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Everything you’ll find at the 22nd annual Waikīkī SPAM JAM Festival
The 2026 festival features more than 40 food and retail booths, a line-up of creative Spam dishes, limited-edition Spam slippers for sale from OluKai, and a Spam-themed drone show.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 16, 2026
Pipikaula Corner: Congratulations, Hawai‘i, we're No. 1! In local taxes!
A walletHub analysis of state and local taxes puts Hawai‘i at the top.
A. Kam NapierApril 16, 2026
Jack Johnson hometown tour tickets set to release
Following recent flooding across the Islands, the Haleʻiwa-based musician paused ticket sales for the film premieres and concerts on May 14 and 15 in Honolulu. Starting April 16, the presale for Hawai‘i residents will launch, while remaining tickets are planned to go live on Friday, April 17. Part of the proceeds will benefit nonprofit The Lāhui Foundation to support ongoing storm recovery and rebuilding efforts.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 16, 2026
City acquires Chinatown property for future housing, redevelopment
The property, located at 175 N. Pauahi St., was acquired on April 1 for $4.52 million.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 16, 2026
Former competitors Maika Eugenio and Bjorn Jurgensen now Hawai‘i teammates
After meeting at a youth camp in Georgia in 2018, the two freshmen quarterbacks have reunited as Rainbow Warriors.
Christian ShimabukuApril 16, 2026
House passes anti-corporate-election-spending bill
Bill that would strip from corporations the power to make political donations is on the cusp of passing, despite Attorney General's warnings.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 16, 2026
Zippy's, Diamond Bakery create limited soda cracker box
The collaboration commemorates Zippy's 60th and Diamond Bakery's 105th anniversaries.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 16, 2026
Documentary featuring professional surfer to screen at Wai Kai
Growing up, Sheldon Paishon experienced homelessness on Oʻahu's west side. A documentary about his life — and the mentor who helped him find success as a professional surfer — will be screening at Wai Kai this week.
Katie HellandApril 16, 2026
The fight never has to end
There have always been beefs and scraps in Hawai‘i's schools. Now fights are social media events, incentivizing kids to put on bigger and more violent shows for the audience, writes ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa. This is going to get someone killed.
Sterling HigaApril 15, 2026
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Daily Smile: Thursday, April 16, 2026
"My wife and I stayed at a friend’s house in Kailua, and was presented with this God-created ski from their backyard; after a WOW and AHHHH of appreciation, I was thankful for another glorious Kailua evening."
Daily Smile: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Food & Dining
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Istanbul Hawaiʻi launches its spring menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 15, 2026
Flair European Steakhouse is reopening in Kakaʻako
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 15, 2026
604 Clubhouse revamped its brunch buffet
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Ginza Bairin Tonkatsu has a new, late-night happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Rise and Grind Coffee Bar expands
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 13, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Ledward Kaapana, Hōkūleʻa tribute and more: What to do on Oʻahu Friday, April 17, to Sunday, April 19
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Hawaiʻi-based artists participate in 24-hour play festival
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Merrie Monarch Festival names 2026 winners
Katie HellandApril 12, 2026
Kumu Hula Micah Kamohoalii blends tradition and fashion at Merrie Monarch
Katie HellandApril 11, 2026
Ziggy Marley reflects on benefit show, new album
Katie HellandApril 10, 2026
Sports
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Rising pro surfer Kalā DeSoto finds purpose in the ocean
Donalyn Dela CruzApril 15, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH men's volleyball closes out home slate
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball gears up for prolonged road trip after rare series win against UC Irvine
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship set for Hawai‘i debut in card packed with local talent
Christian ShimabukuApril 11, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball closes in on Big West regular season title
Christian ShimabukuApril 10, 2026
Food & Dining
View allIstanbul Hawaiʻi launches its spring menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 15, 2026
Flair European Steakhouse is reopening in Kakaʻako
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 15, 2026
604 Clubhouse revamped its brunch buffet
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Ginza Bairin Tonkatsu has a new, late-night happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 14, 2026
Rise and Grind Coffee Bar expands
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 13, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allLedward Kaapana, Hōkūleʻa tribute and more: What to do on Oʻahu Friday, April 17, to Sunday, April 19
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Hawaiʻi-based artists participate in 24-hour play festival
Katie HellandApril 14, 2026
Merrie Monarch Festival names 2026 winners
Katie HellandApril 12, 2026
Kumu Hula Micah Kamohoalii blends tradition and fashion at Merrie Monarch
Katie HellandApril 11, 2026
Ziggy Marley reflects on benefit show, new album
Katie HellandApril 10, 2026
Sports
View allRising pro surfer Kalā DeSoto finds purpose in the ocean
Donalyn Dela CruzApril 15, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH men's volleyball closes out home slate
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball gears up for prolonged road trip after rare series win against UC Irvine
Christian ShimabukuApril 13, 2026
Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship set for Hawai‘i debut in card packed with local talent
Christian ShimabukuApril 11, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball closes in on Big West regular season title
Christian ShimabukuApril 10, 2026