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574-acre fire prompts Crater Road reclosure
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Maui officials announced that Crater Road in Maui will be closed from 6 a.m., Saturday until 6 p.m. on August 3 due to safety concerns related to a nearby active fire. The fire in Upper Kula is currently 80 percent contained. The County of Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety stated […]
‘Welcome Back to Wailuku’ First Friday
In March of 2020, COVID precautions had caused sweeping closures of Maui’s Friday Town Parties. Over four years later, Wailuku First Fridays is making a comeback. The free community street party returns to Market Street on Aug. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. The reborn Wailuku First Friday event...
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates $1.5M to help with Maui relief efforts
KAHULUI, Hawaii (Island News) - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently donated $1.5 million to the American Red Cross for its continuing mission to help with disaster relief and recovery services on Maui. Elder Voi Taeoalii, Area Seventy of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints,...
Frolic Hawaii brings popular Poke Fest to Kahala Mall
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Foodies can try variations of Hawaii’s iconic dish at Frolic Hawaii’s Poke Fest East at Kahala Mall, bringing together 15 poke vendors offering unique creations this Saturday, Aug. 3, from 3 to 7 p.m. “Poke Fest East is our second food festival this year celebrating...
Body of injured person recovered near Halona Blowhole Lookout in Hawaii Kai
HAWAII KAI, Hawaii (Island News) – The Honolulu Fire Department (HFD) responded to an injured person near the Halona Blowhole Lookout in Hawaii Kai on Sunday morning, July 28, 2024. At 9:46 a.m. HFD received a call and responded to the scene at 9:57 a.m. with officials descending the...
Motorcycle collision on Kamehameha Hwy leaves rider in critical condition
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A serious motorcycle crash early Saturday morning has left a 21-year-old male rider in critical condition. The collision occurred around 4:38 A.M. on Kamehameha Highway, just north of Paalaa Uka Pupukea Road. According to the Honolulu Police Department’s Traffic Division, the young motorcycle operator was heading southbound when he crossed over the […]
$2.4M federal grant boosts UH’s AI-driven farm irrigation system
A University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa-led project using artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize farming irrigation practices has received a $2.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This initiative represents a significant step toward sustainable water use in Hawaiʻi‘s agricultural sector. “This technology has the...
Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, highlighting sovereignty and the arts
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Oahu will celebrate Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, or Sovereignty Restoration Day, at Thomas Square in Honolulu, a historic site marking the restoration of Hawaii’s sovereignty in 1843. The event will feature community-created art and hands-on activities that emphasize local cultural practices. Beginning at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 27, attendees will have the opportunity […]
Support young local entrepreneurs at Keiki Rise Pop-Up Market
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Young local entrepreneurs are showcasing their products at the Keiki Rise Pop-Up Market today 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Ala Moana Center -- and you can support their passion and creativity. One of the keiki vendors is 16-year-old Leah Dakroub, founder of Mahea Leah, which...
Nonaggressive 12- to 15-foot shark reported at West Oahu beach
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Shark warning signs were posted at Makaha Beach on Sunday after reports of a shark sighting, according to Honolulu Ocean Safety. Ocean safety officials say a nonaggressive 12 to 15-foot shark was observed swimming in the area. This comes after an 8 to 10-foot shark was spotted...
Oahu Gripped by Waste Collection Crisis as Trash Overflows in Neighborhoods
The situation in Oahu has become increasingly dire as trash collection delays have strained communities across the island. Residents have reported that bins are not picked up on time, with the overflow leading to unpleasant odors and fears of a burgeoning public health crisis. According to Hawaii News Now, neighborhoods from Foster Village to Aina Haina have been affected, with some bins sitting uncollected for days.
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