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2024 Pokémon World Championships this weekend in Honolulu
HONOLULU (KHON2) – You cant just catch one, you cant catch two, you gotta catch um all. That is what this weekend is all about here at both the Hilton Hawaiian Village and the Hawaii Convention Center. We are all talking about the 2024 Pokémon World Championships. We are here with Senior Public Relations Manager […]
Film screening in Honolulu explores the importance of childhood literacy
A new documentary film about childhood literacy — and illiteracy — called "The Right to Read" has a screening at the Doris Duke Theatre in Honolulu on Friday. The Conversation spoke with film protagonist Kareem Weaver about the importance of promoting literacy for all children. Weaver is also the co-founder and executive director of FULCRUM, which partners with other organizations to improve childhood reading results.
Kauai's Tatiana Weston-Webb honored by county for silver surfing medal
LIHUE, Hawaii — The County of Kauai honored Paris Olympics women’s surfing silver medalist Tatiana Weston-Webb in a ceremony in Lihue on Wednesday. Mayor Derek Kawakami declared Aug. 14 “Tatiana Weston-Webb Day.”. Weston-Webb was born in Brazil but has lived on Kauai most of her life. She...
Hawai’i to face LBSU as Big West introduces basketball “Bold Week” schedule re-work
HONOLULU – Only the bold. The Big West announced on Thursday the addition of “Bold Week” for the 2024-25 men’s and women’s basketball schedule, part of the conference’s re-working of league games to eliminate three games in a single week from member’s schedules. The Big West also teased the full conference schedule release for next week by leaking the two days of matchups for “Bold Week”.
Matsui family reflects on closing the last Petland retail location
The local, family-owned Petland is closing its final location in Kahala over 80 years after its founder started out selling goldfish in a wheelbarrow up and down Chinatown. Born and raised in Hawaiʻi, founder Jiro Matsui was a decorated member of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team during World War II.
How do Maui fire survivors get housing if ineligible for FEMA help?
KAHULUI, Hawaii (Island News) - There's a rental assistance program for Maui wildfire survivors who do not qualify for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance. The state's Department of Human Services (DHS) funds it, and works with a non-profit called Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to run it. Founder Michael Capponi...
Police shoot and kill man who allegedly shot 3 others in Waiʻanae
A Honolulu Police Department officer shot and killed an armed man at a Waiʻanae home after responding to calls of a domestic argument and gunfire. The police were called before 6 p.m. Wednesday to a home on Puhinalo Place. Callers reported an argument in the street followed by gunfire.
Valor Bar: Central Oahu’s Premium Craft Cocktail Bar & Live Music Venue at Pearlridge Center
Honolulu (KHON2) – Valor is an elevated Bar that has recently opened its doors at Pearlridge Center, located on the Wai Makai third level food court, right outside the movie theater. From the smoked Old Fashioned to an espresso martini flight, the menu is designed to captivate both seasoned...
QB Schager earns fifth preseason watch list selection
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s football quarterback Brayden Schager has earned two preseason recognitions—the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award and the Manning Award—marking his fifth appearance on a preseason watch list. The Golden Arm award annually recognizes the top senior or upperclassman quarterback set...
Waianae community shocked by fatal shooting stemming from domestic dispute
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Residents in the peaceful Waianae Valley community near Kaupuni Park were shocked to hear about Wednesday night’s domestic dispute that ended in a fatal shooting that left the shooter dead and three people in the hospital. Neighbors identified the shooter as Alston Kaipo Awong. On Thursday,...
Consumer prices in Honolulu up 4.5% forces locals to find savings wherever they can
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A new study said consumer prices in Honolulu are up 4.5% in the last year. That’s 50-percent higher than the national average. It’s forcing many to find savings wherever they can. Sam’s seafood market has been in Chinatown for more than 15 years. He said business is actually picking up. “Business is […]
2024 Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Watch List
Honolulu, HI (August 15, 2024) – The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame announced today the 2024 Watch List for the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award. The Award is presented annually to the most outstanding college football player of Polynesian ancestry that epitomizes great ability and integrity. The Watch List is composed of 96 players from 37 different FBS schools.
Priscilla Presley to visit Hawaii to share story of her years with the ‘King of Rock and Roll’
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Elvis’ widow is coming to Hawaii. Priscilla Presley will share her story of her years with the “King of Rock and Roll” at the Hawaii Theatre on Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. During “An Evening with Priscilla Presley,” she plans to share private home...
A look inside Hawaii’s Worlds Pokemon Center for those who couldn’t attend
The Pokémon World Championships 2024 is underway in Honolulu, Hawaii, and like previous years, it sports an exclusive pop-up Pokémon Center store filled to the brim with items that can only be bought for attendees and locals. Hawaii isn’t exactly a local or affordable place for many people...
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