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Pipikaula Corner: State broke, keeps spending
Thirty-two bills have a combined total of nearly $214 million in new spending. They will be voted on this Wednesday. ASD editor A. Kam Napier pulled together this digestible overview, with commentary, so you know where your money might be going.
A. Kam NapierMay 05, 2026
Khowaja’s not-so-deep fake
Aloha State Daily columnist Sterling Higa shares lessons learned from Iqbal Khowaja, who had allegedly been presenting himself as the “CTO of the State of Hawaiʻi,” when he wasn't.
Sterling HigaMay 05, 2026
Chef Roy Yamaguchi to launch new oceanfront restaurant on Kaua‘i
Ocean House by Roy Yamaguchi is set to open next month at Outrigger Kaua‘i Beach Resort & Spa in Līhu‘e.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 04, 2026
These viral seafood bowls are now available for takeout
Totoya ʻAiea, known for its signature negitoro don, will have select seafood bowls available for takeout starting May 4. Takeout will be available during weekdays only at this location for now.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 04, 2026
This popular brunch spot has new dishes
Guieb Café — known for dishes like ube mascarpone pancakes, ube haupia French toast and prime rib loco moco — just added new dishes to its menu. New items are available at all Hawaiʻi locations; options range from strawberry red velvet waffles to Dubai waffles and a 12-ounce Korean rib-eye.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 04, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: Spring state championships abound across Islands
State champions in six different high school sports across multiple divisions will be crowned this week.
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to NCAA Final Four with thrilling victory over USC
The Rainbow Warriors outlasted the Trojans in four sets in front of a sold-out Stan Sheriff Center crowd on Saturday night.
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball to host USC in national quarterfinals
The Rainbow Warriors will face the Trojans at 4 p.m. on Saturday with a spot in the Final Four up for grabs.
Christian ShimabukuMay 02, 2026
Renovation of old Hilo Memorial Hospital underway
The Hawai‘i County Office of Housing and Community Development has been working on the renovation of the former hospital since 2022.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 02, 2026
'Paper Bag Plan' streams internationally
This independent film from Keʻalohi Lee Lucero, an executive producer who grew up in Kaʻaʻawa, written and directed by her husband, Anthony Lucero, is now streaming on four major platforms. Find out where you can watch the film and what viewers are saying.
Katie HellandMay 02, 2026
This hidden sushi spot has a revamped happy hour
Tucked away in Nimitz Business Center, TORO — known for its sushi omakase experience — recently updated its happy hour menu. New dishes include soft shell crab, fried local Hawaiian octopus, and fried mochi, served takoyaki-style.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 02, 2026
Honolulu Habitat for Humanity builds affordable homes in Waimānalo
Meet the nonprofit affiliate’s new Executive Director Melissa Bruhl, who has lived on Oʻahu for more than two decades holding various leadership roles in the private sector, along with her team comprised of staff, contractors and volunteers.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 02, 2026
Gravel shipment to Moloka‘i OK'd despite anti-beetle restrictions
A barge carrying supplies to Kalaupapa will be permitted in the summer, despite a rule preventing the transport of potential coconut rhinoceros beetle host material.
Michael BrestovanskyMay 02, 2026
Hawai‘i Pacific baseball endures road gauntlet en route to PacWest contention
After a recent road trip in which it went 7-4 in 10 days, the Sharks can clinch a spot in the four-team Pacific West Conference tournament this weekend against UH-Hilo.
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day – part 4
Dine-in and takeout options to celebrate Mom.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 01, 2026
Senate confirms Devens for chief justice
Vladimir Devens was confirmed Thursday to chief justice of the Hawai‘i Supreme Court, despite controversy.
Michael BrestovanskyMay 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball program carries on with heavy hearts following Robyn Ah Mow's resignation
Former associate head coach Kaleo Baxter was named the program's interim head coach following Ah Mow's announcement to step down on Thursday.
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
City launches program to reduce residential sewer bills
The Customer Assistance Residential Environmental Services, or CARES, program can drop users' sewer bills to zero for a few months.
Michael BrestovanskyMay 01, 2026
Applications opening for new affordable rental project in Central O‘ahu
The second phase of Koa Vista, a new two-phase development located within Castle & Cooke's Koa Ridge, has 97 one-bedroom apartment units for families with incomes at or below 80% of the area median income.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 01, 2026
Baritone Quinn Kelsey returns to stage where he started his career
The opera singer who performed as Sharpless in Giacomo Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” at The Metropolitan Opera in March, has roots in the Islands. This week, baritone Quinn Kelsey is back on stage where he started his career: Hawaiʻi Opera Theatre. Catch him in one of the lead roles of “Kamalehua: The Sheltering Tree,” which is performed in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi and English and will have its world premiere this week.
Katie HellandApril 30, 2026
Honolulu to host second 'Rebuild O‘ahu' event
The event, which aims to offer support to residents and businesses affected by recent severe storms, will be held in Lā‘ie on May 2.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 30, 2026
Everbowl is soft opening second store with free acai bowls
The acai bowl spot, which opened its first location in Kapolei about one year ago, is soft opening tonight in Pearl City. Everbowl will be giving away around 300 free acai bowls from 5 to 8 p.m. April 30 only; it will be open for its first full day on May 1.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 30, 2026
Debbie Cabebe to retire from Maui Economic Opportunity after 26 years
Aloha State Daily caught up with Cabebe, who joined the nonprofit in 2000 and took the helm nine years ago, about what she’ll miss most working alongside staff to serve its clients. Meanwhile, Executive Director Maggie Clark Batangan readies to become CEO in August.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 30, 2026
Hawai‘i women's head volleyball coach Robyn Ah Mow resigns
Ah Mow released a statement on late Wednesday afternoon to announce her decision.
Christian ShimabukuApril 30, 2026