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Outreach team provides medical, social services to homeless in Waikīkī
The joint effort includes members of the Waikīkī Business Improvement District and its Safe and Sound Waikīkī program, the Institute for Human Services, Waikīkī Health and other business partners. They walk Waikīkī every Wednesday, meeting people where they're at. This week, ASD tagged along to see their work firsthand.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 30, 2025
Celebrity competitive eater comes to Hawaiʻi this weekend
Social media celebrity Raina Huang will be participating in an eating contest at Oh My Grill McCully. The prize? $1,500 in cash.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 30, 2025
This American Idol contestant to headline at Blue Note Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi residents watched some of his performances on television as part of Season 23 of “American Idol.” Now this singer, who grew up on the North Shore of Oʻahu, is coming back for a day of concerts.
Katie HellandMay 30, 2025
Remembering Chaminade Coach Merv Lopes
Merv Lopes was already well-known in the local community from his time at Kailua and Kalāheo High Schools when he burst onto the college basketball scene like a meteor on December 23, 1982. That night, with much of the nation asleep, Lopes coached tiny Chaminade to a win over three-time Player of the Year Ralph Sampson and No. 1-ranked Virginia in what is considered the Greatest Upset in the History of College Basketball.
Jack DanilewiczMay 30, 2025
Kamehameha Schools still figuring out future of Hawai‘i Kai properties
Despite residents' concerns about hypothetical high-rises, decisions about three Haha‘ione parcels are still pending
Michael BrestovanskyMay 30, 2025
What to do on Oʻahu this weekend: Friday, May 30 - Sunday, June 1
Looking for something fun to fill the weekend? From dinosaurs in Kalihi to sunflower fields in Waimānalo, Aloha State Daily has rounded up five things you can do with family and friends.
Katie HellandMay 30, 2025
Aloha Stadium inches closer to demolition
Demolition of the current stadium is projected to begin in August and take 10 months. A demolition permit was filed on May 23.
Christian ShimabukuMay 30, 2025
Waimānalo charter school honored for innovation
Mālama Honua Public Charter School recently won top honors – and a $20,000 grant – for The Educational Innovation Award presented by national nonprofit Building Hope. School Director Denise Espania shares about the school’s immersive programs, as well as plans for a new campus.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 29, 2025
This French bulldog just had his movie premiere in “Lilo & Stitch”
This Hawaiʻi-Kai based pup inspired Stitch, the blue alien in “Lilo & Stitch,” to catch some waves. He learned the sport for the movie but had previous experience with skateboards and stand-up paddle boards.
Katie HellandMay 29, 2025
Kahuku bakery offers a variety of housemade desserts from local businesses
The Marketplace at Kahuku Sugar Mill is now Seven Brothers Mom’s Bakery
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 29, 2025
There’s a new, hidden teppanyaki omakase in Honolulu
Wabisabi offers a private dining experience within Honolulu Park Place.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 29, 2025
Hā‘ena home once owned by Julia Roberts hits the market
Limahuli Ocean Estate sits on 8.29 acres at "the end of the road" in Hā‘ena, on Kaua‘i's North Shore.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 29, 2025
This “Lilo & Stitch” movie star barks!
The cast for Disney’s live action “Lilo & Stitch,” which launched, Friday, May 23, includes dogs, chickens and goats. Meet Hauʻula-based Sue Chipperton, the North Shore animal trainer who got them camera ready.
Katie HellandMay 29, 2025
Green names successor to Gene Ward
Joe Gedeon will serve out the remainder of the late Gene Ward's term.
Michael BrestovanskyMay 29, 2025
Hawai‘i well represented in NCAA Division I softball and baseball tournaments
A bevy of players with ties to the state will be competing across the country this weekend.
Christian ShimabukuMay 29, 2025
Neighborhood Board election results are in
There were 14,031 votes cast in the election, which began in April and ended earlier this month.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 29, 2025
This Korea-based convenience store is opening in Hawaiʻi this fall
Asia’s large convenience store chain’s flagship store will be in Downtown Honolulu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 28, 2025
You can now get this original garlic butter shrimp in Honolulu
Fumi’s Kahuku Shrimp celebrated its grand opening at Ala Moana Center
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 28, 2025
Kapolei’s newest acai bowl spot is grand opening May 31
OAKBERRY ACAI launched its first Hawaiʻi location
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 28, 2025
Smoke and Whispers at the State Capitol
Something more than the memory of thousands of failed bills haunts the State Capitol, possibly including a gubernatorial ghost.
Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiMay 28, 2025
Kīlauea eruption, long weekend leads to big crowds and traffic jams
The most recent episode of the ongoing eruption drew thousands of visitors to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park over the weekend.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 28, 2025
Salvation Army’s Sam LeMar shares updates and plans for growth for Hilo shelter
Leadership of The Salvation Army Hilo Temple Corps says since its opening last September, the Hilo Overnight Safe Space “is doing well.” Looking ahead, the organization aims to expand bed and staff capacity, along with its services.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 28, 2025
Green signs green fee
Transient accommodation tax hike will pay for climate change mitigation measures
Michael BrestovanskyMay 28, 2025
Mid-Pacific Institute breaks ground on first-ever $7.5 million track and field facility
Bolstered by a $1.5 million donation, Mid-Pacific's new track and field facility is expected to be completed in 10 months.
Christian ShimabukuMay 28, 2025