Kokua Line: Did DOTAX send letters to all rental owners in Hawaii?

Question: Is DOTAX sending letters to all taxpayers who own rental property in Hawaii? Or is it only sending the letters to those owners it believes are not properly filing and/or paying GET and/or TAT? I own a couple long-term rentals and I got a …

Bulldogs women’s basketball team to face ranked teams in Hawaii

HONOLULU, HAWAII- The Ferris State Bulldogs women’s basketball team has embarked on an unforgettable journey to Hawaii for the Hoops in Hawaii Classic, blending competition with cultural exploration. They will play two games against ranked teams, the first …

Hawaii Symphony Orchestra to play soundtrack to classic holiday movie live

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A beloved holiday movie is coming to Oahu in a way you’ve never heard before. The Hawaii Symphony Orchestra (HSO) presents “Home Alone in Concert” this Saturday and Sunday at the Neil Blaisdell Concert Hall. The orchestra will …

First look at ‘The Wrecking Crew,’ new Hawaii-filmed Prime Video film coming in January

HONOLULU (Island News) — Prime Video has released first-look photos at “The Wrecking Crew” starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista set to be released on Jan. 28, 2026. In the action-comedy set in the streets of Hawaii, two estranged half-brothers Jonny ( …

Kauaʻi Renters Are Fighting A Hawaiian Homesteads Condo Project

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands is being sued over a relocation plan residents say is inadequate. Residents of an apartment complex on Kaua‘i who are being displaced by a Hawaiian homesteads project are having a tough time finding rentals on the …

Hawaiian immersion education leaders need more funding, staff to grow the program

The interest in Hawaiian language education has increased over the past 10 years, but advocates for the state program say its resources and staffing haven’t seen the same growth. Kaiapuni, the state’s Hawaiian Immersion School where classes are …

Hawaii faces Liberty

Liberty Lady Flames (6-3) vs. Hawaii Rainbow Wahine (5-5, 0-2 Big West) Makawao, Hawaii; Saturday, 12:30 a.m. EST × Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. kAmq~%%~| {x}ti w2H2:: DBF2C6D …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for December 18, 2025

Hilo Tonight: Mostly clear. Isolated showers in the evening. Lows 60 to 69 near the shore to 51 to 56 at 4000 feet. Southwest winds up to 15 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent. Thursday: Mostly sunny with isolated showers. Highs 80 to 85 near the shore to 65 …

First look at ‘The Wrecking Crew,’ new Prime Video film shot in Hawaii coming in January

Prime Video has released first-look photos at “The Wrecking Crew” starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista set to be released on Jan. 28, 2026. In the action-comedy set in the streets of Hawaii, two estranged half-brothers Jonny (Momoa) and James (Bautista) …

Previewing Mines’ Hoops in Hawaii Classic Matchups Against Rivals

The Mines women’s basketball team (4-7, 2-2 RMAC) is set to participate in the Hoops in Hawai’i Classic, facing Alaska Anchorage (7-2, 0-2 GNAC) on Thursday and Hawai’i Pacific (3-4, 2-1 PacWest) on Saturday in Honolulu. After finishing final …

U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii honors college graduates with joint ceremony

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii — The U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii community celebrated the academic achievements of 89 graduates during its 2025 Joint Graduation Recognition Ceremony Dec. 17, 2025 at the Sgt. Smith Theater. The annual event has become a hallmark …

Making a music video for famous rapper in Hawaii led this couple to launch video production company in eastern Idaho

Daniel and Sarah Guthmiller are the owners of Film Garage 208, a video production and marketing agency at 3889 American Way in Idaho Falls. Take a tour in the video above. | Photo courtesy Daniel Guthmiller Do you want to know what’s happening in the …

Hawaii News Now anchor shares special announcement

‘It’s got to be saved’: Hawaii’s oldest bar to close after being open for more than 90 years

HONOLULU (KHNL/Gray News) – Hawaii’s oldest bar is likely to close soon. Smith’s Union Bar on North Hotel Street was established in 1934 after the end of prohibition, but employees were told this week that its landlord has decided not to renew the bar’ …

Hawaiian Electric Enhances Resilience Across Five Islands it Serves in 2025

In 2025, Hawaiian Electric replaced many utility poles, trimmed vegetation, overhauled underground equipment and installed technology to reduce wildfire and outage risks across the five islands it serves, thus enhancing resilience. Many projects focused on …

Volcano Golf Course: One Of The Most Unique Rounds In Hawaii

Steam rises from Kilauea Volcano, just a few miles from Volcano Golf Course on the Big Island of Hawaii. Matty Lee, Volcano Golf Course For travelers willing to venture beyond the familiar resort corridors on the Big Island of Hawaii, Volcano Golf Course …

Hawaii stores pull So Delicious pints after recall alert

HONOLULU (Island News) – The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch (FDB) has alerted residents about a recall of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints due to potential contamination with foreign …

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Dec. 18–24, 2025

  Photo: Courtesy of Honolulu Zoo Society   Holidays with the Animals Saturday, Dec. 20, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The zoo opens an hour earlier this Saturday to celebrate the season! Watch the residents, including giraffes, elephants, lemurs and sloths, open …

Prison guard banned for life from Hawaii public schools after alleged attack

COURTESY PHOTO Aukusitino I. Noga Jr. The state Department of Education secured a lifetime ban on a man accused of punching Moanalua High School’s associate athletic director after harassing referees at his son’s exhibition basketball game Dec. 4. …