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Moanalua won four state titles: Who paid?
In 2012, a parent accused a Roosevelt coach of kissing a 13-year-old wrestler. The next year, Moanalua hired him and he won four state titles. ASD columnist Sterling Higa on idolatry, mandated reporting, and the trophy case nobody wants to look inside.
Sterling HigaSeptember 30, 2026
Walk, feast, and party: What to do on Oʻahu this weekend
From the Hawaiʻi Walk & Roll to Cure ALS to First Friday celebrations and Hawaiʻi Children & Youth Day, there are lots of events happening on Oʻahu this weekend.
Katie HellandSeptember 30, 2026
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
UPDATED: Woman arrested for weekend Kailua shooting
Photos and videos from the Kailua Fall Festival have helped identify alleged shooter Sunday at the Target in Kailua. On Monday, HPD also named the victim: 30-year-old Thomas Malone, the son of Michael Buntenbah, who owns the Defend Hawai‘i clothing brand. Malone had a decorated athletic career during high school, having played football, soccer and track and field at Kaiser High School.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 29, 2026
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
“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
Former wrestling coach arrested for child porn
Sean Sakaida, 44, was arrested Thursday for receiving and possessing explicit photos of one of his former wrestling students, after someone tipped off the FBI about a possible inappropriate relationship between an adult and a minor earlier this year. If convicted, Sakaida faces a minimum sentence of five years in prison, and a maximum of 20 years, along with possible fines of up to $250,000.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 29, 2026
The Kini Room is open in this redesigned Waikīkī resort
The Kini Room is the new signature restaurant at renovated Ka La‘i Waikīkī Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts. The 86-seat open-air space features a refined dining experience inspired by global culinary traditions and modern Hawaiʻi. Customer favorites so far include the lemongrass lamb shank, double rainbow roll, and Kini Kini Pie — along with the eatery’s daily sunset happy hour.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 28, 2026
HCAN rings in 30 years with fundraiser, renewed future plans
Hawaiʻi Children's Action Network turns 30 this year and recently celebrated champions for children in the community and its work to provide local keiki and families what they need to succeed in the Islands at a decades-themed fundraising gala. At the event, HCAN Executive Director John-Paul Chaisson-Cárdenas also shared the organization’s path forward into the next decade.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 28, 2026
Brown Butter Delights is a new porch bakery
Business owner Kristy Caldwell has always loved baking, and started Brown Butter Delights in 2024. Her goal was to create familiar treats, but to use brown butter to give them “something extra.”
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 28, 2026
Third Hui Kapili cohort launches
Hui Kapili began in 2024 and works to address the state's construction labor shortage and foster sustainable growth in the industry. The 11 companies selected for the third cohort represent a range of construction-related specialties across the Islands.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 28, 2026
Community Voices: Dear Mr. Paxton, pay your taxes
Paxton owns some property on Maui, according to reporting from a university affiliated news organization in Texas and Maui County property records. And the trust that manages his island home hasn’t paid his taxes.
Tom YamachikaSeptember 27, 2026
Side Street Inn’s new location is open
The eatery, known for its local comfort food and generous portions, closed its Kapahulu location in April. Side Street Inn’s new location is on Beach Walk in Waikīkī; customers can take advantage of a kamaʻāina discount and validated parking.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 27, 2026
Hawai‘i football out of sync in lifeless loss to rival Wyoming
The Rainbow Warriors lost the Paniolo Trophy with a 27-10 defeat to the Cowboys on Saturday.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 27, 2026
Filmmakers reflect on bringing Hawaiʻi to New York
The recent Pacific Island Film Festival, held in New York City, included stories filmed in Hawaiʻi, which reached audiences almost 5,000 miles from where the cameras rolled.
Katie HellandSeptember 26, 2026
$830,000 in debt forgiveness available for Hawai‘i residents after settlement
Multi-state settlement with Credit Acceptance Corp. offers Hawai‘i borrowers a piece of a $694 million pie
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 26, 2026
Hawai‘i football looks to hold on to Paniolo Trophy against Wyoming
The Rainbow Warriors and Cowboys look to vault themselves back into Mountain West Conference contention in their annual rivalry game.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 26, 2026
Punahou School senior earns Congressional Award Gold Medal
Jessica Lee, a senior at Punahou, was awarded the highest honor presented to young people by the U.S. Congress in August for her achievement in voluntary public service, personal development, physical fitness and leadership.
Haley LehmanSeptember 26, 2026