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Bill passed by City Council would allow farmers markets in underutilized parks
The Honolulu City Council passed a bill on Wednesday that would allow the Department of Parks and Recreation to permit nonprofit organizations to host farmers markets and food distribution events in underutilized public parks.
Haley LehmanSeptember 15, 2026

National Voter Registration Day Tuesday, Sep. 15
Get ready for the 2026 Elections at elections.hawaii.gov!
September 15, 2026

Kale’s Hale is offering $10 bentos for the next three months
The Kalihi-based restaurant — known for its all-you-can-eat Hawaiian fusion yakiniku experience — recently started offering $10 bentos starting at 10 a.m., according to chef/owner Kale Afong. Sometimes, the restaurant opens from 7 a.m. to start selling bentos. The $10 deal will be available for the next three months.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 14, 2026

Late gamble pays off as Hawai‘i football earns first victory of 2026 season
A late fourth down touchdown ultimately sealed UH's 29-19 win over New Mexico State, its first victory of the year.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 13, 2026

2026 NFL season kicks off for Hawai‘i's best
Over 20 players with ties to the Islands are on active NFL rosters to begin the season.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 12, 2026

Hawaiʻi remembers 9/11: annual day of remembrance honors fallen and first responders
Hawaiʻi leaders and residents honored the 2,977 victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, including people with connections to Hawaiʻi, during a ceremony at the Honolulu Hale on Friday evening.
Haley LehmanSeptember 12, 2026

WWE to hold tryouts prior to October live shows
The pro wrestling organization will hold a pair of live shows at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center in October. Prior to those, it will host tryouts for prospective athletes, who must register online by Sept. 15 before showing up.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 12, 2026

Retailers say fines for illegal peddling are too low
The Honolulu City Council is considering a bill that would increase the fines for unlawful peddling on Oʻahu.
Haley LehmanSeptember 12, 2026
Chinatown 808's Mid-Autumn Festival returns
Also known as the Moon Festival, Chinatown 808’s Annual Mid-Autumn Festival includes a parade, lantern-making contest, and more than 30 food or craft vendors, plus activities for keiki and live entertainment. The festival is an opportunity to celebrate the moon and exchange wishes for good fortune.
Katie HellandSeptember 12, 2026
Food & Dining
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New Japanese sake pub opens in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 11, 2026
Terns is a new open-air dining space in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 11, 2026
West Oʻahu’s first matcha and coffee festival is coming this weekend
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 10, 2026
Roy’s Hawaiʻi Kai just launched Sunday brunch
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 10, 2026
Pho N Grindz is opening in Kailua
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 10, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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‘The Paper’ launches second season
Katie HellandSeptember 11, 2026
Pro-Surfer Tatiana Weston-Webb rides the wild surf in new doc shot at Kaua‘i, O‘ahu, Tahiti and Beyond
Ed RampellSeptember 09, 2026
Megabon, music, and more: Your guide to the weekend on Oʻahu
Katie HellandSeptember 08, 2026
HIFF announces first wave of festival films
Katie HellandSeptember 08, 2026
‘Don’t Stop Believin’ ’ band back for stop in Honolulu journey
Katie HellandSeptember 06, 2026
Sports
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Great Aloha Run returns with new, temporary route
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 11, 2026
Hawai‘i looks for first win of 2026 season against New Mexico State
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 10, 2026
Punahou alum Spencer McLachlin returns home for emotional weekend as new UCSD coach
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 07, 2026
Hawai‘i football stumbles in loss to UNLV
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 06, 2026
New Hawai‘i running back DeVon Rice quickly making up for lost time
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 04, 2026


