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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
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
Makawao Public House has a new happy hour
Located in Upcountry Maui, the eatery recently launched a daily happy hour menu. The menu features plates priced at $8, $10 and $12; choose from hurricane fries, tofu katsu, rib-eye sliders and single smashburgers.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 28, 2026
Hawai‘i soccer closes in on Mountain West tournament bid
Despite their current hot streak, the Rainbow Wahine still have some work to do to clinch a spot in the four-team conference tournament.
Christian ShimabukuOctober 28, 2026
Halloween, movies, and more: your guide to the weekend on Oʻahu
Halloween is creeping in. From where to eat to what to do, Aloha State Daily has compiled a list of ways to enjoy this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. In addition to Halloween fun, catch screenings at the Hawaiʻi International Film Festival or check out this new matcha spot that combines drinks with cookies.
Katie HellandOctober 28, 2026
Gotcha Matcha offers matcha lattes with cookie lids
The matcha trailer, which opened in early September, is located in Duke’s Lane in Waikīkī. The biz serves matcha and espresso lattes, and offers drinks with edible cookie lids on the weekends.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 27, 2026
Hawaiian Airlines begins construction on new Honolulu lounge
Located at the entrance to the Mauka Concourse at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu, the nearly 13,000-square-foot lounge is expected to open in the first half of 2028.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 27, 2026
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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
Yakiniku Haretoke is opening in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 21, 2026
Stripsteak, A Michael Mina Restaurant, launches new bar-exclusive experiences
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 21, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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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
What to know about HIFF 2026
Katie HellandOctober 22, 2026
Sports
View allOpera 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
Hawai‘i women's basketball displays relentless pace under new leadership
Christian ShimabukuOctober 23, 2026
Food & Dining
View allPreview 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
Yakiniku Haretoke is opening in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 21, 2026
Stripsteak, A Michael Mina Restaurant, launches new bar-exclusive experiences
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 21, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allOpera 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
What to know about HIFF 2026
Katie HellandOctober 22, 2026
Sports
View allOpera 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
Hawai‘i women's basketball displays relentless pace under new leadership
Christian ShimabukuOctober 23, 2026