On Politics: Book on Okinawans shows culture, Hawaii politics ties

COURTESY PHOTO “Born Again Uchinanchu, Celebrating Hawaii’s Chibariyo Story” by Karleen Chinen adds a much-needed glimpse into the dynamic and growing impact that Okinawan immigrants have had in setting the culture of Hawaii. According to the Center for …

Honolulu DMV warns of new text, email scam

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The City and County of Honolulu is warning the public about a new text and email scam that claims to be from the Department of Motor Vehicles. City officials said that scammers are posing as the DMV in an attempt to trick …

Hawaii gets Arizona transfer with fond memories of paradise

COURTESY ARIZONA ATHLETICS Jack Berg Three years ago, best friends Jack Berg and Ryan Gerlitz and some family members took a trip to paradise. They toured Oahu, watched every sunset, and even attended a baseball game between the University of Hawaii and …

Institute for Human Services celebrates 47 years of serving Hawaii

The Institute for Human Services hosted a heartwarming event at ‘A‘ala Park, celebrating 47 years of community service and honoring the legacy of Father DuTeil and Tutu “Roberta” DuTeil. This gathering highlighted the power of unity and compassion in …

Signs of Hawaiian Life – June 29, 2025

1/3 Swipe or click to see more Lane Shibata of Hilo couldn’t resist the alluring menu of food truck Alohababy, parked along Harumi Street in the Ginza district of Tokyo. Photo by Arick Shibata. 2/3 Swipe or click to see more “Ohana means family …

Fix The Honolulu Police Commission. Don’t Abdicate Its Authority To The Mayor

The selection process for police commissioners must be drastically overhauled as well. I couldn’t disagree more with several recent columns supporting Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s position that he should have more authority to hire and fire the chief of police …

New paradigm put forth to protect ancient Hawaiian burials

The beachside town of Kailua could be designated a burial ground, affording more protection to a roughly estimated 3,000 unmarked ancient Hawaiian graves located in the community built largely on sand. A city commission is pushing for the designation and …

Amanda Kloots in Bikini Is “the Best” in Hawaii 

Amanda Kloots is vacationing in Hawaii in her bikini. In a new photo, the fitness trainer and influencer shows off her amazing body in a skimpy black swimsuit on the beach. “Work vacations are the best,” she captioned the Instagram post. “So beautiful and …

Teachers, students rally to keep Hawaiian language classroom in Windward Oahu

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – With Hawaiian flags and signs in hand, dozens of Hawaiian language advocates rallied in Kaneohe on Saturday for what they said is their right to learn and educate in their native tongue. The demonstration came days before Punana …

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Jim Harbaugh’s daughter Grace Harbaugh rocks ocean-blue swimsuit during dreamy Hawaiian vacation

Jim Harbaugh’s daughter, Grace Harbaugh, is spending quality time during the 2025 NFL offseason. While her father prepares for training camp, scheduled to start on Thursday, July 17, Grace is on vacation. The former Michigan Wolverines water polo star …

LIMERICK IN PHOTOS: Hawaii night at Pery Bingo

THINGS were hotting up at Pery Bingo last weekend for Hawaii night. The local bingo hall welcomed hundreds of eager bingo fans for its Hawaii night, with tropical decorations and costumes galore. Advertisement

Massive drug bust on Hawaii Island nets more than 12 lbs. of meth

KAILUA-KONA (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii County Police seized more than 12 pounds of crystal methamphetamine, nearly two pounds of marijuana, three ounces of cocaine and 19 Oxycodone pills during a raid on Thursday. William Kaohu, 54, was charged with 13 …

North suburban Hawaiian restaurant included on NYT’s Chicago dining guide

The New York Times released an updated dining guide for Chicago this week, highlighting some of the city’s most iconic restaurants that have gained more attention thanks to their inclusion on “The Bear.” But the region has plenty more to …

San Diego Ho’olaule’a Hawaiian Festival 2025

San Diego Ho’olaule’a Hawaiian Festival 9 AM – 5 PM, ongoing daily from June 28, 2025 until June 29, 2025. NTC Park at Liberty Station All Ages Free Come out and enjoy a celebration of Hawaiian culture through music, art, dance, and most …

Young Samoan chasing N.F.L. dream in Hawaii

FBI confirms hacker group behind Hawaiian Airlines attack

June 28 (UPI) — A notorious hacker group could reportedly be responsible for a recent cyberattack on Hawaiian Airlines that affected some of its IT systems. That incident and other cyberattacks “recently observed” by the FBI bear a resemblance …

California woman’s swim in Hawaii turns deadly, despite bystanders’ rescue efforts, police say

A California woman died after floundering off the Hawaii coast, despite the efforts of bystanders to rescue and resuscitate her, police said. Stacy Coon, a 59-year-old from Oroville in Butte County, went for a swim Sunday afternoon at Whittington Beach …

The 9 Best Family-Friendly Resorts in Hawaii for a Spectacular Island Stay

Rates: from $815/night Resort Fee: $50 per room, per night; $90 per room, per day for Ocean Bungalows Why We Love It: natural oasis with private beach, nearby cultural attractions, on-site activities, ocean views Here, another bespoke Ritz-Carlton …