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Former Hawai‘i County housing official sentenced for bribery scheme

Former Hawai‘i County housing official sentenced for bribery scheme

Alan Scott Rudo was paid nearly $1.9 million for conspiring to fraudulently award housing development contracts to his associates.

Michael BrestovanskyMay 30, 2026

The politics downstream

The politics downstream

Presidents used to emerge out of whistlestop tours, radio address, television and cable. Now, for the youngest voters and voters-to-be, political power gathers in the frenetic world of livestreams. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa talks about what this means.

Sterling HigaMay 30, 2026

Okome Ten-don & Poke now offers Korean fried chicken

Okome Ten-don & Poke now offers Korean fried chicken

The Kakaʻako eatery, known for its tempura and poke bowls, opened last December. The business recently expanded its menu to include Korean-style fried chicken, kalbi and tteokbokki.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 29, 2026

Hawaiian Airlines moving to pre-paid meals in main cabin for most Mainland flights

Hawaiian Airlines moving to pre-paid meals in main cabin for most Mainland flights

Travelers will be able to pre-order from a menu curated by Maui-based chef Sheldon Simeon starting July 1.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 29, 2026

Brandi-Ann Uyemura releases first book about Obon festival

Brandi-Ann Uyemura releases first book about Obon festival

In late March, the Kailua-based writer launched children’s book, “I am a Bon Dancer,” inspired by her own experiences with her grandfather attending Obon festivals in Hanapēpē. The author is hosting a couple of events open to the public at Kaimukī Library on May 31 and June 2, with more to be announced.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 29, 2026

Octogenarian sues Honolulu over $600,000 fines

Octogenarian sues Honolulu over $600,000 fines

Sandra May was told she owed the city hundreds of thousands of dollars over an improper online rental listing.

Michael BrestovanskyMay 29, 2026

'Memory Beads' premieres at Kumu Kahua Theatre

'Memory Beads' premieres at Kumu Kahua Theatre

Memory, aging and identity are at the heart of this play from retired public school teacher Diane Aoki. A story that came out of a challenge at a festival for playwrights is now finding its way to the stage for the first time in its entirety at Kumu Kahua Theatre.

Katie HellandMay 29, 2026

Goofy Café & Dine opens second location

Goofy Café & Dine opens second location

This popular brunch spot — whose original location is near Hilton Hawaiian Village — opened a second location at The Twin Fin Hotel. This new location features brunch, lunch, happy hour and an expanded dinner menu. The café’s grand opening is Friday, May 29.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 28, 2026

Kimberly Agas promoted to new leadership role at Aulani

Kimberly Agas promoted to new leadership role at Aulani

Agas, who has been general manager of the Disney resort in Ko Olina for the past decade, is now executive director, a newly created position.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 28, 2026

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