Report: Honolulu Inflation Among Worst In Nation

Inflation on Oʻahu climbed faster than the national average in May, though numbers have generally been headed in a positive direction. It’s a mixed bag. Inflation on Oʻahu ticked up very slightly in May and was higher than the nationwide rate, but …

Philippine Consul General in Honolulu talks trade, tourism and immigration

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Philippine government is working to strengthen connections between Filipinos in Hawaii and their home country. Consul General Arman Talbo says the Philippines is supporting local businesses and importers of Filipino goods …

Former pineapple plantation operator in Hawaii embracing agave as new crop

One of Hawaii’s oldest and biggest former pineapple producers is getting back into the farming business with a crop used to make tequila in Mexico. Maui Land & Pineapple Co. is ramping up plans to establish an agave tequilana farm on the Valley Isle. …

Hawaiian Surfer Lands Highest Championship Tour Women’s Heat Total of the Year

The World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour Lexus Trestles Pro has been witnessing surfer magic with each passing wave since events kicked off. Quarterfinals for the women are now over, but the men continue battling it out on the water with each surfer …

Evacuations ordered as brush fire spreads on Maui, Hawaii

Authorities in Hawaii have ordered evacuations for parts of Maui Island as a fast-moving brush fire is spreading near the rural community of Kahikinui. The fire, which began Sunday morning near Mile Marker 24 on Piilani Highway, has already burned more …

Humanity Hale receives $500,000 grant to support vulnerable Native Hawaiian youth on Big Island

Charis Higginson, founder of Humanity Hale, with Big Island keiki enrolled in the program. Photo courtesy: Charis Higginson The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is providing a $500,000 grant to Humanity Hale to support vulnerable Native Hawaiian youth on the Big …

Cal takes aim at Hawaii OL Kamo’i Huihui-White when hosting him for his official visit

Cal is looking to keep adding players from Hawaii to their 2026 class. To read this full article and more, subscribe now — Get access to this article and all of the in-depth coverage from the 247Sports Network with this special offer. $1 First MonthAlready …

Hawaii Emergency Alert as Wildfire Rushes Maui: Map, Latest

Maui County officials issued emergency alerts on Sunday, as the Kahikinui wildfire grew to approximately 500 acres by 7 p.m. The blaze, located mountain side of the Piiilani highway between Mile Markers 24 and 25, prompted evacuation orders and road …

Tourist falls off cliff while trying for close-up view of Hawaii volcano eruption

He was stuck between a rock and a hot place. A Bostonian slipped right off the edge of a cliff while trying to get a close-up look at Hawaii’s Kīlauea Volcano erupting — but miraculously survived. A man plummeted 30 feet off a cliff while trying to see the …

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Hawaii lawmakers condemn ‘unspeakable’ shootings of Minnesota lawmakers

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – After a Minnesota man shot two politicians on Saturday morning, killing one and injuring the other, Hawaii lawmakers decried the attack and offered condolences. Authorities reported that 57-year-old Vance Luther Boelter posed as …

Abandoned Hawaiian Acres home fire extinguished

HAWAIIAN ACRES, Hawaii (Island News) – Fire crews responded to a home fire that was reported on Ale Road on early Saturday morning. Firefighters responded to the scene at approximately 2:20 a.m. to find an abandoned two-story home fully involved in a fire. …

Jack Lord (star of original Hawaii Five-0 series) still remembered in the 50th state

Jack Lord (star of original Hawaii Five-0 series) still remembered in the 50th state By James Lambert May 19, 2015 From 1968 to 1980, the original ‘Hawaii Five-0’ television series was one of the most successful TV shows in America. The lead actor …

Studio Ghibli Returns Its Spirited Away Limited-Edition Hawaiian Design Collection to Official Store

Studio Ghibli’s 2001 anime feature, Spirited Away, is one of Director Hayao Miyazaki’s most beloved fantasy films. As a special tribute to the popular flick, Ghibli’s official store has revived its limited-edition “Hawaiian” Spirited …

Cal keeps momentum in Hawaii with commitment from OL Esaiah Wong

Cal continued their torrid month in Hawaii with a commitment from Kailua (Hawaii) offensive lineman Esaiah Wong. The top five player in the state became the third native from the 50th state to pick the Bears. To read this full article and more, subscribe …

‘Jurassic World’ Goes International for New Theme Park Experience, With Resorts Set To Appear in Hawaii and Europe

While Jurassic World continues to dominate the globe with new films like Jurassic World Rebirth (2025), animated shows like Chaos Theory, the many Jurassic attractions that span Universal Studios destinations worldwide, the newly opened Jurassic World: The …

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 & …

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 …

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 …