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State, federal funding sought for Lala recovery
Gov. Green promised "significant appropriations" for road repairs in Ka‘u this year.
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 18, 2026
Hurricane Lala's impacts to Hawai‘i businesses
Island businesses are evaluating the damage after the hurricane brought heavy rain, winds and destruction to the Islands over the weekend.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 18, 2026
Hawai‘i State Senior Tournament celebrates 50th anniversary
Teams from multiple Islands and age groups competed in the tournament, which took place earlier in the month.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 18, 2026
Taimane drops new music
The Maui Music & Food Experience returns for its third year this weekend with Oʻahu-based ʻukulele virtuoso Taimane as one of its headliners. The singer and songwriter will release her new album, "Li’ulā," the day she performs.
Katie HellandAugust 18, 2026
Hawai'i Community Foundation leaders talk Stronger Hawaiʻi Fund, Maui Strong Fund, and more
Keanu Lau Hee, vice president of community resilience and strategic implementation, shares HCF’s approach to investing in communities across the state to meet the greatest needs. HCF CEO and President Terry George reflects on his first year at the helm of the organization and what he’s prioritizing now to make the most impact.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 18, 2026
Community Voices: Returning to Mākua
While visiting cemeteries is a common tradition in many cultures to honor loved ones, Aunty Muriel “Puni” Ioane cannot access the graves of her own ancestors whose ties to Mākua span generations.
Hannah Kaʻiulani CoburnAugust 18, 2026
Almond Tree is ‘meant to be shared’
The first-time Made in Hawaiʻi Festival vendor hopes to share its values of family, gratitude and aloha through its toffee, according to business founder Joanne Young. Almond Tree will also be debuting a new exclusive product — graham cracker matcha toffee — at this year’s festival.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 17, 2026
Environmental groups file lawsuit against Interior Secretary, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Seven environmental groups filed a lawsuit against Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service alleging that the new Critical Habitat Exclusion Rule prioritizes economic development over environmental protections. The Interior Department wrote that they stand by the regulation.
Haley LehmanAugust 17, 2026
Kawaihau Little League defeated in West Region championship game
Despite a valiant effort, the little leaguers from the Garden Isle fell to Southern California 11-3 on Friday afternoon.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 15, 2026
BLNR rejects East Maui water auction decision
Controversial proposal to auction East Maui water rights for 30 years rejected pending legal challenge.
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 15, 2026
Darryl Oliveira tapped as acting administrator of Hawai‘i County Civil Defense
He will lead the emergency management agency while the county hires a permanent replacement for Talmadge Magno, who retired from the role on Aug. 1.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 15, 2026
Hawai‘i Sports Hall of Fame inducts 2026 class
A quartet of Island sporting legends were commemorated recently at Honolulu Country Club.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 15, 2026
Kani Ka Pila Grille announces finalists for talent search
Looking to catch some Hawaiian music at the Made in Hawaiʻi Festival? Stop by the Main Stage on Saturday, Aug. 22, to see the finalists for the 19th annual Kani Ka Pila Grille Talent Search. The winner of the contest gets a paid performance contract at Kani Ka Pila Grille, which is part of Outrigger Reef Waikīkī Beach Resort.
Katie HellandAugust 15, 2026
Maui oceanfront estate is on the market for $45M
The offering includes two adjacent oceanfront residences that span more than 7,500 square feet of living space on a little more than 1.2 acres.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 15, 2026
Made in Hawaiʻi Festival to feature Mākia Market for the first time
Founder Taylor Yuen is a college senior and local entrepreneur who remembers helping at her dad’s booth at MIHF at a young age. This month, her business will participate in the festival, showcasing Hawaiʻi-based student makers — what she describes as a “full circle moment.”
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 15, 2026
Lala alters weekend sports schedule across Islands
A bevy of sporting events in the state have been either canceled or altered in anticipation of this weekend's inclement weather.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 15, 2026
City to host community outreach event in Makiki
Residents can provide feedback on traffic safety improvements at 6:30 p.m. this Tuesday, Aug. 18, at Makiki District Park to The City and Council of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services and Honolulu Complete Streets.
Haley LehmanAugust 15, 2026
Aloha Manapua is open in Waimalu Shopping Center
This is the business’s third and newest location; it’s celebrating its grand opening Aug. 15. Customers can enjoy its signature manapua, along with dim sum and plate lunches. The business is featuring a 10% discount for the rest of the month.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 15, 2026
Shawarma Break features a permanent buy one, get one free deal
The business, which started doing pop-ups in late 2024, is a first-time vendor at Made in Hawaiʻi Festival. Shawarma Break’s tagline is “The Home for Sharing,” according to business owner Giezel Alimboyoguen, who explains the meaning behind its BOGO menu items.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 14, 2026
Play pickleball in Downtown Honolulu to rally for a good cause
Stay out of the kitchen and paddle on at Northwestern Mutual Hawaiʻi’s charity pickleball tournament scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26. All proceeds will benefit Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children’s new Martha B. Smith Cancer & Infusion Center, slated to open next year. Individual tickets start at $100 per person, and include round-robin play, lunch and more.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 14, 2026
Hawaiʻi’s next billion-dollar industry is not tourism — it is capital stewardship
Everyday people in Hawai‘i are, collectively, sitting on a vast source of wealth, mainly real estate. As Guild Consulting's real estate and finance expert Ray Tsuchiyama explains, the Islands' next big challenge — and opportunity — could be putting this wealth to work at the neighborhood level for positive change.
Ray TsuchiyamaAugust 14, 2026
‘Ewa Beach family offering $5,000 reward for tips about burglar
A burglar made off with more than $135,000 in jewelry from a house last weekend. The owners are offering a reward for tips that lead to an arrest.
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 14, 2026
Zippy's newest collaboration creates collection for humans and pets
The collab between the restaurant chain and local brand Coopmonsters includes hair claw clips and pet gear that commemorate Zippy's 60th and Coopmonster's 10th anniversaries.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 14, 2026
Exit interview with Mid-Pacific Institute’s president
Mid-Pac’s outgoing president Paul Turnbull, who will have served in the role for 14 years come his departure next summer, reflects on his education career, the school’s new campus improvements, and what students and staff can expect this school year.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 14, 2026