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Hawai‘i men's volleyball makes the rounds following national championship
The Rainbow Warriors and their coaches have made a bevy of public appearances since winning the 2026 national championship match on Monday.
Christian ShimabukuMay 15, 2026

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue aims for record year
April was a record month for the Hawai‘i-based chain which has opened 13 new locations this year, including six in April alone. CEO Elisia Flores says the chain expects to open even more before 2026 ends.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 15, 2026

Honolulu to consider landfill alternatives
Honolulu City Council passes resolution forming "End Landfills Task Force"
Michael BrestovanskyMay 15, 2026

'Play with a purpose' at this kids gym in Honolulu
Owner of We Rock the Spectrum Honolulu John Ross shares the intention behind his first venture inspired by his son with autism and the families who are navigating a similar path. He describes it as "a place where every child, neurotypical or not, is genuinely celebrated."
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 15, 2026

Magdaleno magnificent again as Hawai‘i clinches Big West tournament berth
Working on short rest, UH's ace tossed his second one-hit shutout of the month, striking out 14 CSUN batters in a 4-0 win on Wednesday night with his family in attendance.
Christian ShimabukuMay 14, 2026

PizzAlba is a new pizza pop-up in Kakaʻako
PizzAlba pops up on Thursdays in the space next to Bevy in Kakaʻako. You can also find the pizza biz at the Kakaʻako and Kailua farmers markets on Saturdays and Sundays, respectively.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 14, 2026

First look at Sonic’s new Oʻahu location
Sonic Kapolei, located at 5001 Kapolei Parkway, is opening May 16. This is the brand’s first drive-in restaurant on the island and Hawaiʻi’s second Sonic location. Customers can look forward to Sonic’s signature burgers, drinks and a Hawaiʻi-exclusive menu item.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 14, 2026

Hawai‘i Realtors Charitable Foundation offering grants to residents affected by March storms
The foundation — the charitable arm of Hawai‘i Realtors — will distribute a total of $200,000 in grants to aid in storm relief.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 14, 2026

Fundraiser for farms surpasses goal
Thanks to you and an anonymous donor, we raised more than $200,000 for the Hawai‘i Farmers Union Foundation's Hawai‘i Flood Response Fund. The GoFundMe page remains open as more donations come in that will help Hawai‘i’s farmers and rural communities devastated by recent Kona Low storms.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 14, 2026
Food & Dining
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'Top Gun' and 'Top Gun: Maverick' return to theaters
Katie HellandMay 14, 2026
Kukane Street Stand is a new bake stand in Kāneʻohe
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 13, 2026
Jack Johnson, farmers markets and more: Your guide to the weekend
Katie HellandMay 13, 2026
Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya is opening in Windward Mall
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 13, 2026
Chef Jason Yamaguchi is the new consulting chef at Ki Club
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 12, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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'Top Gun' and 'Top Gun: Maverick' return to theaters
Katie HellandMay 14, 2026
Jack Johnson, farmers markets and more: Your guide to the weekend
Katie HellandMay 13, 2026
New legislation increases tax credits for Hawaiʻi productions
Katie HellandMay 09, 2026
Native Hawaiian author makes debut as novelist this month
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 08, 2026
7 things to do for Memorial Day 2026
Katie HellandMay 08, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i baseball enters final Big West series aiming to clinch spot in conference tournament
Christian ShimabukuMay 13, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball welcomed back home by loyal fans
Christian ShimabukuMay 13, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball wins national championship match over UC Irvine
Christian ShimabukuMay 12, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: HHSAA wraps up state championships
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026
Mililani breaks through to win first HHSAA baseball title
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026


