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Spam Jam, ʻEwa Fest and more: Your guide to this weekend on Oʻahu
Ready to make plans for the weekend? Aloha State Daily has you covered. From Spam Jam to ʻEwa Fest, there are plenty of family friendly events happening on Oʻahu this weekend.
Katie HellandApril 21, 2026
Pipikaula Corner: DMV déjà vu
Have you heard about the long waits to renew your Hawai‘i drivers license? Does this all feel strangely familiar? Yes, it's been eight years since the Great Renewal Logjam and all those licenses are expiring at the same time. Editor A. Kam Napier has thoughts on all that plus an update on the promised online renewals.
A. Kam NapierApril 21, 2026
Community Voices: When good bills go bad
Several of the Grassroot Institute of Hawaiʻi’s priority measures still in play aim to make a dent in Hawaiʻi’s housing crisis.
Keliʻi AkinaApril 21, 2026
Community Voices: Hawaiʻi Women Lawyers opens doors for generations
The organization was started in 1976 by attorney Rai Saint Chu.
Richard TurbinApril 21, 2026
Amy Hānaialiʻi and more to star in benefit concert
Amy Hānaialiʻi spoke with Aloha State Daily about Hawaiian Council’s Aloha in Action Benefit Concert, which will raise funds for those impacted by the recent Kona Low storms. A limited number of tickets are still available for the nine-act concert which will feature Jason Momoa's band Öof Tatatá, alongside internationally recognized artist Jack Johnson, as well as Kolohe Kai, The Green, Kimié Miner and more.
Katie HellandApril 21, 2026
Sylvia Luke not running for reelection
Lieutenant governor seat up for grabs in upcoming election.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 21, 2026
More ways to help with storm recovery
Looking to give back to organizations continuing to aid those impacted by severe floods last month? Here are some ideas of how to help farmers, teachers and other members of the community.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 21, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH softball hosts final set of home games
The Rainbow Wahine are currently tied for third in the Big West standings.
Christian ShimabukuApril 21, 2026
New taiyaki spot in Honolulu
Boba Bing! is one of the newest vendors inside Midtown Eats food hall. The business specializes in boba, bingsu and waffle desserts. Its version of taiyaki — a Japanese fish-shaped pastry — features a selection of sweet and savory fillings.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 20, 2026
Community Voices: Where’s your second tax return — part 2
Tax Foundation of Hawaiʻi details its latest win at the Legislature — submitting a redraft for HB2429 in testimony that would have forced residents to file a second, publicly available, tax return. Conference Committee meetings now begin.
Tom YamachikaApril 20, 2026
Former governor George Ariyoshi dead at 100
Flags to fly at half-staff in commemoration of the nation's first Asian-American elected governor.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 20, 2026
Da Burger Wing Hub opens second location in Kapolei
The eatery, whose original location is in Wahiawā, just opened at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Oʻahu Kapolei. Its menu is mostly the same, with the addition of a few new appetizers. The eatery will be launching its weekend brunch menu soon.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 20, 2026
Vladimir Kubr shines in his senior moment
The UH men's volleyball team's lone senior got his first Division I start on Saturday night and electrified the home crowd in the team's regular season finale, a four-set victory over CSUN.
Christian ShimabukuApril 19, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball clinches Big West regular season title
The Rainbow Warriors will be the top seed in next week's conference tournament in Irvine, Calif.
Christian ShimabukuApril 18, 2026
Ask them, don't study them
Political commentator Neal Milner is alarmed that teenagers find new value in mothers staying home to take care of the family. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa has a rebuttal.
Sterling HigaApril 18, 2026
Bishop Museum opens exhibit honoring artists of the Kanakaʻole and Zane ʻohana
A new exhibit at the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum features the work of the late Nālani Kanakaʻole, as well as that of her husband, Sig Zane, and their son, Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane. The exhibit, called "Ea Mai ʻEiwa: Patterns of Practice," opens on Saturday, April 18.
Katie HellandApril 18, 2026
Neale Asato talks James Beard nomination, inspiration for Asato Family Shop
Asato was recently named a nominee for the 2026 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards in the outstanding pastry chef or baker category.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 18, 2026
State comes closer to takeover of Wahiawā Dam
The state Agribusiness Development Corp. authorized negotiations with the owners of the Wahiawā Dam to transfer it to state control.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 18, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day 2026 – part 2
From prix fixe menus and specials to limited-time desserts, we’ve got your Mother’s Day plans covered.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 18, 2026
Waialua family raises funds for home pottery studio
The Pearce ʻohana evacuated their home along Waialua Beach Road in waist-high water during a Kona Low storm last month. Now, they are waiting out the rain before rebuilding, which includes securing new permits for a lifted second dwelling. In the meantime, they’ve started purchasing items to revive their home pottery studio with monies raised from GoFundMe.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 17, 2026
How a poem inspired a career for Hawaiʻi Poet Laureate
Lee Tonouchi, known as Da Pidgin Guerilla, wants to reach local residents who might not see themselves as writers. On Friday, he speaks at the Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Art at the Capitol. In April, the playwright and poet aims to help kamaʻāina celebrate National Poetry Month.
Katie HellandApril 17, 2026
CONGRESS WATCH: Faster disaster funds for farmers
A bill that would help Hawai‘i farmers get disaster recovery funds more quickly is moving through Congress.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 17, 2026
Tonkatsu Tamafuji is now open in an expanded space
The popular tonkatsu spot just opened on the first floor of Hee Hing Plaza (downstairs from its former location). The new space features 1.5 times the amount of seating, with both counter and table seating available. Tonkatsu Tamafuji is only accepting walk-ins for the month of April.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 17, 2026
New updates unveiled at Pagoda Hotel
Originally built for and still aiming to cater to kama‘āina guests, the hotel has recently unveiled a new, property-wide refresh.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 17, 2026