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A silent constitutional amendment for the courts

A silent constitutional amendment for the courts

One of the things you'll be asked to decide as a voter in the general election is whether or not the State Constitution should be changed to give the state Senate more time to review people nominated to be judges. ASD political historian Perry Arrasmith explains how this got on the ballot and what the change could mean for the judicial system.

Perry ArrasmithSeptember 30, 2026

This biz showcases authentic paella

This biz showcases authentic paella

Santi's Paella, which officially opened last year, is known for its paella, which is always cooked fresh on-site. Customers can find Santi’s Paella at farmers markets and events across Oʻahu.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026

San Jose State and its familiar faces return home to Hawaiʻi for UH football matchup

San Jose State and its familiar faces return home to Hawaiʻi for UH football matchup

The Spartans — who feature multiple players and coaches from the Islands including Craig Stutzmann, Ken Niumatalolo and Luke Weaver — will play a desperate Rainbow Warriors squad at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex.

Christian ShimabukuSeptember 29, 2026

Aloha Beer Co.’s Oktoberfest celebration is coming

Aloha Beer Co.’s Oktoberfest celebration is coming

The event, which is from 5 to 10 p.m. on Oct. 2 at the Kakaʻako brewery, is open to the public and free to attend. Attendees can look forward to giant steins, a seasonal Aloha Fest Bier, German-inspired dishes, dancing and more. A limited number of VIP tickets are also available for the event.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026

Hawaiian Airlines to launch Leihōkū

Hawaiian Airlines to launch Leihōkū

The Leihōkū experience will be anchored by updates to Hawaiian's Airbus A330 fleet.

Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 29, 2026

'Archives change lives': Archives Month kicks off this week

'Archives change lives': Archives Month kicks off this week

The Hawaiʻi State Archive kicks off American Archives Month on Thursday with a five-week long virtual program about Waikīkī. Aloha State Daily sat down with State Archivist Adam Jansen to learn more.

Haley LehmanSeptember 29, 2026

The Hawaiʻi GOP’s real problem isn’t its platform

The Hawaiʻi GOP’s real problem isn’t its platform

Today, a party that runs on “faith, family, freedom” has a lieutenant governor candidate who traces mankind to the kalo plant. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa on why civic renewal in Hawaiʻi starts with what we worship, and why the greatest Hawaiian statesman — Kamehameha III (Kauikeaouli) — is the proof.

Sterling HigaSeptember 29, 2026

Rainbow Drive-In is celebrating 65 years with $6.50 chili plates

Rainbow Drive-In is celebrating 65 years with $6.50 chili plates

The eatery is offered discounted chili plates on Friday, Oct. 2, all day at its Kapahulu location and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Pearlridge Center location. Customers will also have the chance to win prize giveaways and meet Rainbow Drive-In third generation owner Chris Iwamura. The business’s 65th anniversary shirts will also be for sale starting that day at its Kapahulu location and online.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026

Lumpia on menu at Consolidated Theatres

Lumpia on menu at Consolidated Theatres

“Forgotten Island," an animated film by DreamWorks about best friends, is bringing Filipino food to local movie goers at concessions across Consolidated Theatres on Oʻahu through this weekend.

Katie HellandSeptember 29, 2026

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