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New health benefit for Kaua‘i workers signed by mayor, union officials
HONOLULU (KHON2) — As part of an agreement between Kaua‘i County and its unions, Kaua‘i County workers will receive free health insurance. At a recent ceremony with representatives from the Hawai‘i Fire Fighters Association (HFFA) and United Public Workers Hawai‘i (UPW), Kaua‘i Mayor Derek Kawakami praised the collaboration between the unions and the county, highlighting […]
Four people shot, suspect dead in shooting in Waianae
WAIANAE, Hawaii (Island News) - Honolulu Police are investigating a shooting in Waianae. Police were called to a weapons incident on Puhinalo Place shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday. Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene on Puhinalo Place and found three patients with gunshot wounds. SHOPO says a domestic argument...
Dave & Buster’s to relocate from Ward to Ala Moana Center
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A popular venue for families is making a big move next spring. Dave & Buster’s is leaving Ward Village for Ala Moana center — taking their “Eat- Drink- Play” business to the next level. It may not look like much now, but in roughly eight months this empty space — once the […]
HFD officials respond to 2-alarm building fire in Kalihi
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu Fire Department officials to a 2-alarm building fire in Kalihi on Wednesday night, according to HFD officials. Officials say flames sparked at an abandoned structure on Hoe Street near Sand Island Access Road just after 8 p.m. HFD had the blaze under control in less than...
Salt Lake mini park renamed in honor of local advocate Howard Shima
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Likini Street Mini Park in Salt Lake was renamed Tuesday to honor Howard Shima, a prominent local advocate. A Maui native and 56-year Salt Lake resident, Shima, now 97, has dedicated decades to community service. His notable contributions include serving in the U.S. Army, working as Director and Building Superintendent for the […]
Barefoot Beach Café in Waikiki re-opens after passing health inspection
HONOLULU (Island News) – The Department of Health (DOH) issued a red placard to Barefoot Beach Café in Waikiki. On August 9, DOH issued a red placard and immediately shut down Barefoot Beach Café, which is located on 2701 Kalakaua Ave, due to improper hot and cold holding temperatures.
Dinner for Speech Differences: A night to support youth with speech challenges
HAWAII KAI, Hawaii (KHON2) — A special fundraiser on August 20th will benefit CHATS (Caring for Hawaii Teens with Speech Challenges). The event, titled “Dinner for Speech Differences,” will be held at Roy’s in Hawaii Kai, starting at 6 p.m. The evening will feature a three-course gourmet dinner prepared by Sophia Stark, a MasterChef Junior […]
Blue Startups brings a new type of mentorship for entrepreneurs
HONOLULU (HI Now) - Blue Startups is focused on helping scalable-technology companies compete globally. Blue Startups aims to stimulate economic growth in Hawaii and create new business opportunities by providing promising entrepreneurs with mentorship, access to business expertise, product testing, peer review, pitch development, introductions to investors, and seed funding.
HNN wins 10 Hawaii SPJ Excellence in Journalism awards, including for Lahaina coverage
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Hawaii News Now took home 10 Society of Professional Journalists Hawaii Chapter Awards last month. The 2023 Hawaii SPJ Excellence in Journalism Awards took place July 30 at the Japanese Cultural Center. For the 2023 awards, the Louisville SPJ Chapter judged the Hawaii results. HNN received the...
Hawaii residents offered free, entry-level computer classes at public libraries
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Hawaii residents are invited to sign up for free, entry-level computer classes starting this month at public libraries statewide. The one-hour classes are aimed at teaching critical computer skills to community members to help them take advantage of internet resources for everyday living. “We encourage folks...
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