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Hawaii voters react to Biden’s withdrawal from presidential race
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Some say it was only a matter of time, others were shocked, and many were disheartened following Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race on Sunday. “Biden caved into a lot of pressure. When I think people voting in November, they would have really thought about, ‘Do I really want to live through […]
Hope Services opens new respite house for unsheltered in Hilo
HILO, Hawaii (Island News) -- Hope Services Hawaii has a number of new projects underway on the Big Island, addressing the needs of the unhoused. The Wilder House opened July 1st. For Hope Services, it is the second such integrated care hub facility on island. The medical respite home is equipped with a nurses' station and located in a serene neighborhood off of Saddle Road, from which residents come and go.
Kāʻanapali murder investigation update: Victim identified; Lahaina man held on $500,000 bail
Maui police have identified the victim from Saturday’s murder investigation as Sione Paletua, 53, of Wailuku. The Maui Police Department extended condolences to Paletua’s family and friends. On Monday, July 22, 2024, Seniola Kafoa Jr., 46, of Lahaina was charged with second degree attempted murder. Kafoa remains in...
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani launches ThrowBack Alley food pop-up
HONOLULU (ISLAND NEWS) - There's a food event at a Waikiki hotel that invokes the flavors of yesteryear. The Sheraton Princess Kaiulani launched its ThrowBack Alley pop-up on Friday. The culinary team will serve nostalgic flavors of Old School Hawaii twice a month with a rotating menu. A smashburger, chili...
Tuesday Weather - Breezy winds building, increased trade showers
HONOLULU (Island News) -- An area of higher moisture will will continue to spread westward across the state today, bringing an increase in windward shower activity through tonight. Moderate to breezy trade winds will continue through tonight as well, then increase to strong speeds Wednesday through Friday. Drier air will...
New campaign warns all of heat-related illnesses
Climate change experts say temperatures are getting higher, and the state wants to make sure you’re protecting yourself in a new campaign. Lori Marcu is enjoying a day at the beach with her family. She feels the summer days are getting hotter. “Basically we started out sitting in the shade but as the sun came […]
Schedule your Domino’s order just in time for the 2024 Olympics
HONOLULU (HI Now) - This weekend is going to be a great weekend to settle in front of the tv to watch the Olympics! The opening ceremony takes place Friday night, and you can watch it beginning at 6:30p on KHNL. And to make sure you don’t miss a minute of the action, you can order your favorite pizza or wings from domino’s Hawaii right now.
UH swimming alumni set for Paris Olympics
Three former University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa swimming standouts will represent the Rainbow Warrior and Rainbow Wahine programs at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. Kane Follows (2016–20) and Laticia Transom (2022–23) qualified for New Zealand’s national team and Micah Masei (2017–21) is slated to compete in his second Olympics for American Samoa.
‘Bows place 15 on women’s water polo all-academic team
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa women’s water polo team placed 15 players on the Association of Collegiate Water Polo Coaches (ACWPC) Women’s All-Academic team for the 2024 season. The all-academic list includes three tiers according to grade-point average—outstanding (4.0–3.71), superior (3.70–3.41) and excellent (3.40–3.20). Five...
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