Former Mayor Arakawa, Kalo Farmers Among 6 Chosen For New East Maui Water Board
The County Council’s selections marked the culmination of a weekslong power struggle over control of the board that will help shape the region’s future. Lifelong East Maui residents who’ve championed [...]
Munoz Granted NCAA Waiver; Back For 2023-24 Season
Story Links University of Hawai'i guard Juan Munoz has been granted a waiver by the NCAA and is eligible to play in the 2023-24 season for the Rainbow [...]
Ka‘ōhao or Lanikai? Maunalua or ‘Āina Haina?
Two of those names are made up, while nicknames like Diamond Head have supplanted older names. Hawaiian leaders want traditional names to come first. Hawaiian leaders advocate using Lē‘ahi, which [...]
Visiting Pearl Harbor: Everything You Need To Know
The USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. (Photo: Star-Advertiser) In the early morning hours of December 7, 1941, the world was forever changed when the Japanese launched a surprise air [...]
Man charged after reportedly stabbing 2 people in Hilo : Big Island Now
Kunia Hassard A 42-year-old man is facing assault charges after reportedly stabbing a man and woman in Hilo. On Tuesday at approximately 11:33 p.m., Hawai‘i Island police responded to a [...]
Aloha Friday Photo: Haleakala Sunrise Shots
Mahalo to Linda Sanders for these two Aloha Friday Photos. She took these photos while visiting Maui’s Haleakala summit in September 2019 It’s a unique experience to witness sunrise at [...]
Don’t Even Consider Packing These For Hawaii Vacations
Whether you’re the most seasoned traveler or a newbie who doesn’t think about a packing checklist for Hawaii, today’s post will help keep your luggage under control. Your editors, Rob [...]
Police Shoot And Kill Man After Barricade In Pearl City
The Honolulu Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services also responded. Honolulu police have confirmed that a burglary suspect involved in an apparent barricade situation has been fatally shot in the [...]
Chang Welcomes New Football Support Staff
Story Links HONOLULU – University of Hawai'i head football coach Timmy Chang announced four staff members to his 2023 coaching staff – Reyn Shiraishi as director of football [...]
Help Us Celebrate Hawai‘i’s Influential Women
Hawaii Business Magazine welcomes your nominations for local women leaders who have made substantial impacts in the Islands through their professional or nonprofit work Photos: Aaron YoshinoHawaii Business Magazine will [...]
Keauhou Canoe Club awards two scholarships : Big Island Now
Kianni Dodson of Waikoloa and Noa Riznyk of are the 2023 recently received $2,000 during a presentation at the club’s birthday potluck at the KCC canoe halau. (Image from KCC). [...]
Hawaiian Airlines Moves Aircraft Maintenance To Philippines
Today, Hawaiian Airlines has entered into another agreement with Singapore Airlines. Singapore’s SIA Engineering (SIAEC) Company will now perform airframe maintenance services on Hawaiian’s fleet of 18 A321neo aircraft through [...]
HPD Cops Won’t Face Charges Over Killing Of Caillen Gentzler In 2020
A lawsuit brought by the man’s widow against the department is ongoing. An independent review has determined two Honolulu police officers acted in self-defense when they shot and killed a [...]
Soccer Announces Four Additions to Program
Story Links HONOLULU – Hawai'i soccer head coach Michele Nagamine announced the addition of four student-athletes to the program for the 2023 season Thursday. The Rainbow Wahine will [...]
Top Performers in Real Estate 2023
Consider these agents and companies when preparing to make your next real estate transaction. Avantina LLC Oʻahu Thomas Wilson Tesha Squires Lea Lee Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Hawaii Realty (Individuals) Oʻahu [...]
Research reveals high rates of outrigger canoe paddling especially among Native Hawaiians : Big Island Now
A new study by University of Hawai‘i researchers found that 1 out of 5 (20%) of Hawaiʻi residents have participated in the uniquely Hawaiian sport of outrigger paddling. Paddling has [...]
Hanalei Bridge Closures And Multi-Year Repairs Begin
This update reflects the latest June 2023 update just released by the state. The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) announced that there would be full closures every night of the [...]
HPD Cops In Makaha Pursuit Case Withdraw Requests For Publicly Funded Legal Assistance
The department’s Professional Standards Office has completed its investigation into the incident. The four Honolulu police officers who face criminal trial in August for their alleged roles in a 2021 [...]
Thelle Becomes UH’s First Two-Time Academic All-American
Story Links University of Hawai'i senior setter Jakob Thelle capped off a decorated career by becoming the first student-athlete in school history to be named College Sports Communicators [...]
In Hawai‘i’s Housing Crunch, Tenants Are Vulnerable to Rent Hikes and Evictions. Here’s What They Need to Know.
Honolulu renter Nikhil Khurana says he has spent much of his free time the last two years knocking on hundreds of doors to talk with and organize tenants. The most [...]
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for June 21, 2023 : Big Island Now
Photo Credit: James Grenz Hilo Today: Mostly cloudy. Occasional showers in the morning, then scattered showers in the afternoon. Highs around 84 near the shore to 68 to 73 at [...]
Hawaii Flight Price Just Dropped
It happens. You buy flights to Hawaii and then find the price has suddenly dropped. If you have set an alert through Google Flights as we do, it’s easy to [...]
Naka Nathaniel: Addressing The Elephant In The Ballroom: ‘Las Vegas Is Not The 9th Island!’
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement held its convention in Las Vegas this year because of the large Hawaiian population there. LAS VEGAS — Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu was ready to talk [...]
Seven Warriors Named To Phil Steele’s Preseason All-Mountain West
Story Links HONOLULU – A total of seven University of Hawai'i football student-athletes were named to Phil Steele's Preseason All-Mountain West team. Senior defensive back Cam Stone [...]
Real Estate Expert: You May Want to Buy Now Because Home Prices Will Increase When Mortgage Rates Ease
O‘ahu home sales were down in May compared with a year ago, but some areas, like Hawai‘i Kai and Kailua, are starting to see an increase in prices. Photo: Aaron [...]
























