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Hawai‘i football preps for homecoming test against New Mexico
The Lobos will come to town to face a reeling Rainbow Warrior squad for UH's homecoming game.
Christian ShimabukuOctober 17, 2026
Changing Kaka‘ako: Ward Plaza
When it debuted in 1969, Ward Plaza elevated the neighborhood with a then-cutting edge architect-designed modernism. The complex was torn down in 2018 and construction has recently begun on its replacement, high-rise condo The Launiu Ward Village. Here's what made Ward Plaza special and why it should still be remembered.
DeSoto BrownOctober 17, 2026
Hinahina on the Beach brings buffets back to Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort
The resort’s new all-day oceanfront restaurant is located in the former space of Kai Market. Hinahina on the Beach features a menu of coastally inspired cuisine, and has brought back the resort’s popular breakfast buffet after more than six years. Dinner service will be starting soon, along with the resort’s popular seafood buffet.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 16, 2026
Affordable senior housing development opens in Honolulu
Ho‘ohiki, located on North School Street, offers 32 studios, 208 one-bedroom homes, and 10 two-bedroom homes
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 16, 2026
Act 11 challenge goes to court
A verdict is pending on whether Grassroot Institute of Hawai‘i has standing to challenge Hawai‘i's corporate election spending ban.
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 16, 2026
Rich Miano overcomes personal tragedy en route to becoming Hawai‘i football staple
Miano lost his only brother, Robert, before his senior season of high school football at Kaiser. It set him on a path to an 11-year NFL career and a reputation as an Island football legend that will be cemented with an induction into the UH Circle of Honor on Friday.
Christian ShimabukuOctober 16, 2026
Aloha Tower reopens after five years
Historical landmark closed in 2021 because of Covid, but reopens this week during its centennial celebration.
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 16, 2026
100 HPD officers to be reassigned to patrol
Scores of officers will be reallocated to patrol duties next month, HPD Chief David Lazar announced Thursday.
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 16, 2026
Isolana is the new signature restaurant at Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
The restaurant, which opened in August, celebrates coastal Italian cuisine while highlighting locally sourced ingredients. The menu features dishes like hamachi crudo, cacio e pepe, umami crusted ‘ahi and Kurobuta pork chop.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 16, 2026
Food & Dining
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Frida’s Hawaiʻi is now open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 15, 2026
Wahiawā Brewed is a new coffee shop with a drive-thru
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 14, 2026
Slice by HB Baking’s mobile pop-up features ice cream pies
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 13, 2026
Seven4Two Bakery offers a variety of sourdough pastries
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 12, 2026
Jamba Hawaiʻi just launched a new food truck
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 09, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Wailuku Film Festival returns for second year
Katie HellandOctober 16, 2026
Sonny Lim reflects on new album, upcoming festival
Katie HellandOctober 15, 2026
Aloha Tower, Pride parade and ʻukulele tune-ups: 10 things to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Katie HellandOctober 14, 2026
Spooky season with Taimane at Hawaiʻi Theatre
Katie HellandOctober 12, 2026
31 things to do for Halloween on Oʻahu
Katie HellandOctober 09, 2026
Sports
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Costas Theocharidis reflects on joy and pain of UH career ahead of Circle of Honor induction
Christian ShimabukuOctober 15, 2026
Tahiti's Team OPT repeats as Molokai Hoe champions
Christian ShimabukuOctober 12, 2026
Mistakes doom Hawai‘i football again in loss at Arizona State
Christian ShimabukuOctober 11, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball surpasses 2025 win total in sweep over San Jose State
Christian ShimabukuOctober 10, 2026
Hawai‘i football doubles down on its faith ahead of Arizona State matchup
Christian ShimabukuOctober 09, 2026
Food & Dining
View allFrida’s Hawaiʻi is now open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 15, 2026
Wahiawā Brewed is a new coffee shop with a drive-thru
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 14, 2026
Slice by HB Baking’s mobile pop-up features ice cream pies
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 13, 2026
Seven4Two Bakery offers a variety of sourdough pastries
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 12, 2026
Jamba Hawaiʻi just launched a new food truck
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 09, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allWailuku Film Festival returns for second year
Katie HellandOctober 16, 2026
Sonny Lim reflects on new album, upcoming festival
Katie HellandOctober 15, 2026
Aloha Tower, Pride parade and ʻukulele tune-ups: 10 things to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Katie HellandOctober 14, 2026
Spooky season with Taimane at Hawaiʻi Theatre
Katie HellandOctober 12, 2026
31 things to do for Halloween on Oʻahu
Katie HellandOctober 09, 2026
Sports
View allCostas Theocharidis reflects on joy and pain of UH career ahead of Circle of Honor induction
Christian ShimabukuOctober 15, 2026
Tahiti's Team OPT repeats as Molokai Hoe champions
Christian ShimabukuOctober 12, 2026
Mistakes doom Hawai‘i football again in loss at Arizona State
Christian ShimabukuOctober 11, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball surpasses 2025 win total in sweep over San Jose State
Christian ShimabukuOctober 10, 2026
Hawai‘i football doubles down on its faith ahead of Arizona State matchup
Christian ShimabukuOctober 09, 2026