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2026 disasters cost the state $1 billion and counting

2026 disasters cost the state $1 billion and counting

Two hurricanes so far, two Kona Lows and an earthquake cost than $600 million in recovery funds and another $300 million for future mitigation projects.

Michael BrestovanskySeptember 24, 2026

Pritchett Cartoon: Trojan Panda

Pritchett Cartoon: Trojan Panda

And this time, we're not talking about the mayor!

John PritchettSeptember 24, 2026

Aloha Council camp on Kauaʻi damaged by Hurricane Lowell

Aloha Council camp on Kauaʻi damaged by Hurricane Lowell

Aloha Council CEO and Scout Executive Blake Parsons says Camp Alan Faye on the Garden Isle will be “closed for the foreseeable future.” Meanwhile, the nonprofit has partnered with local government agencies, businesses and community volunteers to clear debris and begin the remediation process. Here’s how folks can support recovery efforts and its broader Scouting mission.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 24, 2026

Kingdom Market Hawaiʻi launches first Christian market this Saturday

Kingdom Market Hawaiʻi launches first Christian market this Saturday

The market will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 26 in Kapolei; the event is free to attend and features more than 45 vendors. Attendees can look forward to food, live worship, kids’ activities, and interacting with a variety of local businesses.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 23, 2026

Izakaya Lala is opening in Honolulu

Izakaya Lala is opening in Honolulu

Located above Totoya on Piʻikoi Street, the new eatery features Fukuoka-style maki kushi — or grilled pork-wrapped skewers — oden, and an extensive sake selection. The restaurant’s name is inspired by the Japanese kanji for “enjoy.”

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 23, 2026

How Hawai‘i got its gas stations

How Hawai‘i got its gas stations

Strange but true — at one time, horse-drawn carriages delivered supplies of gasoline around O‘ahu, and fuel pumps were often located by the side of the road for motorists running on empty. As gas-powered cars became more common, a new kind of building emerged in the Islands — the gas station. Guess which famous waterman owned one in Waikīkī!

DeSoto BrownSeptember 23, 2026

Drums of Kāne‘ākī

Drums of Kāne‘ākī

In the back of Mākaha Valley stands Kāneʻākī Heiau, a temple built and enlarged many times by Native Hawaiians and restored in 1969. It is believed to have started out as devoted to the god Lono and agriculture, and King Kamehameha dedicated it to Kū, god of war. The heiau is difficult to access now, surrounded by the gated community of Mauna ʻOlu Estates, but residents there report that it has ways of making its presence known.

Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiSeptember 23, 2026

Vendor applications open for interim Lahaina marketplace

Vendor applications open for interim Lahaina marketplace

‘Ulu O Lele will be the first project to bring storefronts back to Lahaina's Front Street.

Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 23, 2026

OHCRA cancels 2026 Na Wahine O Ke Kai

OHCRA cancels 2026 Na Wahine O Ke Kai

The 40.8-mile women's race was set for Sunday before being called off due to a storm system approaching the Islands.

Christian ShimabukuSeptember 23, 2026

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