HFD rescues 2 stranded boaters outside of Maunalua Bay
Honolulu firefighters rescued two boaters in distress this morning outside of Maunalua Bay in Hawaii Kai.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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Hawaii youth soccer players look to World Cup for inspiration
World Cup fever is rising in Hawaii as Honolulu Bulls youth players watch the pros in action.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
HFD rescues two boaters in Hawaii Kai following an electrical issue
The Honolulu Fire Department safely rescued two boaters from a disabled vessel adrift off Maunalua Bay in Hawaii Kai on Thursday morning.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Alleged monk seal attacker makes first appearance in federal court in Honolulu
Igor Lytvynchuk is at the center of a viral video allegedly showing him throwing a rock at an endangered monk seal on Maui. And today he made his first Hawaii
May 30, 2026Open source
Man wanted over 3 killings apprehended after an intense search of Hawaii’s Big Island
HONOLULU (AP) — A man wanted in connection with the killings of three men was apprehended Thursday after a massive search of Hawaii’s Big Island, police...
May 29, 2026Open source
Most of Hawaii under flood watch through early Saturday
Lightning strikes are seen today over the ocean near Honolulu Harbor as heavy rain and thunderstorms pounded the island.
May 16, 2026Open source
20 years in the making: County purchases Honolulu Landing property
Hawaii County Mayor Kimo Alameda announced Thursday that after more than two decades of advocacy, the 364-acre coastal Puna property known as Honolulu Landin...
May 15, 2026Open source
Hawai‘i County purchases Honolulu Landing along Big Island’s Puna coast
The $3.7 million acquisition occurred through the county’s Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Commission program.
May 14, 2026Open source
Mike Formby to leave Honolulu city managing director position
City Managing Director Michael Formby will leave his position at the end of May to become chief executive officer of Hawaii-based maritime firm Pacific Marin...
May 12, 2026Open source
Top Honolulu Official Leaves City For Private Sector
The mayor designated Formby's deputy Krishna Jayaram to fill the slot, which is subject to City Council approval.
May 12, 2026Open source
New $2M Fund Covers Neighbor Island Medical Flights
State-funded flights to Honolulu medical appointments aim to stop rural residents on Molokaʻi and beyond from putting off routine health care.
May 12, 2026Open source
Honolulu Homeowners Turn To Goats, Sheep To Mow Yard Ahead Of Fire Season
Flocks of livestock are not a typical city sight. But with wildfire season looming, they're becoming an increasingly attractive prevention measure.
May 12, 2026Open source
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UH basketball coach Ganot ‘fired up’ with influx of talented recruits
In a third-floor conference room, surrounded by his enthusiastic staff, University of Hawaii head basketball coach Eran Ganot was in his happy place.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Researchers deploy sensors in aftermath of 6.0 quake
Following the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that rocked Hawaii Island on May 22, researchers from the University of Hawaii have been at work trying to better unde...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Jonesboro teen’s Make-A-Wish Hawaii trip celebrated with surprise party
Leis and lemonade were out in front of Best Manufacturing in Jonesboro as the community gathered to send off a local teen to her dream destination in Hawaii.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
UH Hilo tapped to help boost US seafood supply
The University of Hawaii at Hilo will play a key role in a new national effort to strengthen America’s seafood supply and expand sustainable aquaculture.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Judiciary warns of text scams about unpaid traffic citations
The state Judiciary is warning the public statewide of a text scam alleging to be from the Hawaii District Court or the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Finance director Seth Colby temporarily acting as governor
The fourth-highest ranking state official in Hawaii’s line of succession will be in charge of the islands until Monday, while Gov. Josh Green, Acting Lt. G...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Worst summer hiring season for teens? Not for Hawaii restaurants that need workers
Hawaii's restaurant industry is urging teens to apply for summer jobs, saying they need more workers to weather the tough economy.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Limelight Hawaii opens at former Hawaiian Hut site near Ala Moana
The three-level, nearly 6,000-square-foot venue can host concerts, corporate events and private celebrations.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
University of Hawaii gets $5M investment for NIL money
The University of Hawaii inks a multi-million deal on money for student-athletes
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Hawaii kids need your help: School Tools Drive returns this June
Parents in Hawaii are expected to spend an average of $150 per child on basic school supplies this year, and families in need can get help through KITV and H...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
San Diego aircraft carrier will lead huge military exercise off Hawaii
Navy decides to let Navy carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt lead Rim of the Pacific military exercises.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
San Antonio ISD’s six-figure travel tab: Hawaii, conferences and a district in deficit
KSAT Investigates found San Antonio ISD's superintendent, executive cabinet and school board members spent more than $121,000 on travel since 2024, even as t...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Nonprofit kicks off ‘Year of the ʻAlawi’ campaign
Found only on Hawaii Island, the ‘Alawi is known for its habit of creeping along trunks and branches of koa and ‘ohi‘a trees probing under bark and int...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Graduation season, Hawaii style
Graduations in Hawaii feature traditions you won’t find anywhere else. From handmade lei to cultural ceremonies, students celebrate with deep meaning.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Billy V Live: Hawaii News Now General Manager on the historic partnership with UH Athletics
Katie Pickman, General Manager of Hawaii News Now, sits down with Billy V to celebrate today’s historic partnership between UH Athletics and Hawaii News Now.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
An eclectic, off-grid Hawaii haven, 3 dead men and a suspect caught on surveillance video
Residents of Hawaii's remote and eclectic Puna district are grappling with the shocking killings of three men who were drawn to the area for its off-grid and...
May 30, 2026Open source
Hawaii manhunt ends with arrest of suspect in killings of 3 elderly men, police say
PAHOA, Hawaii (CNN) — A manhunt that left a Hawaii community on edge ended Thursday with the arrest of a suspect in the killings of three men at separate l...
May 30, 2026Open source
A man wanted in 3 killings has been apprehended after an intense search of Hawaii’s Big Island
The killings took place over two days in a remote and mostly rural part of the island.
May 29, 2026Open source
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UH basketball coach Ganot ‘fired up’ with influx of talented recruits
In a third-floor conference room, surrounded by his enthusiastic staff, University of Hawaii head basketball coach Eran Ganot was in his happy place.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Researchers deploy sensors in aftermath of 6.0 quake
Following the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that rocked Hawaii Island on May 22, researchers from the University of Hawaii have been at work trying to better unde...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Jonesboro teen’s Make-A-Wish Hawaii trip celebrated with surprise party
Leis and lemonade were out in front of Best Manufacturing in Jonesboro as the community gathered to send off a local teen to her dream destination in Hawaii.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
UH Hilo tapped to help boost US seafood supply
The University of Hawaii at Hilo will play a key role in a new national effort to strengthen America’s seafood supply and expand sustainable aquaculture.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
HFD rescues 2 stranded boaters outside of Maunalua Bay
Honolulu firefighters rescued two boaters in distress this morning outside of Maunalua Bay in Hawaii Kai.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Judiciary warns of text scams about unpaid traffic citations
The state Judiciary is warning the public statewide of a text scam alleging to be from the Hawaii District Court or the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Worst summer hiring season for teens? Not for Hawaii restaurants that need workers
Hawaii's restaurant industry is urging teens to apply for summer jobs, saying they need more workers to weather the tough economy.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Hawaii youth soccer players look to World Cup for inspiration
World Cup fever is rising in Hawaii as Honolulu Bulls youth players watch the pros in action.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Limelight Hawaii opens at former Hawaiian Hut site near Ala Moana
The three-level, nearly 6,000-square-foot venue can host concerts, corporate events and private celebrations.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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