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Viral seafood rice bowl spot is opening in ʻAiea
Totoya Hawaiʻi, known for its negitoro bowls, is opening in ʻAiea Shopping Center on Sunday, Feb. 15. The menu here is the same as the business’s other two locations in the Ala Moana and Kaimukī neighborhoods. Customers can now add “ikura showers” when ordering specific seafood bowls.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 14, 2026
Bill aims to boost affordable housing in Honolulu
Bill 18 aims to relax zoning limits, increase density near transit, and speed construction of affordable units across Oʻahu.
Daniel FarrFebruary 14, 2026
State proposal would end GET on groceries
House Bill 1611 would reduce state general excise tax on groceries and nonprescription drugs to 0% over the next eight years.
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 14, 2026
Kalihi author releases second book
In her new book, “Who We Are Becoming Matters: Courage, Wisdom and Aloha in the Timeplace of Collapse,” Norma Wong explores the values of aloha, kuleana and more to encourage readers in times of chaos. She shares with Aloha State Daily how her Indigenous perspective and Zen practices shape her work, what she enjoys reading, what’s next and more.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 14, 2026
Egghead Café is offering Lunar New Year specials
Starting Feb. 17, the business will be handing out lucky red envelopes to kamaʻāina who spend $25 or more. The envelopes will include coupons with prizes ranging from free entrees to discounts on the customers’ entire meal.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 13, 2026
UH testifies for increased NIL support
On Wednesday, over a dozen combined UH athletes and coaches spoke in favor of House Bill 2384, aimed at increasing NIL funds for the school's athletics department.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 13, 2026
Honolulu Zoo nominated for Best Zoo list
The zoo has also been nominated for the 10Best list of Best Zoo Memberships.
Stephanie SalmonsFebruary 13, 2026
Buy one, get one free ramen deal at this new shop
The Broth Bar Noodle House is opening Feb. 14 in Kāhala. Its grand opening festivities are Feb. 14 to 16, and customers can take advantage of a BOGO ramen deal during all three days.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 13, 2026
Stand-up comedian shares how he started Comedy U Hawaiʻi
Comedian Jose Figueras did not grow up as a class clown. In fact, he bombed his first few open mics. But he continued to hone his skills and now runs Comedy U Hawaiʻi, which provides a space for amateur comedians to test their jokes with a live audience.
Katie HellandFebruary 13, 2026
Hawai‘i ace pitcher Isaiah Magdaleno readies for his moment
Magdaleno will get the start on opening day for the Rainbow Warriors on Friday night against Gonzaga.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 13, 2026
Pearl City woman gets supervised release following threats against the president
Rebecca Folley made hundreds of Facebook posts threatening to kill Presidents Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 13, 2026
New Casamigos lounge experience in Honolulu
Located on the 37th floor of the Hilton Waikīkī Beach Resort & Spa, Casamigos House of Friends is a new lounge that’s open to both, local patrons and hotel guests. Enjoy curated Casamigos tequila cocktails, along with shareable appetizers.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 13, 2026