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Community Voices: Debt per taxpayer
Truth in Accountingʻs latest report findings tells us that while we have made great strides in addressing the financial problems in Hawaiʻi, we are not out of the woods yet.
Tom YamachikaNovember 04, 2026

Hawai‘i stuns Seattle on opening night with Matingou's last-second winner
Matingou's mid-range jumper with 1.2 seconds remaining lifted the 'Bows to a 74-73 comeback victory on Monday night.
Christian ShimabukuNovember 04, 2026

Big Santa is back at Ala Moana Center
His arrival heralds the start of the shopping center’s holiday season — there’s plenty to do in the coming weeks.
Stephanie SalmonsNovember 04, 2026

4th annual Kimchi Day Festival Hawaiʻi is coming Nov. 14
The event will be from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Makiki District Park; it’s open to the public and free to attend. Attendees can look forward to live music, cultural performances, a kimchi-making demonstration and K-Pop dance contest.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 04, 2026

Queen’s Deli Market now offers sandwiches
The Kakaʻako convenience store recently launched a new sandwich menu. Choose from a variety of six-inch and footlong sandwiches, available in flavors like Queen club, Italian, pastrami with Swiss cheese, and more. Additional sandwiches — including chicken parm and roast beef cheesesteaks — will be added soon to the menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 03, 2026

Holiday shopping, music and more: Your guide to the weekend on Oʻahu
Ready to make plans for the weekend? From holiday shopping at local markets to Hawaiʻi Food and Wine Festival events, there is lots happening on Oʻahu this Friday, Nov. 6, Saturday, Nov. 7, and Sunday, Nov. 8.
Katie HellandNovember 03, 2026

Hawaiʻi County hires first recovery officer
The County of Hawaiʻi announced Friday that Kanani Aton will coordinate the county's disaster recovery operations as the recovery officer.
Haley LehmanNovember 03, 2026

Managing director wants Honolulu to be 'well-run machine'
Krishna Jayaram became managing director of the City and County of Honolulu in June. Aloha State Daily sat down with Jayaram to learn about his priorities and goals for the next two years.
Haley LehmanNovember 03, 2026

Creatives hui together for art
Almost 40 artists, including many who call the Islands home, are creating original art together as part of the Hawaiʻi Artist Collaboration. Alex Gupton is one of the featured artists, and shares some of the inspiration he has found in the program, which he first participated in more than a decade ago.
Katie HellandNovember 03, 2026
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Girl Dinner returns to Honolulu for the holidays
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 03, 2026
Serg’s Mexican Kitchen just opened in Kalihi
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 02, 2026
Kapa Hale chef creates dishes for Hawaiian Airlines First Class flights
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 30, 2026
Budget Bites: $9.99 chicken tenders plates at Don Don Donki
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 30, 2026
These Hawai‘i coffee subscriptions, shops are among the 10 best in the U.S.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 29, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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HI93ʻs Local Break Battle of the Bands holds grand finale
Katie HellandOctober 31, 2026
Protect Kahoʻolawe ʻOhana celebrates 50 years with album, concert
Katie HellandOctober 30, 2026
Final installation of Wahi Pana brings moʻolelo of Laniwahine to life
Haley LehmanOctober 29, 2026
Horror and opera collide in 'The Shining'
Katie HellandOctober 29, 2026
'Wow Laulau': Frank De Lima returns to L.A. after 20 years
Ed RampellOctober 28, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i clinches spot in Mountain West tournament after salvaging tie on senior day
Christian ShimabukuNovember 02, 2026
Seabury Hall, Kamehameha win HHSAA girls volleyball championships
Christian ShimabukuOctober 31, 2026
Hawai‘i football visionary June Jones passes away at 73
Christian ShimabukuOctober 30, 2026
UH Mānoa Athletics generated $753 million in economic value since 2023, study finds
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 30, 2026
Phiten bracelet offers constant reminder of Eran Ganot's journey
Christian ShimabukuOctober 29, 2026


