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Community Voices: Lessons from Lahaina could help Hilo recover
Although the scope of the Lahaina and Hilo fires differs, the lesson is the same: Inflexible regulations can severely delay or even prevent rebuilding. Hawai‘i County could act now to identify and work around those barriers.
Keliʻi Akina & Ph.D.December 10, 2025
South Maui resort project inches forward
A draft environmental impact statement for Mākena Mauka resort project was published Monday.
Michael BrestovanskyDecember 10, 2025
UH looks to capitalize on first Hawai‘i Bowl since 2019
Members of the team are relishing the opportunity to play in their hometown bowl game.
Christian ShimabukuDecember 10, 2025
Artizen by MW has a new weekday happy hour
Happy hour is from 3 to 6 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, and the menu features exclusive dishes like inari bombs, tempura arabiki corn dogs and curry fried chicken.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 10, 2025
You can get this specialty peppermint treat for a limited time
Big Island Candies and local ice cream shop Thrills Soft Serve are partnering to create a holiday dessert. On Dec. 13 and 14 only, customers can enjoy a creamy chocolate fudge ice cream dessert topped with bits of Big Island Candies’ dark chocolate covered peppermint brownies.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 09, 2025
Hamada: Debate on Hawaiʻi's taxis and rideshares
Some thoughts about the Honolulu City Council's legislation aimed at giving traditional taxi services an even playing field against Uber and Lyft. Plus, tips for drivers and riders.
Rick HamadaDecember 09, 2025
PHOTOS: The Eddie, opening ceremony
Were you stuck in the office during the opening ceremony for the Rip Curl Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational? Check out photos of the event, which occurred Friday, Dec. 5. The holding period for the invitational started Sunday, Dec. 7, and runs through March 6.
Katie HellandDecember 09, 2025
Long-awaited improvements coming to Wa‘ianae police substation
Wai‘anae facility built in 2016 will finally get a functional second floor.
Michael BrestovanskyDecember 09, 2025
Jamba Hawaiʻi fundraising initiative raises thousands for nonprofits
Here are the nonprofit beneficiaries so far from Jamba Hawaiʻi's Blend it Forward program, which launched this summer. Nonprofits may apply online for the next fundraiser in the new year.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosDecember 09, 2025
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Gotta catch ‘em all — at Ala Moana Center: voices from Pokémon GO’s “Wild Area: Global” event
"This Kaka’ako sunset photo was taken from Ala Moana Beach Park. A picture is worth a thousand words."
Adopt-a-Pet Oʻahu: Santa Paws event returns
Opinion
Hamada: Fixing what's wrong in America
Opinion by Rick Hamada
Uncles and Aunties: Joanne “Cookie” Fujio's fight against ALS
Opinion by Cheryl Chee Tsutsumi
Community Voices: Charitable giving under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Opinion by Tom Yamachika
Hauntings at Hawai‘i’s Biggest Mall
Opinion by Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya Kapanui
Food & Dining
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Where to get Japanese sandos in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 08, 2025
Sizzling news: Pepper Lunch is opening its first Honolulu location
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 07, 2025
Christmas pop-ups to check out this holiday season
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 05, 2025
Where to eat on Christmas 2025 and seasonal holiday treats – part 2
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 05, 2025
Kāhala’s Olive Tree Café has a new wine shop
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 04, 2025
Arts & Entertainment
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Oʻahu winner advances to “Hawaiʻi to the World” finale
Katie HellandDecember 08, 2025
Opening ceremony for The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational
Katie HellandDecember 06, 2025
Filmmaker Connor Trimble releases new film about Haleʻiwa
Katie HellandDecember 05, 2025
‘Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice opens in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 04, 2025
“Chicago” supervising music director calls Honolulu home
Katie HellandDecember 04, 2025
Sports
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Campbell makes history with HHSAA Open Division State title game win
Christian ShimabukuDecember 06, 2025
Wai‘anae's Max Holloway announces next fight
Christian ShimabukuDecember 06, 2025
Hawai‘i to face California in Hawai‘i Bowl filled with storylines
Christian ShimabukuDecember 05, 2025
Prized Kamehameha prospects sign with college destinations before state title game
Christian ShimabukuDecember 03, 2025
Hawai‘i football racks up Mountain West yearly honors
Christian ShimabukuDecember 02, 2025
Food & Dining
View allWhere to get Japanese sandos in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 08, 2025
Sizzling news: Pepper Lunch is opening its first Honolulu location
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 07, 2025
Christmas pop-ups to check out this holiday season
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 05, 2025
Where to eat on Christmas 2025 and seasonal holiday treats – part 2
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 05, 2025
Kāhala’s Olive Tree Café has a new wine shop
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 04, 2025
Arts & Entertainment
View allOʻahu winner advances to “Hawaiʻi to the World” finale
Katie HellandDecember 08, 2025
Opening ceremony for The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational
Katie HellandDecember 06, 2025
Filmmaker Connor Trimble releases new film about Haleʻiwa
Katie HellandDecember 05, 2025
‘Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice opens in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 04, 2025
“Chicago” supervising music director calls Honolulu home
Katie HellandDecember 04, 2025
Sports
View allCampbell makes history with HHSAA Open Division State title game win
Christian ShimabukuDecember 06, 2025
Wai‘anae's Max Holloway announces next fight
Christian ShimabukuDecember 06, 2025
Hawai‘i to face California in Hawai‘i Bowl filled with storylines
Christian ShimabukuDecember 05, 2025
Prized Kamehameha prospects sign with college destinations before state title game
Christian ShimabukuDecember 03, 2025
Hawai‘i football racks up Mountain West yearly honors
Christian ShimabukuDecember 02, 2025