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Crews make significant progress, Koke‘e fire 85% contained
HONOLULU (KHON2) — After a dedicated effort spanning several days, multiple fire units began scaling back operations Saturday night following successful containment of approximately 85% of the wildfire near Koke‘e. The response, initiated on Thursday, involved a coordinated effort by ground and air crews amidst challenging conditions. Overnight, a vigilant fire watch was maintained, and […]
Carrie Underwood Soaks Up the Sun in Hawaii [Photos]
Over the weekend, Carrie Underwood played her first-ever shows in Hawaii -- and she made sure to have some fun in the sun while she was in town. The singer shared several social media snaps featuring herself and her band frolicking by the water during their downtime. The crew rocked matching Hawaiian shirts and posed for beachside photos: They even made a human pyramid in one shot.
EMS: Hiker rescued after falling from ledge on popular Makiki hiking trail
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A hiker has been rescued after falling from a 40-foot ledge on a popular Makiki hiking trail on Sunday, Honolulu EMS said. The incident happened just after 9:30 a.m. at Makiki Valley Trail. Officials began with a search on foot and then secured a landing zone nearby...
65-year-old man taken in serious condition after house fire occurs in Punaluu Valley
The Honolulu Fire Department received a call at 9:43 a.m. and responded to a building fire near Punaluu Valley Road in Punaluu. Upon arrival at the scene, HFD crews saw flames from a distance and requested for a second alarm. Once the crews arrived at the scene, at approximately 9:50...
Halekulani hires new executive pastry chef Nassim Bounoua
HONOLULU (Island News) - Waikiki luxury hotel Halekulani has a new Executive Pastry Chef, Nassim Bounoua, who brings over 15 years of global culinary expertise. “We are thrilled to welcome Chef Nassim Bounoua to our renowned Food & Beverage team,” said Davide Barnes, General Manager of Halekulani. “His appointment marks an exciting new chapter in Halekulani’s culinary journey, and we look forward to seeing his talents flourish in collaboration with our esteemed food & beverage team.”
‘Midsummer Night’s Gleam’ returns to Foster Botanical Garden in Honolulu
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation’s Honolulu Botanical Gardens announced the return of Midsummer Night’s Gleam at Foster Botanical Garden on Saturday, July 20. The botanical garden will host a variety of family-friendly activities and performances, and showcase thousands of light displays. The event will start at 3 p.m. and ends […]
Hawaii Symphony Orchestra Starlight Festival Music & Artistic Director plus Star Musician on GMH
HONOLULU (Island News) -- The Sheraton Starlight Festival with the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra was featured on Good Morning Hawaii, Sunday with Music and Artistic Director of the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra,Dane Lam plus, 2024 Na Hoku Opio “Young Stars” winner, Cayne Hiraoka. Dane Lam says, "What makes our annual...
‘Once in a lifetime experience’: Whale shark spotted in Waikiki
WAIKIKI (KHON2) — Several boat tour operators had the ultimate experience on Friday after seeing a juvenile whale shark off Waikiki. Kasia Gasior works on Living Ocean Tours and said one of her co-workers first spotted the huge fish. “I didn’t see a dorsal fin come up, so I was like okay is it a […]
$6.5M boost for cyberinfrastructure capacity, training in the Pacific
A University of Hawaiʻi project to enhance cyberinfrastructure adoption, capacity and training in the Pacific region earned a 5-year, $6.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation. Cyberinfrastructure refers to the integrated computing systems, data storage and management facilities, advanced instruments, visualization environments and the people who operate and...
Hawaii-based K-Pop group, Crossing Rain, announces a farewell performance
HONOLULU (Island News) - Crossing Rain, a Hawaii-based K-Pop (Korean pop) musical group, announced on Instagram Saturday, that they will disband. Citing issues with the group's former management team, they said in a video, they had no choice "but to resign our activities as Crossing Rain". The post further explained...
Vendor disqualification delays Hawaii emergency management report of deadly wildfire
HONOLULU — The lone vendor selected to perform an after-action report of the Maui Emergency Management Agency’s response to the fatal Aug. 8 fires that killed 102 people and destroyed the heart of historic Lahaina town is non-compliant with state policies and unable to perform the work. “All...
Mom Made Market supports women-owned businesses like Mocheeks
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A pop-up market at Kahala Mall on Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. showcases women-owned businesses and mom-preneurs. One of the Mom Made Market vendors is Carli Hino, owner of MoCheeks, which makes mochi, assorted sweets and snacks, and special Chex Mix treats. She started it with her husband as a passion project aimed at sharing their love for innovative and tasty treats,
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