Hawaii protesters impassioned but peaceful during ‘No Kings’ rally at Capitol

1/4 Swipe or click to see more JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM Some in attendance held locally inspired signs. 2/4 Swipe or click to see more JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM Protesters chanted into megaphones during …

Thousands line Hawaii’s streets for ‘No Kings’ protests

HONOLULU (Island News) — Opponents of President Donald Trump’s administration rallied in hundreds of cities nationwide on Saturday including Honolulu, Waimea, Kona and Maui. Thousands were on hand outside the Hawaii State Capitol on June 14, 2025 for …

Korean convenience store chain coming to Hawaii

COURTESY CU A CU storefront in South Korea A convenience store chain with about 18,500 locations in South Korea is coming to Hawaii. Local real estate investor and developer Robert Kurisu plans to open CU stores initially in urban Hono­lulu under a master …

Hotel & Restaurant Show to feature Hawaii products, companies

COURTESY PHOTO The fifth annual Hawai‘i Hotel & Restaurant Show will be held Wednesday and Thursday at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall. The Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association is hosting the fifth annual Hawai‘i Hotel & …

Signs of Hawaiian Life – June 15, 2025

1/3 Swipe or click to see more Malia Siu, Wes Chong, and Terry and John Foy of Honolulu flashed shakas around a street billboard in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, that displayed aloha. Photo shot by a passerby. 2/3 Swipe or click to see more During a …

These Hawaii dads connect with their children through their family business

From island farms to iconic waterfront restaurants, today is a time for some hard-working fathers to reflect on the entrepreneurial legacy they are passing to the next generation through long hours, shared values and the dream of building something to last …

Elliott expected to be confirmed as Hawaii AD on Monday

COURTESY UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII ATHLETICS Matt Elliott Barring any unforeseen dissension or obstacles, Matt Elliott is expected to be approved as the next University of Hawaii athletic director during Monday’s special meeting of the school’s Board of Regents …

Hawaii gets commit from top RB for 2026

The University of Hawaii football team is ready to run it back with an old-school running back. TJ Fo‘ilefutu of Liberty High in Arizona has accepted a 2026 scholarship offer from the Rainbow Warriors. Fo‘ilefutu, who is 6 feet 1 and 230 pounds, can squat- …

Vibrant Hawaii, county team up for free disaster prep workshops

Community-driven disaster response group Vibrant Hawaii is partnering with Hawaii County Civil Defense to offer four free webinars about disaster preparation beginning Tuesday. Subscribe today for unlimited access. Already a subscriber? Login Not ready to …

Demonstrators rally against Trump at ‘No Kings’ protests across Hawaii

Hundreds of thousands of Americans marched and rallied across the country, including in Hawaii, to oppose President Donald Trump’s administration. Saturday’s “No Kings” protests took place across Hawaii at the State Capitol on Oahu, on Maui, …

Hawaii Living with Anne Lee | Sip and Feast at Hawaiian Aroma Caffe and Brew’d Craft Pub

Island Life Live is a vibrant lifestyle show hosted by Davey D and Lina Girl, bringing Hawai‘i’s local flavor to life with engaging segments featuring businesses, talent, and community updates. Each episode kicks off with “What’s Da Scoops”, …

Hawaii Kai man acquitted of attempted murder by reason of insanity in 2023 stabbing

‘No Kings Day’ protesters rally against Trump at Hawaii Capitol

JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM A huge crowd of demonstrators surrounds the intersection of South Beretania and Punchbowl streets today near the State Capitol for Honolulu’s “No Kings” protest against the Trump administration, one of several …

Hawaii Kai man acquitted of attempted murder by reason of insanity in stabbing of landlord, 2 roommates

HONOLULU (Island News) — A Hawaii Kai man was acquitted of attempted murder charges by reason of insanity for stabbing his landlord and two roommates. In 2023, Matthew Smith allegedly stabbed the men during a fight over food in their shared East Oahu home …

Man arrested for allegedly lunging at woman with knife near Honolulu District Court

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A man was arrested Friday near the Honolulu District Court for allegedly lunging at a woman with a knife. According to the Honolulu Police Department, on Friday, at around 12:30 p.m., a 29-year-old woman was walking near the …

A night of laughter: Improv Hawaii to host comedy, musical night

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – For a night of laughter and unexpected musical moments, Hawaii’s best improv comedians will come together for a performance based solely on the audience’s suggestions. On June 14 from 7-8:30 p.m., Improv Hawaii is hosting a “Mega …

A family of 4 needs over $300,000 a year to live comfortably in this state—it’s not Hawaii or California

Many American families are increasingly struggling to keep up with the cost of living in most of the 50 U.S. states.  The U.S. median household income rose between 2022 and 2023 to just over $80,000 a year, according to the most recent Census Bureau data. …

‘No Kings’ protests take place nationwide, across Hawaii

Man arrested for terroristic threatening near Honolulu District Court