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Kailua man charged with attempted murder
Sean Warnet reportedly fired at police officers responding to a domestic assault report at his Kailua residence.
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 29, 2026

Community Voices: Housing ballot questions: action or rhetoric?
Many of the proposals to amend the Honolulu Charter that the city Charter Commission rejected earlier this year represent some of the biggest missed policy opportunities in recent memory. While there is nothing to strongly oppose in either Question 7 or Question 10, they are ambiguous and, if they pass, their value in many ways will depend entirely on the priorities and decisions of future elected officials.
Keliʻi AkinaOctober 28, 2026

Community Voices: Teach For America Hawaiʻi shapes the next generation of leaders
This month, national organization Teach For America celebrated its 35th anniversary in Vegas, where more than 8,000 TFA alumni, corps members and staff gathered to reflect on the organization's impact and plans for the future. TFA Hawai‘i's Executive Director Meilan Akaka Manfre and local teachers share the significance of its 20-year anniversary here in the Islands and commitment of making a positive difference in the lives of Hawai‘i students.
Kyler HoodOctober 28, 2026

Where to go for Thanksgiving 2026 – part 1
Thanksgiving is coming up on Thursday, Nov. 26. Whether you’re dining out or looking for an at-home feast, check out the following options:
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 28, 2026

The Faceless Woman of Wai‘alae
The drive-in theatre on Wai‘alae Avenue may be gone, but the famous faceless ghost that haunted it is not — in fact, she's been spotted across the street at the mall.
Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiOctober 28, 2026

'Priced into Paradise' returns in November
The event, which aims to connect potential homebuyers and homeowners with educational opportunities and resources, will take place Nov. 10 and 11 at Hyatt Place at Ho‘opili.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 28, 2026

Nurse, educator honored for life-saving work
The City and County of Honolulu named Oct. 20 Pamela Foster Day in honor of the head of AED Institute of America Inc., which has distributed more than 10,000 automated external defibrillators, or AED, in Hawaiʻi.
Haley LehmanOctober 28, 2026

'Wow Laulau': Frank De Lima returns to L.A. after 20 years
At De Lima’s first live show in Los Angeles in two decades, Hawai’i’s clown prince performed “Uncle Frank’s” greatest hits, cracking jokes with his trademark ethnic humor and singing fractured melodies with Hawaiian-style lyrics set to popular tunes, wearing goofy costumes poking fun at a variety of kooky characters. ICYMI: He'll be back in the Islands next month for the “Celebration of Laughs Tour” with Andy Bumatai and Augie T.
Ed RampellOctober 28, 2026

More sand coming to Ala Moana Beach Park
BLNR approves a $7.4 million project to deposit 70,000 cubic yards of ocean-dredged sand across the depleted Ala Moana shoreline.
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 28, 2026
Daily Features
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Makawao Public House has a new happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 28, 2026
Gotcha Matcha offers matcha lattes with cookie lids
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 27, 2026
Preview of Stillwell’s Bakery & Cafe’s second location
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 26, 2026
Chee Hoo Patisserie features festive Halloween treats
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 23, 2026
Danjah Dog serves up hot dogs, hamburgers with unique sauces
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 22, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Halloween, movies, and more: your guide to the weekend on Oʻahu
Katie HellandOctober 28, 2026
Opera singer Ta’u Pupu’a stars in film with Hawaiʻi premiere
Katie HellandOctober 27, 2026
When music meets ʻohana: In tune with the Lau family
Katie HellandOctober 24, 2026
Street art soon on display at Bishop Museum
Katie HellandOctober 23, 2026
Local designer Rocket Ahuna teases next fashion show inspired by UH Mānoa
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosOctober 22, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i soccer closes in on Mountain West tournament bid
Christian ShimabukuOctober 28, 2026
Opera singer Ta’u Pupu’a stars in film with Hawaiʻi premiere
Katie HellandOctober 27, 2026
Hawai‘i football breaks out of slump with dominant performance at Northern Illinois
Christian ShimabukuOctober 25, 2026
Former Hawai‘i men's volleyball standout Brett Sheward joins men's basketball program as graduate manager
Christian ShimabukuOctober 24, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball legend Kolten Wong named special advisor for UH Athletics
Christian ShimabukuOctober 23, 2026


