Wailuku
LATEST NEWS
Update: Teen girl reported as an endangered runaway found safe in Kona
3:23 p.m. Friday update: Carmella French, 16, who was previously reported as an endangered runaway, was located in Kailua-Kona on Friday in good health. Original post: Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s help in finding a 16-year-old girl who is considered endangered. Carmella French was reported...
Iolani School unveils 3D fly-through of new $10M student center
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Iolani School on Wednesday unveiled a 3D fly-through of its new $10 million student center. Construction is now underway on the new 60,000-square-foot, three-story Arrillaga Student Center. The facility will feature amenities such as 16 new classrooms, outdoor covered dining space, a campus store, a health wellness...
Dogtown Bakery: Celebrating the Bond Between Dogs and Owners with Gourmet Treats and Community Commitment
Michelle Alpern, founder and owner of Dogtown Bakery, has created a unique haven for dog lovers in Kailua, Honolulu. Specializing in crafting delicious and nutritious treats for dogs, Dogtown Bakery has become a beloved part of the local community, dedicated to enhancing the well-being and happiness of dogs and their owners.
Alumni Pā‘ina 2024: A Celebration of Excellence and Community
On Saturday, July 20, we celebrated two remarkable individuals at the 2024 Alumni Pā‘ina: Michael Maeda ’79, our Alumnus of the Year, and Dr. Edna Hussey, the recipient of the Wa‘ahila Award. The Alumnus of the Year Award is the highest honor of the MPIAA, presented to an individual who has provided outstanding service to the school, displayed strong support and loyalty, and dedicated significant effort to the improvement of Mid-Pacific. The Wa‘ahila Award is a distinguished honor given to a graduate or someone closely associated with Mid-Pacific who has excelled in their field, attaining a level of prominence that reflects favorably on Mid-Pacific. This award is named after the Wa‘ahila Ridge, a prominent feature connected to Mid-Pacific.
Wahine Basketball’s Amy Atwell joins Australia’s Olympic basketball roster
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Former University of Hawaii women’s basketball standout Amy Atwell was named to the Olympic roster for Team Australia on Thursday. According to the Olympics’ website, the Aussie joins her native team to replace Rebecca Allen who reinjured her hamstring during the team’s final practice match against Canada.
Hawai'i Democrats shift convention support to Kamala Harris
The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi announced their delegation's support shift from President Joe Biden to Vice President Kamala Harris for the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago. According to the party chair, the decision was unanimous among Biden delegates.
Truckloads of trash are hauled away in Makiki Stream cleanup
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A group of homeless people has been using a section of Makiki Stream for shelter at the corner of South King Street and Kalakaua Avenue. That area was the target for a major cleanup by the city Thursday. Bicycles, shopping carts, mattresses -- and bagloads of rubbish.
Hawaiʻi has a medical malpractice problem
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A recent study revealed that Hawaiʻi has the fourth-highest rate of medical malpractice in the United States. This means that Hawaiʻi has a significant number of medical malpractice incidents compared to other states. Let’s dive into what this means and how it affects the...
Maui’s Reagan James Miles wins boys 15-18 division of the HSJGA 2024 Oʻahu Junior Championship
Mauiʻs Reagan James Miles of Kīhei won the Boys 15-18 division of the 2024 Oʻahu Junior Championship held this week on Oʻahu. The Hawaiʻi State Junior Golf Association and First Tee – Hawaiʻi conducted the 2024 Oʻahu Junior Championship at 360 Ewa Beach Country Club on July 22-24. The event was 36 holes (two days) for ages 7-12, and 54 holes (three days) for ages 13-18.
Kauai Wildfire Shows How Other Hawaii Power Safety Shutoffs Might Work
A Chinook helicopter works to douse hotspots just west of Moi Road in Hanapepe. The fire was considered contained by daybreak on July 16 but crews spent the overnight hours checking for hot spots and protecting the community from flare-ups. (David Croxford/CivilBeat/2024) JPʻs Pizza on Kaumualii Highway had just received...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.