High winds cause thousands to lose power as storm system slams Hawaii

The state of Hawaii is bracing for more impacts from a storm system that brought high winds, heavy rain and snow. Hawaii Gov. Josh Green announced Sunday that all schools and public buildings — including the State Legislature, the University of Hawaii and …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for February 10, 2026

Hilo Tonight: Cloudy with occasional showers. Lows 58 to 68 near the shore to 48 to 55 at 4000 feet. Northwest winds up to 15 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent. Tuesday: Cloudy. Occasional showers early in the morning, then numerous showers in the late …

Memorial held in Hawaii for 2001 Ehime Maru boat accident victims

A memorial ceremony has been held in Hawaii for the victims of a maritime accident involving a Japanese high school training ship and a US navy nuclear submarine in 2001. The Ehime Maru, which belonged to Uwajima Fisheries High School, sank off Hawaii …

Letter: Hawaii residents counting on promised tax breaks

In what I believe is a classic case of bait and switch, the governor has proposed a pause of the highly praised tax relief passed in 2024 as Act 46. At the time, it was hailed as “the largest income tax cut for working families in the state’s history.” But …

Army in Hawaii curtails some operations as storm stalls over state

Workers dispose of a palm tree felled by storm winds on Fort Shafter, Hawaii, Feb. 9, 2026. (Wyatt Olson/Stars and Stripes) FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii — Army Garrison Hawaii canceled nonessential activities on installations for Monday as a stalled cold front …

See Honolulu Clean Up Quiet Streets In Storm Aftermath

City crews were hard at work Monday as Honolulu residents waited for the wind and rain to pass. City crews were hard at work Monday as Honolulu residents waited for the wind and rain to pass. Craig Fujii/Civil Beat/2026 It was an unusually quiet …

‘We dodged the bullet’: Hawaii County mayor reports minimal storm-related impacts

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – As stormy conditions pass Hawaii Island, all county services that were shut down Monday will resume Tuesday. This includes reopening of parks, gold courses, waste facilities, and bus routes. Waipio Valley Access Road will also …

Hand rolls, Hawaiian food, and high stakes: Ronald Liu’s Love Art Sushi lands in Cambridge, with a tropical twist

The Brooklyn native splits his time between Somerville and Southborough, searching for authentic pizza whenever he can. Let’s talk about your new Cambridge branch of Love Art Sushi — which also contains a pop-up, right? The foundation is going to be …

Taiwan in talks with Honolulu over Chinatown Cultural Plaza: MOFA

Taipei, Feb. 10 (CNA) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said Tuesday it has been in talks over the potential rebuilding of the Taiwan government-owned Chinatown Cultural Plaza in Honolulu, following repeated complaints from the city’s Mayor Rick …

Native Hawaiian-led productions anchor $10M push at Ko Olina

1/3 Swipe or click to see more MICHELLE BIR / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER “Kaula Lu‘au” is set to debut Feb. 27 at the Ko Olina Resort on Oahu. 2/3 Swipe or click to see more MICHELLE BIR / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER “Kaula Lu‘au,” a …

Landslide blocks highway as severe storm drops monumental amount of rain in Hawaii

A severe storm that has drenched much of Hawaii has caused a landslide that reportedly blocked a highway in Maui, as well as many downed power lines, on Monday. MAUI, Hawaii — A severe storm that has drenched much of Hawaii has caused a landslide that …

Bin chicken’s mysterious ancestor in Hawaii

From: Flinders University Islands are famous for producing some of the world’s strangest creatures, and now a new international study shows that evolution of bird species on Hawaiian islands includes an ibis with unusually small eyes and limited visual …

22 Hawaiian Parade, Arkles Bay

Discover an exceptional opportunity to secure one of the very last remaining sections on beautifully established Hawaiian Parade. This freehold 636 sq m (more or less) site sits in the heart of Whangaparāoa and offers a solid foundation to create a home …

Hawaii House Committee on Transportation to hold proposal hearing

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A hearing will be held for several measures of statewide significance Tuesday. The House Committee on Transportation will hear proposals related to electric bicycle safety, transportation-related revenue, and incentives for …

Meet the cheeky minds behind the Hawaiian Rent-All marquee sign

If you haven’t driven by the Hawaiian Rent-All sign in Mōiliʻili recently, you may have missed the latest message on its marquee sign overlooking Beretania Street. The sign has been known for spelling out what’s on people’s minds. The price of …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for February 10, 2026

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Tuesday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 3-5 3-5 3-5 2-4 East Facing 10-15 10-15 7-10 7-10 South Facing 2-4 2-4 1-3 1-3 TONIGHT Weather Cloudy. Occasional showers. Low Temperature In the upper …

Stray Dog Joins Runner on Morning Run, Finds Forever Home in Hawaii

It can take time, patience, and a pair of eagle eyes to help a stray dog, but every now and then, the dog makes their rescuer’s job as easy as possible. This is precisely what happened to Amy Kanakuri, a runner living on O’ahu, who made an …

KFYR Sports Director Luke Gamble talks Holiday Vacations trip to Hawaii

Local Colleges Report: Aztecs run away to wins at Reno indoor meet; PLNU heads to Hawaii

Aztec pentathlete Jenna Fee Feyerabend, the 4×400 relay team and a trio of pole vaulters paced San Diego State’s strong showing at the Wolf Pack Classic indoor track meet last weekend in Reno. Feyerabend, Mountain West’s reigning indoor pentathlon champion …