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Hawai‘i football begins spring practices, staying with strategy to take the field early
The Rainbow Warriors were again one of the first teams in the country to begin spring practices despite playing in a bowl game in December.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 04, 2026
Your guide to the weekend: 'Moana 2,' Kimié Miner and more
Want to listen to live music, see cherry blossoms or watch "Moana 2” in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi? Aloha State Daily has you covered with activities for the entire ‘ohana from Friday, Feb. 6, through Sunday, Feb. 8.
Katie HellandFebruary 04, 2026
Community Voices: Bringing hula to Kentucky
As an alakaʻi of Kumu Kawika Keikialiʻi Alfiche, Kaila Chung has led Hui Kaululehua in Louisville since 2022.
Megan Ulu-Lani BoyantonFebruary 04, 2026
CONGRESS WATCH: House passes funding bill to end shutdown
Congress has 10 days to agree on ICE reforms before temporary Department of Homeland Security funds run out.
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 04, 2026
Love to eat poi? This contest could be for you
There’s still time to enter this Poi Eating Contest on the Big Isle put on by Hilo-based businesses So Juicy Hawai’i and Mokuwai Piko Poi. Entrepreneur Kwai-Chang Publico shares about his latest venture and some more context around the competition. "May the best poi pounder win," he said.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 04, 2026
Café Miro Kaimukī has a new a la carte menu
The Kaimukī eatery recently changed its format to offer both, a prix fixe menu and an a la carte dining option. New a la carte dishes include a café burger, wagyu beef tartare, roasted garlic bone marrow and an indulgent soft serve dessert.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 03, 2026
UHERO report: Hawai‘i's economy one of nation's weakest
UHERO study of the state's economy highlights high cost of living, low income growth
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 03, 2026
Community Voices: Tax versus Judiciary
There are two Hawaiʻi Supreme Court cases pending that involve fights over the extent to which courts can get involved with the Department of Taxation.
Tom YamachikaFebruary 03, 2026
How to get discounted tickets for this Honolulu museum
Hawai‘i residents, active-duty service members, military dependents and veterans can visit the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, including the USS Bowfin, for $5 per ticket over President's Day weekend from Saturday, Feb. 14, to Monday, Feb. 16. Ticket pre-registration is now open.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 03, 2026
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Daily Smile: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
"Not all sunrises involve flaming skies. Clouds lit by the sun and rain falling from below another Paukaʻa sunrise."
Daily Smile: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Food & Dining
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604 Clubhouse has a new breakfast buffet
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 02, 2026
Munch ʻN Brunch opens new Waikīkī café
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 02, 2026
New café specializes in matcha and musubi
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 31, 2026
Where to eat on Super Bowl Sunday 2026
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 30, 2026
Pizza Mamo updates its interior and menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 29, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Chef from Honolulu competes in cooking show
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 02, 2026
Temuera Morrison plays Hawaiʻi governor in new film
Katie HellandJanuary 29, 2026
Nonprofit works to restore watershed in Mākaha Valley
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJanuary 29, 2026
Actress Frankie Adams reflects on new movies
Katie HellandJanuary 28, 2026
Your guide to the weekend: New Jason Momoa movie, Island music and more
Katie HellandJanuary 28, 2026
Sports
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The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH softball set to begin 2026 season
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 02, 2026
Beeman's Big Bash obliges lively crowd from start to finish
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's basketball enters Beeman's Big Bash with serious momentum
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 31, 2026
New Aloha Stadium 'a manapua away' from key agreements
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 29, 2026
Dane Fujinaka closes in on 100th win as Hawai‘i Pacific baseball head coach
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 29, 2026
Food & Dining
View all604 Clubhouse has a new breakfast buffet
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 02, 2026
Munch ʻN Brunch opens new Waikīkī café
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 02, 2026
New café specializes in matcha and musubi
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 31, 2026
Where to eat on Super Bowl Sunday 2026
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 30, 2026
Pizza Mamo updates its interior and menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 29, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allChef from Honolulu competes in cooking show
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 02, 2026
Temuera Morrison plays Hawaiʻi governor in new film
Katie HellandJanuary 29, 2026
Nonprofit works to restore watershed in Mākaha Valley
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJanuary 29, 2026
Actress Frankie Adams reflects on new movies
Katie HellandJanuary 28, 2026
Your guide to the weekend: New Jason Momoa movie, Island music and more
Katie HellandJanuary 28, 2026
Sports
View allThe week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH softball set to begin 2026 season
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 02, 2026
Beeman's Big Bash obliges lively crowd from start to finish
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's basketball enters Beeman's Big Bash with serious momentum
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 31, 2026
New Aloha Stadium 'a manapua away' from key agreements
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 29, 2026
Dane Fujinaka closes in on 100th win as Hawai‘i Pacific baseball head coach
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 29, 2026