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Man, 39, in serious condition after stabbing in Makiki
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Police are searching for a suspect involved in a stabbing in Makiki, late Monday night. Honolulu Police (HPD) officers and Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were called out to the scene near Maikiki Street and Kinau Street around 10:15 p.m. At the scene EMS treated a...
Group of women pilots to host first-ever Hawaii Aviation Expo
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Excitement is building for the first-ever Hawaii Aviation Expo!. An international group of women pilots called The Aloha Chapter of 99s is hosting the event for aspiring pilots. Attendees will learn and network with trained professionals, including air traffic control, NOAA, and the Coast Guard. $40 at...
Mana Loa Nimitz Lions send “Lions Roar” for Mary Takeshita
A group of fellow Lions friends and community volunteers from the Mana Loa Nimtz Lions Club (MLNLC) sent their prayers and a final “Lions Roar” for the late Mary Takeshita from Pearl City who died on Monday, July 22, 2024 at the age of 96. MLNLC friends blessed...
Man killed self after police took DNA sample in Virginia woman’s 1991 killing
The DNA work represented a major development in a case that made headlines last year when Albert “Ian” Schweitzer, who had been incarcerated for more than 20 years for the killing, was released based on new evidence.
Expert: DNA evidence disconnects Schweitzer brothers to Ireland’s murder
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The DNA consultants that assisted with the Innocence Project say there is “no doubt” the Schweitzers were not involved in Dana Ireland’s murder. For them, the truth was obvious. “It had been clear to us for many years that none of the DNA evidence that was ever obtained in connection with this […]
The Conversation: Honolulu development; Coral reef health
Audio will be added after the show. The Conversation airs weekdays from 11 a.m. to noon on HPR-1. Honolulu Councilmember Esther Kia’āina asks for community feedback on development plans for Honolulu's urban core. HPR News Director Bill Dorman on an HPR investigation on evacuation plans in communities vulnerable...
Firefighters rescue boater stuck in waters off Kaena Point
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Honolulu Fire Department rescued a boater stuck in waters off Kaena Point on Monday. Fire personnel responded just after 11 a.m. after receiving a call from the U.S. Coast Guard about a boater in distress. Upon arrival, officials discovered a 25-foot boat disabled half a mile...
8 people displaced after fire tears through Kahului condo
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A fire burned through a Maui condo over the weekend, causing extensive damage. Maui fire officials said the flames began sometime just before 3:20 a.m. Sunday. Multiple engines and units were dispatched to the scene at the Harbor Lights Condominiums in Kahului. Residents were evacuated as crews...
Johnny Depp pays respect to late 'Pirates of the Caribbean' actor Tamayo Perry who was killed in shark attack
Johnny Depp honored the life of his late “Pirates of the Caribbean” co-star, Tamayo Perry. Perry, a water man and Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguard, was killed in June during a shark attack while he was surfing near Mālaekahana Beach on Oahu’s North Shore. He was 49.
Filipino Chamber of Commerce Hawaii marks 70 years of supporting entrepreneurs
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi led the swearing in ceremony of the new leaders of the Filipino Chamber of Commerce at a gala at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Saturday night. New president Melody Calisay owns import-export business East West Marketing and says the biggest challenge for businesses is...
Kristian Lei’s Proud Vocal Mama Showcase at Blue Note Hawaii
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Renowned vocal coach and singer-songwriter Kristian Lei is set to present her Proud Vocal Mama Showcase at the Blue Note Hawaii this Wednesday, July 31. The event will feature performances by her talented students, ranging from novice singers to competition champions. Kristian Lei is a “Proud Vocal...
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