Aloha State Daily - Hawaii News
News
Headlines
View all
Budget Bites: $13 poke bowls at Noods Ramen Bar Hawaiʻi Kai
These poke bowls are only available at the ramen business’s East Oʻahu store. Choose from spicy ‘ahi, hurricane, ginger scallion and spicy garlic crunch.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 22, 2026

Backset drops new single “Up Late”
The ‘Āina Haina-based band Backset is releasing its first single from a six-song extended play this week. Aloha State Daily caught up with Gabriel Goes, who also performed on NBC’s “The Voice,” Hawaiian Council’s “Hawaiʻi to the World,” and more, about his inspiration for the new music and how to listen.
Katie HellandMay 22, 2026

Maui eatery included on 'legendary' best-of list
Only in Your State’s newest 50 Best list looks at 'Legendary Local Restaurants Across the U.S.' A popular Pā‘ia restaurant is included.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 21, 2026

Vintage Books Hawaiʻi relaunches brunch service with new chef
Chef Keith Endo, whose culinary background includes leading the kitchens at Vino and Ki Club, is now the executive chef at this Kaimukī speakeasy. Vintage Books Hawaiʻi re-launched its weekend brunch with a new menu in mid-April.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 21, 2026

Hawai‘i baseball eliminated from Big West Conference tournament
The Rainbow Warriors fell to Cal State Fullerton in Wednesday's tournament play-in game, ending their tenure in the Big West.
Christian ShimabukuMay 21, 2026

Dave Lazar named as next Honolulu Police Chief
Honolulu Police Commission names former San Francisco assistant chief to lead Honolulu Police Department. His start date is up in the air, pending a deeper background investigation and contract negotiations.
Michael BrestovanskyMay 21, 2026

Hawai‘i Pacific University set to add women's flag football program
HPU will be the first college athletics program in the state to add flag football.
Christian ShimabukuMay 21, 2026

Rainbow Drive-In has a new happy hour
The business’s new happy hour menu is at the Kapahulu location only on Mondays to Thursdays. Customers can enjoy $5, $10 and $12 specials, ranging from small Slush floats and chili fries to barbecue burgers and loco moco plates.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 21, 2026

New Korean fusion pop-up in Kaimukī
KoLab, formerly located in Kakaʻako, now offers a Korean-inspired breakfast within Kaimukī’s Aloha Bakehouse & Café. The biz offers fresh poke with crispy waffle rice, egg salad sandos and joomuk bap, or savory Korean rice balls.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 21, 2026
Daily Features
View all
Daily Smile: Friday, May 22, 2026

"We are so blessed to live in Hawaiʻi and sometimes we just need to take time to enjoy it. When asked what restaurant I want to go to celebrate Mother’s Day, I responded with a simple picnic at the beach watching the sunset. It was so beautiful and relaxing!"

"Just in the right place right time"
Food & Dining
View all
New frozen Greek yogurt spot in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 19, 2026
Da Morning Grind Cafe is tucked away within a laundromat
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 19, 2026
Ry’s Poke Shack opens in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 19, 2026
This acai bowl shop has a new location in Kāneʻohe
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 18, 2026
Festa Italiana 2026 is coming this June
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 15, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View all
Taimane, Los Lobos to headline Maui Music and Food Experience
Katie HellandMay 20, 2026
What to do on Oʻahu for Memorial Day weekend
Katie HellandMay 19, 2026
Exhibit on Robert Cazimero extends through next week
Katie HellandMay 19, 2026
'Groundbreaking' film combines Chile, Hawaiʻi and hula
Katie HellandMay 16, 2026
And the Nā Hōkū Hanohano finalists are…
Katie HellandMay 15, 2026
Sports
View all
Hawai‘i baseball set for final Big West Conference tournament
Christian ShimabukuMay 20, 2026
Moanalua wins 2026 HHSAA Division I girls flag football championship
Christian ShimabukuMay 17, 2026
Makana Wade coaches Le Jardin to first state title in boys volleyball
Christian ShimabukuMay 17, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball standout Kristian Titriyski to turn pro early
Christian ShimabukuMay 15, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball makes the rounds following national championship
Christian ShimabukuMay 15, 2026