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Top cops: The last Mainland HPD chief?
Dave Lazar, candidate for Honolulu's police chief, promises strong leadership, technological improvements and no deals with ICE.
Michael BrestovanskyMay 19, 2026
Boys and Girls Club of Hawaiʻi’s annual fundraiser kicks off
Since 2017, Great Futures Day has aimed to raise awareness and funds for the nonprofit, which is celebrating 50 years of serving youth in the Islands. Throughout the dubbed the “Week of Aloha,” which runs from May 18 to 22, donors can double their impact thanks to various partners.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 19, 2026
Exhibit on Robert Cazimero extends through next week
A special exhibit honoring the work of legendary musician and Kumu Hula Robert Cazimero has been extended due to popular demand. Catch it at Gallery ‘Iolani at Windward Community College.
Katie HellandMay 19, 2026
Affordable housing development opens in Makiki
Makiki Banyan is the fifth project from Lam Capital developed under the City and County of Honolulu's Bill 7 program.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 19, 2026
Ben Sasse is dying in public
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska is talking about big ideas everywhere he can as pancreatic cancer takes his life. Hawai‘i's politicians could learn from what he has to say about government doing fewer things well, says ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa.
Sterling HigaMay 19, 2026
Ry’s Poke Shack opens in Honolulu
The Kahuku-based biz opened its second location on Oʻahu this past weekend. The Honolulu location is located in the Ala Moana neighborhood next to Jugo Life, and features specialty collaboration poke flavors.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 19, 2026
Community Voices: Keep following the yellow brick road
A look at more Hawaiʻi tax bills on their way to Gov. Green’s desk.
Tom YamachikaMay 18, 2026
Jarod Hester now oversees Oʻahu’s Polynesian Cultural Center
Earlier this month, Hester succeeded P. Alfred Grace as president and CEO of the cultural attraction in Lāʻie and in his role plans to prioritize people — workforce, guests and community members. Hester, who previously served as PCC's chief operating officer and chief financial officer, is originally from New Zealand and shares what initially drew his family to Hawaiʻi nearly 13 years ago, pleasant surprises in the role so far, and his vision to continue to enhance experiences at PCC.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 18, 2026
Community Voices: More housing reforms for Hawaiʻi
If the governor approves these particular measures, 2026 will go down as yet another year in which the Legislature made significant progress toward resolving Hawaiʻi’s housing crisis.
Keliʻi AkinaMay 18, 2026
This acai bowl shop has a new location in Kāneʻohe
HI Cravings Windward opened a storefront in Kāneʻohe last March. It recently relocated to Windward City Shopping Center earlier this month, and now features extended hours.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 18, 2026
Moanalua wins 2026 HHSAA Division I girls flag football championship
Na Menehune staged a late, dramatic comeback to win its first state title in girls flag football.
Christian ShimabukuMay 17, 2026
Makana Wade coaches Le Jardin to first state title in boys volleyball
Makana Wade, the son of UH men's volleyball head coach Charlie Wade, led the Bulldogs to the HHSAA title in his first season at the helm.
Christian ShimabukuMay 17, 2026
Green signs anti-corporate spending bill
Senate Bill 2471, now Act 11, aims to limit corporate influence on Hawai‘i's elections
Michael BrestovanskyMay 16, 2026
'Groundbreaking' film combines Chile, Hawaiʻi and hula
The short film “Pilina” combines cultural influences from Chile and Hawaiʻi with a common language: dance. Chilean American Filmmaker Carolina Espiro and Mānoa-based Producer Jana Park spoke with Aloha State Daily about the production, which will debut in early 2027.
Katie HellandMay 16, 2026
Top cops: HPD chief candidate Mike Lambert wants to improve officer morale
Department of Law Enforcement director Mike Lambert believes fixing officer retention is the key to improving Honolulu's police
Michael BrestovanskyMay 16, 2026
For sale: Tantalus home made for an architect
The 2,798-square-foot house is located on a 1-acre rim lot at 228 Forest Ridge Way.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 16, 2026
Festa Italiana 2026 is coming this June
The ticketed Passaporto Italiano VIP experience is June 5, while the street festival — which is free to attend — is June 6. The festival highlights a selection of authentic Italian and Italian-American restaurants and chefs from both Italy and Hawaiʻi.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 15, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball standout Kristian Titriyski to turn pro early
Titriyski is forgoing his final two seasons of collegiate eligibility to turn pro in his native Bulgaria.
Christian ShimabukuMay 15, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball makes the rounds following national championship
The Rainbow Warriors and their coaches have made a bevy of public appearances since winning the 2026 national championship match on Monday.
Christian ShimabukuMay 15, 2026
UHERO warns higher prices to come as Iran war continues
UHERO's second quarterly forecast significantly less rosy than the first after Strait of Hormuz closure.
Michael BrestovanskyMay 15, 2026
And the Nā Hōkū Hanohano finalists are…
The Hawaiʻi Academy of Recording Arts has released the list of finalists for its prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards. Nominees were selected for each of almost 30 categories. Awards include Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, and more.
Katie HellandMay 15, 2026
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue aims for record year
April was a record month for the Hawai‘i-based chain which has opened 13 new locations this year, including six in April alone. CEO Elisia Flores says the chain expects to open even more before 2026 ends.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 15, 2026
Mākaha waterman receives lifetime achievement award
Brian Keaulana got his start in the movie industry as a stuntman. Recently, the waterman was a producer for Apple TV’s “Chief of War,” which stars his cousin, Jason Momoa, and Fox’s “Rescue: HI-Surf.” Keaulana reflects on the ocean, plus opportunities for youth to grow into careers in the film industry, where he has worked for more than three decades.
Katie HellandMay 15, 2026
Honolulu to consider landfill alternatives
Honolulu City Council passes resolution forming "End Landfills Task Force"
Michael BrestovanskyMay 15, 2026