Fireworks cancelled tonight due to wet weather

WAIKIKI, Hawaii (Island News) — Hilton Hawaiian Village’s Friday Night Fireworks are canceled tonight due to the rainy weather. The Friday night fireworks show that was scheduled for May 16, 2025 will not be held. The recurring show starts at 7:45 p.m., …

Maui police officer named Hawaii Instructor of the Year by L.E.A.D.

Maui police officer Marvin Miles poses for a photo at the 10th annual 21st Century Drug and Violence Prevention Training Conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Courtesy photo Not knowing he would be receiving the Hawaii Instructor of the Year award, Maui …

State health department closes L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in Kahului

The Hawai’i Department of Health has closed a Maui location of L&L Hawaiian Barbecue in the Maui Marketplace Food Court at 270 Dairy Road, Unit 170, in Kahului. The health department issued a yellow “conditional” placard May 12, and the red closure …

Man quits job to sail from Oregon to Hawaii with cat after health diagnosis

Ludington, MI (49431) Today Cloudy. Periods of light rain this morning. High 56F. Winds WSW at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70%.. Tonight Overcast. Low 43F. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph. Updated: May 17, 2025 @ 3:10 am

Goodwill Industries of Hawaii to hold reuse collection event May 30

LIHUE – The next reuse collection event will be held at the Kauai Resource Center (KRC) located at 3460 Ahukini Road in Lihue from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 30. Subscribe today for unlimited access. Already a subscriber? Login Not ready to subscribe? …

Man quits job to sail from Oregon to Hawaii with cat after health diagnosis

Honolulu mayor honors transit employees for 50 years of work

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi honored seven employees who are each celebrating 50 years or more working for Oahu Transit Services. The mayor presented the OTS workers with proclamations for their remarkable service Friday …

Flood advisory issued for Hawaii island

A flood advisory is in effect for Hawaii County until 6 p.m. today due to flooding caused by excessive rainfall. Forecasters warn of minor flooding on roads, and drainage areas and in streams. At 2:57 p.m., the radar showed heavy rain over the North Kona …

Honolulu Triathlon 2025 road closures: Avoid delays and plan your route

HONOLULU (Island News) — As triathletes hit the waters and pavement around town at this year’s Honolulu Triathlon, those in the area will run into significant road closures and traffic adjustments on Sunday morning for the event. Honolulu Triathlon …

University of Hawaii touts ‘robust’ field of athletic director applicants; Angelos out of running

The University of Hawaii has a received a “robust” pool of applicants for its vacant Manoa athletic director position, UH President Wendy Hensel said during her monthly report on Thursday. However, a familiar name is no longer in the running. A UH …

Hawaiian, Alaska Airlines implement new ‘no-show’ policy

(Gray News) – Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines have rolled out a new no-show policy that began Thursday. According to the airlines, travelers who now miss their flight without canceling in advance will forfeit the entire value of their ticket. The no- …

New water safety initiatives aim to prevent, reduce drownings in Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – In honor of Hawaii Water Safety Day, the state Department of Health (DOH) is offering tips to raise awareness of water safety and reduce drownings. Hawaii has the second-highest rate of drownings among residents in the country, …

Dozens of workers face layoffs at Honolulu airport

A company that provides services to the airlines at Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is ending its operations there. That means dozens of workers will lose their jobs. Seventy employees who work for Oshkosh Airport Services at the …

Marion Jones on competing in Honolulu Triathlon decades after scandal

Marion Jones was once known as the fastest woman in the world. An elite track and field athlete, she won three gold medals and two bronze medals at the 2000 Summer Olympics. FILE – Marion Jones of the United States at the Olympics in Sydney, Australia, on …