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David Shapiro hits a triple bogey
A freshman legislator is handed a budget the size of a phone book and told to master it. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa on why the cure for corruption is shrinking the prize, not rewriting the rules.
Sterling HigaAugust 04, 2026
‘Past, present and future’: Hawaiian Council’s Native Hawaiian Convention and keiki hula competition focused on next generation of ʻŌiwi leaders
Aloha State Daily recently attended the Native Hawaiian Convention hosted by Hawaiian Council on Oʻahu. The organization’s CEO Kūhio Lewis shares highlights from the events, which this year included new technology and opportunities for keiki to gain confidence by showcasing dance and selling their locally made products.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 03, 2026
Toyota recalls certain airbag parts used as replacements in some Tundra, Tacoma models
About 4,100 service parts are involved in the U.S. recall, the company said.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 03, 2026
The Kiwi Korner offers authentic meat pies
Mac and Angie Schwenke — who are from New Zealand — starting selling meat pies for extra income during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021. Now, five years later, their Kiwi Koner business has two locations and features meat pies in flavors like pepper steak, steak and cheese, chicken curry and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 03, 2026
Budget Bites: Zippy’s $10.99 plates
The business is offering $10.99 spaghetti and chicken mixed plates as an August special. This discounted price is available for takeout orders from Aug. 3 to 30; plates are limited to five per person.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 03, 2026
Kam Bowl is open in Pearl City
The eatery is now open in Times Square Shopping Center, in the former space of IHOP. Customers can look forward to signature dishes like oxtail soup, loco moco, hamburger steak and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 02, 2026
Nānākuli High and Intermediate School to get police School Resource Officers
Nearly three years ago, Kaui Asinsin started advocating for the creation of a School Resource Officer program in Nānākuli. The Hawaiʻi Department of Education and Honolulu Police Department announced the expansion of the pilot program to include Nānākuli High and Intermediate School on Friday morning.
Haley LehmanAugust 01, 2026
Hawai‘i men's basketball set for Australia foreign tour
The Rainbow Warriors will be in Sydney from Aug. 6-13 and will play scrimmages against a pair of professional teams.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 01, 2026
Exclusive video: North Shore brothers talk about ʻAmerica’s Got Talent’
Nyjah Music & Zyah Rhythm, the North Shore brothers who are also the nephews of Bruno Mars are back on “America’s Got Talent.” Catch them singing for Simon Cowell at his house in an episode that airs Tuesday, Aug. 4. They also unpack their latest single “Heartbeat,” which was inspired by their grandmother, and the cheehoo that calmed their nerves during auditions.
Katie HellandAugust 01, 2026
Green makes appointments to Hawaiian Homes, Campaign Spending, Ethics commissions
Among the appointees, Green reappointed Kali Watson as chair of the Hawaiian Homes Commission.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 01, 2026
Community Voices: Giving Kūpeke Back to Itself
Located on the east end of Molokai, the ahupuaʻa of Kūpeke includes about 300 acres, from the top of the mountain to the shoreline and out to the fishpond wall. Laʻa Poepoe’s stewardship of Kūpeke is the confluence of his Molokai lineage, aloha for his community, a passion to mālama ʻāina, an unshakable work ethic, and his foresight.
Puanani Fernandez-Akamine & Hannah Kaʻiulani CoburnJuly 31, 2026
Q&A with Bishop Museum CEO Kris Helgen
This mammal-discovering scientist is now the president and CEO of Bishop Museum. Helgen shares some of the biggest challenges and accomplishments of the past year, which is his first 12 months in the role.
Katie HellandJuly 31, 2026
The 22nd annual Korean Festival is coming Aug. 8
The event is free to attend, and will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, at Kapiʻolani Park. Attendees can look forward to Korean food, cultural experiences, family-friendly activities and live performances.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 31, 2026
Budget Bites: Yujin K-Bowl’s $6 bowls
The Waipahu business offers Korean-style bowls for takeout only. Bowls include a choice of protein, rice, corn and japchae.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 31, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball gears up for first season of Joshua Walker era
Led by their new head coach, the Rainbow Wahine held their first preseason practice on Thursday afternoon.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 31, 2026
UPDATED: Spectrum, Charter Communications lay off several local employees
Spectrum’s local news division has recently laid off all of its journalists, per an employee, in addition to fewer than 10 employees at the Spectrum Store near Mililani Tech Park and neighboring corporate call center facility, officials with the company recently told Aloha State Daily.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJuly 31, 2026
'Slow down': New school year brings new speeds in school zones
The Department of Transportation Services is updating traffic signs across Oʻahu to reflect speed limits of 20 miles per hour in school zones from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on school days.
Haley LehmanJuly 31, 2026
Hawaiʻi officials accused of bribery plead not guilty
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, former Rep. Ryan Yamane, lobbyist Tobi Solidum, former chair of the state Public Utilities Commission Leodoloff Asuncion Jr., and Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation Airports Administrator Ford Fuchigami pleaded not guilty to corruption charges Thursday morning.
Haley LehmanJuly 31, 2026
Smith & Kings is revamping its brunch menu
The Chinatown eatery’s brunch is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Customers can look forward to new dishes like Monte Cristo, peanut butter and jelly French toast, eggs Florentine and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 31, 2026
Chubbies Burgers is opening in Kakaʻako
“The rumors are true,” the business posted on its Instagram. No specific date or address — other than SALT Kakaʻako — is revealed for the business.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 31, 2026
Kale’s Hale is launching a limited-time wagyu special
The Kalihi-based eatery is known for its all-you-can-eat Hawaiian fusion yakiniku experience. For all of August, Kale’s Hale will offer a wagyu add-on for $5 per ounce. Customers who purchase an AYCE meal can take advantage of this discount from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays to Fridays.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 30, 2026
Aloha State Daily named 'Best Overall News Site'
The Hawai‘i Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists held its annual awards Wednesday night. For our work throughout 2025 — our first year —Aloha State Daily won 14 awards, including best online news site.
A. Kam NapierJuly 30, 2026
Honolulu's restaurant corner
With its high traffic and visibility, the corner of Kapi‘olani Boulevard and Kalākaua Avenue has attracted a series of legendary eateries over the decades. ASD history columnist DeSoto Brown revisits them all — Kau Kau Korner, Coco's, Hard Rock Café (much of the latter's building now serving as the home of Chick-fil-A's only sit-down restaurant).
DeSoto BrownJuly 30, 2026
Second phase of Central O‘ahu affordable rentals are now open
A blessing ceremony was held this week for Koa Vista II, the second phase of a new two-phase development located within Koa Ridge.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 30, 2026