California man accused of trafficking drugs to Hawaii sentenced

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The last defendant in a drug trafficking case that extended from Hawaii to Philadelphia was sentenced Thursday. The U.S. Attorney’s Office said Lynden Lightburn of Los Angeles, who went by the street name “Soulja,” was sentenced …

Paraglider, 68, Dies After Crashing into Mountain on Hawaiian Island, Rolling 20 Feet By Abigail Adams

NEED TO KNOW Fire officials in Hawaii said a paraglider has died after crashing into a mountain on the island of Oahu The individual who died has been identified as 68-year-old James Simmons, per local reports One witness recalled witnessing the aftermath …

Off the news: Record entrants for Honolulu Marathon

For the second year in a row, a record number of participants have registered for this weekend’s Honolulu Marathon: Sunday’s 26.2-mile marquee event, a 10k version that same day, and Saturday’s Kalakaua Merrie Mile. There were 42,000 registrants by Tuesday …

Report: Hawaii will see inflation, mild recession in 2026

Hawaii’s economy continues to head toward a mild recession in 2026 driven, primarily, by the overall U.S. economy, President Donald Trump’s on-going tariffs, cuts in federal spending and deportations, according to the fourth quarter economic forecast …

The Fight Between Honolulu Rail And A Contractor Gets Uglier

Honolulu’s rail authority is alleging Hitachi Rail Honolulu JV knew the claims it made in its lawsuit last month were ‘false and misleading.’ The high-stakes dispute between the Honolulu rail authority and one of its most important contractors escalated …

Rainbow Wahine overpower Hawaii Hilo to end 5-game skid

The main outcome of Thursday’s game for the Hawaii women’s basketball team is its five-game losing streak is over. As for fixing its turnover issues, it was a mixed bag of results for Hawaii coach Laura Beeman after watching her team commit 19 in a 61-47 …

U.S. C-17 Strategic Airlifter Enhances Pacific Airdrop Readiness In Low-Altitude Hawaii Flights

A C-17 Globemaster III from the Hawaii Air National Guard’s 204th Airlift Squadron conducted low-level coastal training over Molokai on December 1, 2025, departing Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam. The mission underscores growing U.S. emphasis on austere …

Comet Lemmon and Milky Way spotted over Hawaii | Space photo of the day for Dec. 12, 2025

Comet C/2025 A6, better known as Comet Lemmon, was one of the latest icy visitors to swing through our neighborhood of the solar system, leaving astronomers and casual skywatchers equally delighted. For observers in Hawaii, the glow of the Milky Way …

Prep Basketball Roundup: Skyview girls start Hawaii tournament with win

The Skyview girls basketball team opened its Hawaiian trip on the winning note, beating Crean Lutheran 50-38 on Thursday in the first of three games at the Oahu Classic. Kennedy Bockert had 14 points and 18 rebounds as Skyview improved to 4-1 on the season …

Hawaii Ethics Commission fines state Sen. Brenton Awa

An ethics panel has reprimanded and fined state Sen. Brenton Awa for using state resources to encourage voters to elect his former office manager to the Legislature. An ethics panel has reprimanded and fined state Sen. Brenton Awa for using state resources …

HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union distributes $10,000 plus 50 gift boxes

LIHUE — Wednesday marked a busy day of giving for the HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union. Subscribe today for unlimited access. Already a subscriber? Login Not ready to subscribe? Register for limited access. If you have a print subscription but require …

Daily Mix: Smith’s Cream Filled Hawaiian Donuts

Ingredients For the donuts: 12 ct. pack Hawaiian rolls 4 tbsp. butter, melted 3.5 oz. instant vanilla pudding mix 1 1/2 c. whipped cream, cold 1 1/2 c. whole milk, cold 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/8 tsp. salt For the frosting: 3/4 c. …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for December 12, 2025

Hilo Tonight: Mostly clear. Isolated showers in the evening. Lows 59 to 68 near the shore to 49 to 55 at 4000 feet. Light winds. Chance of rain 20 percent. Friday: Mostly sunny. Highs around 81 near the shore to 64 to 70 at 4000 feet. Southeast winds up to …

Hawaii News Now – Jennifer Robbins – Tracking First Alert Weather Days

Hawaii News Now 12.11 Jen Robbins – Tracking first alert weather days

Honolulu Marathon finisher shirt design ready for race day unveiling

Hawaiian butter mochi is a truly underrated dessert

It’s a yes from me Source: Camellia Aebischer SBS Food is a 24/7 foodie channel for all Australians, with a focus on simple, authentic and everyday food inspiration from cultures everywhere. NSW stream only. Watch nowFollow SBS Food 2 min read …

Honolulu airport to see first in-flight power bank ban on this airline

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Heads up travelers: new restrictions on power banks are coming to Honolulu airport. Starting Monday, Qantas will no longer allow you to use power banks on board. You can still pack them in your carry-on luggage, but you can’t use …

Clovis Young Marines honor Pearl Harbor anniversary in Hawaii

Young Marines from across the country participated in the wreath laying ceremony at the National Memorial of the Pacific in Honolulu (“Punchbowl”) in memory of those interred there. World War II veterans are seated in the front row. (Photo courtesy of The …