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Waikiki Beachboy honored with 'Celebration of Life' ceremony
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Spreading aloha for decades in Hawaii, longtime Waikiki Beach Boy Larry "Aki" Akiyama was honored today on Waikiki Beach with a 'Celebration of Life. He had the ability to make and immediate impact. Ali Akiyama, Ali's former wife told Island News, "I had just moved here...
Maui police launch second degree murder investigation following death of Lahaina man
Maui police have launched a second degree murder investigation into the death of a 53-year-old Lahaina man on Saturday in Kāʻanapali. Lahaina Patrol Officers responded to the area of 2010 Honoapiʻilani Highway in response to a suspicious type case at around 11:46 a.m. on July 20, 2024. Upon arrival, a bystander led officers to a man who was observed to be breathing but was unresponsive and suffering from a severe injury to his arm.
Maui man arrested for fatal Kaanapali Highway attack
Kaanapali, Maui (Island News) – The Maui Police Department (MPD) arrested a man in connection to a murder investigation that occurred on Honoapiilani Highway in Kaanapali, Maui on Saturday, July 20, 2024. On Saturday at approximately 11:46 a.m. Lahaina Patrol Officers responded to 2010 Honoapiilani Highway in Kaanapali. Upon...
‘This is not a drill’: How quick action, pre-planning, averted catastrophe during IT outage
HONOLULU (KHON2) — It has been more than 24 hours since a faulty software update wreaked havoc around the world, grounding flights, disrupting hospitals, businesses and first responders. Some companies are still playing catch up. The impact of the CrowdStrike software update at the heart of the IT meltdown, hit Hawaii around 7 p.m. on […]
Two teens arrested for burglary in Hilo
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Two juveniles were arrested and charged with burglary and related property offenses following two incidents in Hilo on Wednesday. According to Hawai’i PD, the suspects, a 14 and 15-year-old teen, were caught on surveillance footage breaking a window at Waiakea Elementary School. They were observed removing items from an office and using […]
HFD responds to early morning house fire in Aiea; 6 people displaced
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Fire and police investigators spent Sunday morning on the scene of a house fire in Aiea. The fire broke out around 3:20 a.m. in a home on Hapuu Street. When firefighters arrived, the house was engulfed in flames. Witnesses say vehicles parked in front of the home...
Catch Mark Mauricio’s Magic Live Shows in Kapolei and Honolulu
Magic enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The mesmerizing Mark Mauricio returns with his Magic Live show, captivating audiences at the Residence Inn and Dave & Busters. Mark joined Kelly on Living808 to give us a preview of his act. Mark Mauricio, renowned for his Rubik’s Cube magic, has a fascinating backstory....
Celebrating the Style Refresh Weekend at Ka Makana Ali‘i
Ka Makana Ali‘i is the place to be this weekend, with a Style Refresh weekend event, featuring Hawaii’s Finest and Ocean Creations. Mikey went out to Ka Makana Ali‘i to learn all about the back-to-school deals!. Ocean Creations, renowned for its handcrafted jewelry made in Hawai‘i, is...
Governor says mainland parties delaying Maui fire settlement agreement
LAHAINA (KHON2) – A Lahaina wildfire settlement is close to being finalized, that is according to Governor Josh Green. On Thursday, Bloomberg News, citing sources close to the settlement, reported Hawaiian Electric, County of Maui, State of Hawaii and Charter Communications have tentatively agreed to pay more than $4 billion dollars. In a statement on […]
2024 Primary Election: Key updates for Hawaii voters, Kauai ballot drop box locations
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Residents will start receiving their ballot packets for the 2024 Primary Elections from Friday onwards. It is important to note that ballot packets are only mailed to active Hawaii voters. If you have moved and have not updated your voter registration, you must do so before you can vote in this election. […]
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