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The Construction Industry of Maui awards 3 Maui High School Students each a $25,000 scholarship
HONOLULU (Island News) -- The Construction Industry of Maui or CIM awards the Bob Poulson Scholarship of $75,000 to three Maui High School Seniors. The three outstanding Maui high school students were each awarded a $25,000 scholarship to further their education and pursue a career in the construction industry. The...
In wake of violent arrest, HPD’s Crime Reduction Units sidelined as agency reviews operations
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Days after a social media post showed a violent arrest of a car theft suspect, the Honolulu Police Department has paused Crime Reduction Units islandwide. An HPD spokesperson said the break was to allow the department to review CRU operations. The spokesperson did not say if this...
Earthquakes increase prompts closures at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
HAWAII NATIONAL PARK, Hawaii (KHON2) — Increased seismic activity and ground deformation in the volcano’s upper East Rift Zone prompted closures around Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on Monday morning. The following areas are subject to temporary closures, according to NPS: Park Superintendent Rhonda Loh emphasized that while closing these areas is challenging, ensuring visitor safety […]
Travelers urged to arrive earlier than usual to Daniel K. Inouye Airport due to screening delays
HONOLULU (Island News) – Air travelers flying out of Daniel K. Inouye Airport are being urged to give themselves much more time than usual to get through security. That’s because the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) says it is experiencing screening delays at Terminal One. Travelers who are...
Truck crashes through fence, narrowly missing house in Kalihi Valley
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A truck crashed through a fence in the Kalihi Valley area Monday morning and narrowly missed a house. Crews were called out to a home on Kalihi Street around 6:15 a.m. We’re told the truck may have rolled down a steep hill and then through a fence...
Investigation underway after pedestrian killed in early-morning crash in North Kona
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A 38-year-old pedestrian has died following a crash in North Kona early Monday morning, police said. It happened just before 4 a.m. on Queen Kaahumanu Highway just south of the Kaloko/Honokahau intersection. Investigators said a green Subaru Forester traveling northbound crossed over the white fog line and...
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...
Hilo Juveniles Charged for Burglary and Other Property Crime Offenses
Two Hilo juveniles, one age 14, the other 15, were arrested and charged with burglary and other property offenses following incidents at both the Waiakea Elementary and Intermediate School campuses. A family member of the 15 year old turned him in at the Hilo Police Station after identifying him from...
Fire hydrant flow test scheduled in downtown Kona
A fire hydrant flow test is scheduled in Kona for areas along Ali‘i Drive between Palani and Wālua Roads and along Hualālai Road between Ali‘i Drive and Kuakini Highway. The flow test will take place from midnight to 1 a.m. on July 23. The affected area...
Homegrown vs Cubs | 2024 12U Cal Ripken Regional Semi-Finals | Photo Gallery
The Mililani Homegrown baseball team overcame a four-run deficit against the Hawaii Kai Cubs to advance to the Cal Ripken Regional Championship game!. Mahalo to SportStan for supporting our coverage of the 12u Cal Ripken Regional Tournament!
Elly’s Formal Wear Hosts Hawaiʻi’s First Stella York Bridal Trunk Show, July 27-28
Elly’s Formal Wear on Maui hosts an exclusive Stella York Bridal Trunk Show, July 27-28 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the store located at the Sugar Beach Resort (145 North Kīhei Road) in Kīhei. This special event is designed as a bridal experience for brides-to-be in Maui.
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.
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...
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