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Ghosts of the King Street Cemetery

From 1845 until the 1920s, a parcel of land outside of Honolulu granted by Governor Boki served as an active cemetery for the Catholic Church in Hawai‘i. It's still there on King Street, though its quiet surroundings have given way to high-rises, utilities and a hospital. Also still there, some say, are the spirits of the deceased appearing amid the headstones.

Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiApril 08, 2026

Former Tripler patients file complaint against Army over sexual abuse

Former patients of Maj. Blaine McGraw, accused by more than 100 plaintiffs of sexual misconduct, are seeking damages from the U.S. Army.

Michael BrestovanskyApril 08, 2026

Zippy's and Kahala unveil exclusive aloha shirt

Both companies will mark milestone anniversaries this year with a new aloha shirt collaboration.

Stephanie SalmonsApril 07, 2026

Benefit concert with Jason Momoa, Jack Johnson, Kolohe Kai, The Green and more

Hawaiian Council has teamed up with nine acts, including The Mākaha Sons and others, to host a benefit for those impacted by the recent Kona Low Storms. The list of performers includes artists who are regular headliners at various events.

Katie HellandApril 07, 2026

Public input sought for proposed $1.2 million community center in West Maui

G70 and Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation have partnered to bring community spaces and facility programs back to West Maui. Residents can submit feedback in-person and online starting May 19 to June 14.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 07, 2026

Brick Fire Tavern launches specials to support Kona Low storm victims

The Kaimukī eatery — which recently launched its spring menu — is donating 100% of the proceeds from two specials this month to help support those affected by the Kona Low storms. The proceeds from the eatery’s garlic tide pizza and Care Package cocktail will be donated to Chef Hui’s Kona Low flood relief fund.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 07, 2026

West Hawai‘i beetle quarantine to take effect next month

State Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity will impose restrictions on transporting plants from a designated "infested zone" where coconut rhinoceros beetles have been detected.

Michael BrestovanskyApril 07, 2026

Symphony sets sail with ode to Hōkūleʻa

Navigators, stars and a whole lot of ocean are in this symphony score coming to Honolulu for the first time in its entirety on Sunday, April 19. Michael-Thomas Foumai, the composer of the piece, discusses how he wrote music that shares the story of Hōkūleʻa.

Katie HellandApril 07, 2026