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Hawaiʻi Republicans could force House floor votes. What are they for?
House Republicans are one seat from a rule that lets them force floor votes. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa on why a tactic without a goal is a chainsaw without a tree.
Sterling HigaSeptember 23, 2026
Hawai‘i Realtors Charitable Foundation offering grants to residents affected by recent hurricanes
Residents statewide can apply for grants up to $1,000 to help offset the impact of hurricanes Lala and Lowell.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 22, 2026
Joshlyn Sand retires as Honolulu Botanical Gardens director
After 36 years with the Honolulu Botanical Gardens, Sand will retire at the end of the month.
Haley LehmanSeptember 22, 2026
Former Kahuku coach Sterling Carvalho aims to lead American Samoa to historic Olympic bid
Three spots remain for American Samoa to qualify for a bid at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. A recent win proved to the team that it can beat anyone.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 22, 2026
UH to pay $500,000 in settlement over mismanaged funds
Public officials embezzled federal grant money. UH could have stopped it, the DOJ alleges.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 22, 2026
ʻFrom Samoa to Sinatra’ gives one-night-only performance in Honolulu
Matt Catingub, who previously conducted a pops series for the Honolulu Symphony Orchestra, will be back on Oʻahu this Saturday, Sept. 26, to celebrate 50 years in the industry and pay homage to his late mother and vocalist, Mavis Rivers. He will take the stage at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall, where he once recorded a live album with Rosemary Clooney.
Katie HellandSeptember 22, 2026
Sushi Sky is a new omakase with an 'entertainment sushi' experience
The new sushi restaurant, located on Kalākaua Avenue, features two dining experiences — a relaxed sushi course (without any entertainment), and a signature sushi experience, which includes music, interactive elements and special presentations. The entertainment sushi course will be offered for the restaurant’s 7:30 p.m. seating.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 21, 2026
Community Voices: A (mostly) geological history of Puna
Even when looking at recent flows while driving around the Big Island today, most don’t realize that the rocky landscape is a gift from Pele, writes longtime Volcano resident Bobby Camara. "We should not attempt to exert our will on Pele. She must be accommodated, and we are the ones who must adjust to new realities."
Bobby CamaraSeptember 21, 2026
Uncles and Aunties: Avid collectors Ilene Wong and Wayne Maeda share hobby with Hawai‘i year round
The pair launched the Wiki Wiki One Day Vintage Collectibles & Hawaiiana Show in October 2002 as a companion to their three-day Hawai‘i All-Collectors Show, which started in 1991. Learn how the shows came to be, how it has grown over time and where you can shop next.
Cheryl Chee TsutsumiSeptember 21, 2026
Blue Bird Kauaʻi reopens in Līhu‘e
After being temporarily closed due to Hurricane Lowell, Blue Bird Kauaʻi — which opened its Līhu‘e storefront last November — recently reopened its doors. The locally owned and operated business got its start as a trailer in 2023, and encourages the community to support one another.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 21, 2026
Podmore has a $20 exclusive burger combo for takeout only
The downtown Honolulu spot recently launched a burger-and-chips combo that’s available for takeout during lunch on Mondays and Tuesdays. The Rush burger is exclusive to this lunch option, according to chef Anthony Rush.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 20, 2026
TMT reportedly rejects Spanish bid to build on Canary Islands
A €1 billion proposal to build the Thirty Meter Telescope in La Palma has reportedly fallen through.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 20, 2026
Shop Macy’s Waikīkī, round up to raise money for Mālama Maunalua
There’s still time this month to help support community efforts to restore native forests and coral reefs in East Honolulu's Maunalua Bay through a new partnership.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 20, 2026
Diamond Head Market & Grill opened a gourmet shave ice stand
The stand — on the corner of Monsarrat and Campbell Avenues — goes beyond traditional shave ice. Choose from desserts inspired by the bakery’s signature creations, including lemon crunch cake and blueberry cream cheese scones.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 19, 2026
Pacific Fashion Week unites Islanders through culture and design
Pacific Fashion Week brought designers and creatives to Waikīkī at Kaimama Beach Hotel on Friday to discuss challenges in the industry, priorities for the future and what authenticity looks like in their art.
Haley LehmanSeptember 19, 2026
Gov. Ariyoshi commemorated in Capitol rotunda
The former governor's casket will remain in the Capitol until noon Saturday.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 19, 2026
American Savings Bank goes public
ASB stock is now being traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ASBH.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 19, 2026
Aloha Festivals celebrates 80 years
The festival underway consists of three events this weekend, including Hoʻolaulea, with four stages and more than 100 vendors in Waikīkī. Also coming up on Sept. 26 is the Aloha Festivals’ 78th Annual Floral Parade, where Sam Shenkus, co-chair of the Aloha Festivals board of directors, has watched some families grow up over time.
Katie HellandSeptember 19, 2026
Hawai‘i joins multi-state lawsuit against DHS over immigration
Immigration rule changes reduce availability of public benefits for immigrants.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 19, 2026
Peekaboo celebration reminds UH receiver Tama Uiliata of his daughters
After big plays, the Rainbow Warrior slot receiver pays tribute to who he plays for.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 19, 2026
"Hawaiʻi Ponoʻī" lyrics and history: The Liliʻuokalani anthem that Kalākaua replaced
For 10 years the Hawaiian Kingdom stood and sang a prayer written by the future queen. Then her brother wrote his own song. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa on the words “Hawaiʻi Ponoʻī” replaced.
Sterling HigaSeptember 19, 2026
How to steward family wealth better in Hawai‘i
A local family that has worked diligently for generations for their security may have amassed a portfolio meant to be handed down — some land, some buildings, a business. It can be quite complicated, even before you take into account the emotions and interests of everyone involved in passing it along to the next generation. There's a better way to handle it all.
Ray TsuchiyamaSeptember 18, 2026
AIA Honolulu continues to build community with Architecture Month
October is AIA Honolulu's annual Architecture Month and the organization has events planned on O‘ahu and Hawai‘i Island throughout the month.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 18, 2026
Ahi & Vegetable is giving out free mini poke bowls
The biz will be giving out free mini poke bowls at all of its locations (except downtown Honolulu) from 2 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 28, for International Poke Day. No purchase is necessary to get a free mini poke bowl. One mini free poke bowl will be available per guest, while supplies last, in-store only.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 18, 2026