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Woman charged in Kailua shooting turned in by father
Hilinakailimakualopali Keeno faces a $1 million bail for a second-degree murder charge.
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 02, 2026

Nearly a year into the role, Hawaiian Airlines CEO talks challenges, changes
The 11 months since Diana Birkett Rakow has taken the helm of Hawaiian Airlines has been full of change for the carrier.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 02, 2026

CU Hawaiʻi opens new store by UH Mānoa
The new store — on the corner of University Avenue and Dole Street — is the brand’s fifth location in Hawaiʻi. The University store is CU Hawaiʻi’s second-largest location; to celebrate its opening, customers can look forward to free onigiri, sandwiches and product giveaways from Oct. 1 to 7.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 01, 2026

Travel restrictions eased for man accused of throwing rock at monk seal
Igor Lytvynchuk can travel throughout Washington state again, although is still barred from Hawai‘i save for court business.
Michael BrestovanskyOctober 01, 2026

Oʻahu has a new ‘Coffee Girl’
The cafe with roots in Hilo — known for its coffee, matcha and aesthetic decor — just opened its first Honolulu location on Keʻeaumoku Street at Azure Ala Moana. Its grand opening is this Saturday at 8 a.m.; customers can look forward to specialty lattes like chocolate haupia pie, banana bread and white chocolate strawberry.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 01, 2026

Community Voices: OHA documentary examines history, asks about future of military-leased lands
Learn more about "the history of U.S. military use of Hawaiʻi’s public trust lands and the consequential decisions approaching as longstanding military leases begin to expire," from The Office of Hawaiian Affairs. The premiere of the organization's documentary "Held in Trust: The Future of Hawaiʻi’s Public Lands Beyond Military Leases," will air at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 8 across television stations statewide, as well as via live stream on its site.
Bill BrennanOctober 01, 2026

Hamada: Tourism on the rocks
We said we wanted fewer visitors and our wish was granted — and now revenue is dropping. Where do we go from here?
Rick HamadaOctober 01, 2026

Global golf star Lydia Ko looks to reach new milestone in Hawai‘i
Ko, the 2021 Lotte champion, looks to replicate her success from five years ago at Hoakalei Country Club and has a chance to make some history in the process.
Christian ShimabukuOctober 01, 2026

City compost program grows islandwide
Thousands of Oʻahu residents can now put food waste in their green compost carts, thanks to The City and County of Honolulu's expanded its GROW program.
Haley LehmanOctober 01, 2026
Food & Dining
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Maui Frozen features affordable, chilled treats
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 01, 2026
Nori Bar has a new 'rollmakase' experience for a limited time
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 30, 2026
Walk, feast, and party: What to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Katie HellandSeptember 30, 2026
This biz showcases authentic paella
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026
Aloha Beer Co.’s Oktoberfest celebration is coming
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Lego bricks inspire sky-high imagination on display at Bishop Museum
Katie HellandOctober 01, 2026
Walk, feast, and party: What to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Katie HellandSeptember 30, 2026
Aloha Beer Co.’s Oktoberfest celebration is coming
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026
Lumpia on menu at Consolidated Theatres
Katie HellandSeptember 29, 2026
Filmmakers reflect on bringing Hawaiʻi to New York
Katie HellandSeptember 26, 2026
Sports
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San Jose State and its familiar faces return home to Hawaiʻi for UH football matchup
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 29, 2026
Former wrestling coach arrested for child porn
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 29, 2026
Hawai‘i football out of sync in lifeless loss to rival Wyoming
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 27, 2026
Hawai‘i football looks to hold on to Paniolo Trophy against Wyoming
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 26, 2026
Preseason practices underway for Hawai‘i women's basketball under new head coach
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 25, 2026


