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Music video filmed at Hanalei Bay gets world premiere in Hollywood

Music video filmed at Hanalei Bay gets world premiere in Hollywood

Actress turned filmmaker Carolina Espiro created a music video for four-time Grammy Award winner Kalani Peʻa’s song “Hanalei I Ka Pilimoe.” Shot entirely by moonlight at Hanalei Bay, its world premiere debuted on Friday, June 26, at Dances with Films Festival in Hollywood, California.

Katie HellandJune 27, 2026

Kumu Hula Kalani Viloria heads hālau in California

Kumu Hula Kalani Viloria heads hālau in California

Since 2023, Kumu Hula Kalani Viloria and wife Hiwa Gacutan-Viloria have operated Kapiliwaiokeao, a hālau in Southern California that offers traditional and contemporary hula classes to haumāna (students) ages 3 and older. Viloria shares more about his upbringing in dance and the Hawaiian culture, the hālau’s evolution and recent hōʻike, future goals, and more.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 26, 2026

Fusion Cafe has a limited-time burger and beer deal

Fusion Cafe has a limited-time burger and beer deal

The cafe — located next to Dada Spa and Salon in Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra — is offering a $20 burger and beer deal during happy hour, which is daily from 3 to 5 p.m.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 26, 2026

Looking to buy a home in Hawai‘i? Here's what you should know.

Looking to buy a home in Hawai‘i? Here's what you should know.

Aloha State Daily talks with Aaron Tangonan, president of the Honolulu Board of Realtors, to learn more about the home-buying process, how feasible it is to become a homeowner, what opportunities are available and more.

Stephanie SalmonsJune 26, 2026

New mural unveiling on Kauaʻi this Saturday

New mural unveiling on Kauaʻi this Saturday

The Garden Island has new art, which will be unveiled to the public this weekend. The project is a collaboration between Common Ground Kauaʻi, a 63-acre regenerative farm, and Capitol Modern. The project involves 11 artists, including many who call Kauaʻi home.

Katie HellandJune 26, 2026

Warriors Don't Bully returns for sequel at Hi Fit Expo

Warriors Don't Bully returns for sequel at Hi Fit Expo

Two anti-bullying and self-defense sessions will be held at the Hi Fit Expo at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall this weekend.

Christian ShimabukuJune 26, 2026

Kaua‘i Coffee Co. secures 15-year lease

Kaua‘i Coffee Co. secures 15-year lease

The brand's parent company, Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, negotiated a new 15-year lease for the 3,100-acre farm on which it has been operating with property owner Brue Baukol Capital Partners. Kaua‘i Mayor Derek Kawakami shares what this means for the Garden Isle community.

Stephanie SalmonsJune 26, 2026

U.S. Supreme Court stakes Hawai‘i's 'vampire' gun law

U.S. Supreme Court stakes Hawai‘i's 'vampire' gun law

A 2023 law prohibiting bringing concealed firearms onto private property without the owner's explicit consent has been deemed unconstitutional.

Michael BrestovanskyJune 26, 2026

BirdyGo! offers fried chicken sandwiches in Downtown Honolulu

BirdyGo! offers fried chicken sandwiches in Downtown Honolulu

The new concept from the Bar Leather Apron and MĀZE is located downstairs from Bar Leather Apron in Topa Financial Center. The business is in its soft opening and features fried chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, seasoned fries and cauliflower nuggets.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 26, 2026

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