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Hawaiian musician and leader Aaron Mahi passes away
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Aaron Mahi, renowned musician and Native Hawaiian leader, has died, his family tells KHON2. “We’re so grateful for the celebration, all of the support. So many people have come out and recognized him and his contribution to the community, to Olelo Hawaii” his brother Gerard Mahi told KHON2, at an event in Aaron Mahi’s honor […]
Surfer fights airline for compensation after surfboard snapped on airplane
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A snapped surfboard ruined a dream trip to California, and now the rider is fighting with Delta Airlines overcompensation. “Look at this! The whole thing is in half; they broke it completely in half, and it’s completely destroyed,” Heather Young said. Young cushioned her 1,500...
$300M HNL Mauka Concourse: Still Terrible After 3 Years
It was just a year ago we last reported on the disappointing state of Honolulu Airport’s Terminal 1 Mauka Concourse, a project that cost well over $300 million, and counting. Our recent visit this week, exactly a year later, was to see what had hopefully changed for the better. It revealed, however, that not much has happened, and unfortunately, the situation has worsened for visitors and apparently financially for the airport.
Food2Go: Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House
HONOLULU (KHON2) — There’s a new All You Can Eat shabu-shabu experience by Ala Moana. Jasmine Chin and Jun Lin of Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House joined Wake Up 2Day with all the details. Jasmine Chin shared the background of Mikiya and how their concept got started, “Mikiya is a branch off of the Chubby Group. […]
Mānoa Falls hike to temporarily close for maintenance work
The popular Mānoa Falls Trail on Oʻahu will be closed next week for trail improvements. Maintenance and enhancements include trail hardening, widening of the trail corridor, and removing invasive species, according to the Nā Ala Hele Trail and Access Program at the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife.
‘If a guy limping can do it, then I can hike it’: Hawaiʻi hikes
HONOLULU (KHON2) — On Wednesday, July 3, KHON2.com’s Unfit Adventurer decided to hike one of Hawaii’s most iconic volcanic mountains, Lēʻahi. Most everyone knows this place as Diamond Head. Lēʻahi (Diamond Head) is a volcanic tuff cone, and it’s a famous landmark in Waikīkī. The...
Lost or found a pet? Here’s where to report or find them
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaiian Humane Society has reported six cats and five dogs admitted by field service officers or members of the public, in 2024, as of Friday. In 2023, there were 20 stray admissions of dogs, cats, and a rabbit at this point in the day following 4th of July, indicating a slight decrease […]
808 Craft and Gift Fairs at the Pearl City Shopping Center this Sunday, July 7
Join us for First Sundays at Pearl City Shopping Center It’s. Christmas in July which means amazing specials and fukubukuro all month long with participating vendors 10am – 2:30pm. Sunday July 07, 2024!. Pearl City Shopping Center, first Sunday of every month. 35+ vendors downstairs in the covered...
Artizen by MW's Cookie Bar
I missed out on Artizen by MW's first All You Can Load Cookie Bar in late June, so I was determined not to miss out on their 4th of July Cookie Bar, going on now until Saturday, July 5 (11 am - 7 pm while supplies last). Here's how it...
Izakaya 855-ALOHA in Waikiki Blends the Traditions of Izakaya with Bold New Flavors
HONOLULU (Island News) -- At the Romer House Waikiki, Izakaya 855-ALOHA Restaurant and Bar is now open with Executive Chef Daniel No at the helm. 855-ALOHA comes from another dining hot spot, MARA Restaurant & Bar. Executive Chef Daniel No was on Good Morning Hawaii (GMH) Sunday to talk about the concept of Izakaya, which is to gather, connect, share with loved ones over Japan’s version of Tapa dining.
Exploring Bishop Museum Part 1 | Aloha Authentic Episode 409
In this episode of Aloha Authentic, host Kamaka Pili goes on a captivating journey through the prestigious Bishop Museum. Kamaka first sits down with Marques Marzan, the museum’s Cultural Advisor, who digs into the rich history of how the Bishop Museum came to be. Founded in 1889 by Charles Reed Bishop in honor of his […]
OL Abel Hoopii to announce commitment on 247Sports' YouTube Channel
Honolulu (Hawaii) Farrington offensive lineman Abel Hoopii will announce his commitment on the 247Sports' YouTube channel. Hoopii will announce his decision on Monday, July 8th at 1:30 p.m. Hawaii time (4:30 p.m. PT/7:30 p.m. ET). He will choose from hometown Hawaii, San Jose State, SMU and UTSA. Hoopii has been...
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