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Published on 05:57 GMT
New law to expand affordable homeownership opportunities in Hawaii
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Gov. Josh Green has signed a new housing measure aimed at creating more affordable homeownership opportunities for local residents. Senate Bill 2061, now known as Act 121, expands and clarifies Hawaii’s Ninety-Nine Year Leasehold …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 10:13 GMT
Hawaii County in talks with owner of Punalu‘u Black Sand Beach Park
Hawaii County and the owner of Punalu‘u Black Sand Beach Park in Ka‘u have agreed to extend the popular swimming and sightseeing destination’s lease until Sept. 1 in order to continue negotiations about the park’s future. Hawaii County and the owner of …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 10:13 GMT
Hawaii utilities work to strengthen grid resiliency
Emergency officials are warning residents to brace for the possibility of extended power outages as Hawaii enters an El Nino season expected to generate five to 13 tropical storms in the Central Pacific Basin. The warning comes as Hawaii grapples with its …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 06:07 GMT
PH Consulate welcomes PH contingent to Hawaii for RIMPAC 2026
The Philippine Consulate General in Honolulu welcomed the arrival of the Philippine contingent from the Philippine Navy and the Philippine Coast Guard participating in the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise 2026 that will be held from 24 June to 31 July …
Source: Inquirer – Neutral -
Published on 10:21 GMT
Popular Hawaiian fast-casual chain to open restaurants in Louisville
June 23, 2026, 5:03 a.m. ET A Hawaiian-inspired fast-casual restaurant chain will soon splash into Louisville. Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, which launched in Kansas City in 2018 and now has 75 locations across 14 states, is poised to open eight locations in …
Source: Courier-Journal – Kentucky – Neutral -
Published on 10:13 GMT
Fear and uncertainty in Hawaii’s solar industry amid changes to tax credits
It has been a tumultuous time for the solar industry in Hawaii following recent changes at both the federal and state level. Gov. Josh Green signed a bill into law in May to effectively end tax credits for solar installations by 2030, and significantly …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 09:09 GMT
‘Uy Pinoy!’ PH Navy, PCG reach Hawaii for historic RIMPAC participation
The Philippine Navy (PN) and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) have arrived in Hawaii to join the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise 2026, marking a significant milestone as the two maritime services converge at the world’s largest international naval drill, …
Source: Manila Bulletin – Pro-Government -
Published on 11:11 GMT
Hawaii County panels OKs permit to renovate Kona Seaside Shops
COURTESY RENDERING An artistic rendition shows a plan for the new Kona Seaside Shops. The Hawaii County Leeward Planning Commission has unanimously approved issuing a permit for the renovation of the Kona Seaside Shops found along Ali‘i Drive — a project …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 04:16 GMT
Olivet Baptist Church celebrates 100 years in Honolulu
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – One of Honolulu’s oldest Southern Baptist churches celebrates its 100th birthday in July. It all began in the heart of Honolulu in 1926 when a group of missionaries started meeting with a few local residents. “When that little …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 11:11 GMT
Commission considering liability cap and recovery fund for future Hawaii wildfires
The state could rule as early as next year on how it will limit catastrophic wildfire liability for electric utilities, with preliminary public input due June 30. The state Public Utilities Commission wants stakeholders, including ratepayers, to help …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 05:35 GMT
Help needed at the YMCA of Honolulu as hundreds join the waitlist
HONOLULU (Island News) — “We’re taking care of over 4,600 students across our island,” said Lisa Ontai, vice president of the YMCA of Honolulu. It’s still the middle of summer but the Honolulu YMCA is already looking to hire more youth …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 08:05 GMT
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for June 23, 2026
Hilo Rest Of Tonight: Numerous showers in the evening, then showers after midnight. Lows 65 to 72 near the shore to around 58 at 4000 feet. Northwest winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain near 100 percent. Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. Showers in the morning, then …
Source: Big Island Now – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 03:25 GMT
Office of Hawaiian Affairs 2026 election: Here’s what to know
Five of the seats on the nine-member Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees are up for grabs, with 19 people vying to represent O‘ahu, Maui and statewide. The election comes as OHA considers its options in several areas, including a potential bid to …
Source: Hawaii Public Radio – Public Broadcaster -
Published on 04:15 GMT
Hawaii lawmakers seek to rename post office after Hanabusa
Hawaii’s congressional delegation is introducing a bill to rename the Waianae Post Office in honor of late U.S. Rep. Colleen Hanabusa. U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda introduced the legislation in the U.S. House, while U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz introduced a companion …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 02:25 GMT
Former Honolulu city employee charged in alleged $800k Hawaii Foodbank fraud
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A former Honolulu city employee is facing felony charges in an alleged fraud case involving the Hawaii Foodbank. The Department of the Attorney General said Dexter Kishida was charged with first-degree theft, second-degree …
Source: Hawaii News Now – Neutral -
Published on 06:45 GMT
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for June 23, 2026
Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Tuesday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 0-2 0-2 0-2 0-2 East Facing 1-3 1-3 2-4 2-4 South Facing 4-6 4-6 3-5 3-5 TONIGHT Weather Mostly cloudy. Numerous showers. Low Temperature Around 70. …
Source: Big Island Now – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 01:47 GMT
Ex-Honolulu employee charged in $800K Hawaii Foodbank fraud scheme
HONOLULU (Island News) – A former City and County of Honolulu employee was arrested and charged in an alleged $800,000 Hawaii Foodbank fraud scheme. Dexter Kishida was charged with Theft in the First Degree, Forgery in the Second Degree, and Official …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 01:23 GMT
Hawaiian Electric to conduct aerial inspections of transmission lines across Hawaiʻi Island
June 22, 2026, 3:00 PM HST Hawaiian Electric announced it plans to conduct aerial inspections of major overhead transmission lines across Hawaiʻi Island later this month as part of ongoing efforts to improve electric system reliability. The inspections are …
Source: Big Island Now – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 02:04 GMT
Former Honolulu City and County employee charged in alleged $800,000 Hawaiʻi Foodbank fraud scheme
June 22, 2026, 4:00 PM HST The Department of the Attorney General’s Special Investigation and Prosecution Division (SIPD) has charged former City and County of Honolulu employee Dexter Kishida with Theft in the First Degree, Forgery in the Second Degree …
Source: Maui Now – Hawaii – Neutral
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