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Bakudan's Poke is now open in Kalihi
The business, which used to be in Mapunapua, is known for its poke flavors and Bakubombs, which are cone sushi stuffed with a torched crab filling or poke. Bakudan's Poke has teamed up with Laʻakea Fish Company and operates out of the business’s store in Kalihi.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 12, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball continues to take on the best amidst scheduling pivot
The Rainbow Warriors will travel to No. 18 Stanford before taking on a longtime rival at the end of the month thanks to a new scheduling change.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 11, 2026
Lil T Cup Café is now open in ‘Aiea
The new café is celebrating its grand opening this Saturday, Feb. 14. The community is invited to check out the café for free samples and prizes.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 11, 2026
Where Hawai‘i ranked for shark attacks in 2025
Shark attacks were recorded in eight states last year.
ASD StaffFebruary 11, 2026
Echoes of The Willows
Generations of kama‘āina have warm memories of The Willows restaurant in Mō‘ili‘ili. Here's the real history of the location, and the reasons why people who worked there heard singing when no one was present and saw the footprints of ghostly children.
Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiFebruary 11, 2026
Hamada: Super Bowl shenanigans
The selection of Bad Bunny seemed calculated to provoke more than entertain. Why can't entertainment just be ... entertaining?
Rick HamadaFebruary 11, 2026
Glenn Mason to receive Medal of Honor for work in architecture
Mason, who is known for his historic preservation work, is just the 12th person to receive this award.
Stephanie SalmonsFebruary 11, 2026
UH's underwater fiber network still aiming for 2026 completion
The Hawaiian Islands Fiber Link project would connect the six main islands via fiber optic cable thanks to millions in federal funds.
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 11, 2026
There’s still time to enter the National Civics Bee Hawaiʻi
Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi is hosting its second annual civics competition for intermediate students. To enter, students must first write an essay exploring a community issue of interest while offering a thoughtful solution. Last year, topics ranged from strengthening elderly care services to increasing access to swim education in the state, and more. The deadline to submit for 2026 has been extended to Tuesday, Feb. 17.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 11, 2026
Sean Yamaguchi isn't done living out his baseball dreams
Yamaguchi, the former Honolulu Little League star, is on the verge of starting his professional career, where he hopes to live out a goal of making the Major Leagues.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 10, 2026
Community Voices: Idle Land and Natural Resources funds
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources has racked up some unencumbered balances from its State Parks Special Fund, the Special Land and Development Fund, the Turtle Bay Conservation Easement Special Fund, and more.
Tom YamachikaFebruary 10, 2026
Community Voices: The kind of playbook Hawaiʻi lawmakers need
State and county lawmakers have started taking small steps to lift some of the many regulations that have stifled homebuilding in Hawaiʻi, but bold action is needed to pare back decades of bad policy.
Keliʻi AkinaFebruary 10, 2026
New Adult Happy Meals available in Honolulu
Located within the AC Hotel Honolulu, The Dotted Line’s new Adult Happy Meals are available from 1 to 6 p.m. Mondays to Fridays. They cost $25 and include an entrée of your choice, fries, a cocktail and candy bar.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 10, 2026
What to do on O’ahu this weekend: Lunar New Year celebrations, Valentine’s Day and more
Ready for the long weekend? From reduced-cost entry to the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum to free performances by musicians of the Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra, here are some of the events happening across O’ahu this weekend. Aloha State Daily also shares guides for Valentine’s Day and Lunar New Year.
Katie HellandFebruary 10, 2026
Letter to the Editor: Remembering Bob Krauss
Krauss had influence on Hawaiʻi politics, culture and more, including family.
Letters to the EditorFebruary 10, 2026
Pacific Whale Foundation on its work, humpback whale season, more
Founded by Greg Kaufman in 1980 “to protect a declining humpback whale population from global threats,” the nonprofit owns PacWhale Eco-Adventures, whose profits support the Pacific Whale Foundation’s work.
Stephanie SalmonsFebruary 10, 2026
What to do for Lunar New Year on Oʻahu: parades, lion dances, and more
Across Oʻahu, residents are preparing to usher in the year of the fire horse, which starts Tuesday, Feb. 17. Events in the next few weeks include parades, lion dances and opportunities to set intentions for the new year.
Katie HellandFebruary 10, 2026
Coffee growers urge lawmakers to reinstate pest control subsidies
State program that reimbursed farmers for pesticides lapsed last year. Farmers want it back.
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 10, 2026
Community Voices: Maintaining Hilo's Keaukaha Beach Park
A recent cleanup at Puhi Bay was initiated to utilize community resources and ʻike to support the park's transition into community-driven management. Discussions remain ongoing between Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and Keaukaha Community Association, which helped organize the event called “People for Puhi,” along with the group, Kānewala.
Kuʻuwehi Hiraishi February 10, 2026
New sandwich shop opening in Kapolei
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop is opening its new Kapolei location on Tuesday, Feb. 10. The business is known for its loaded hot and cold subs; bestsellers include Cap’s BLT, classic cheesesteak and The Bobbie.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 09, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: The BaseBows are back
The Rainbow Warriors will begin their 2026 season on Friday against Gonzaga.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 09, 2026
Panita Thanatharn has winning weekend in Hawai‘i softball debut
The Rainbow Wahine went 4-1, winning their first four contests.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 09, 2026
Honolulu-born Jacob Batalon speaks pidgin in Prime's new action comedy
This graduate of Damien Memorial School returned to Oʻahu to film part the movie, “The Wrecking Crew.” The buddy cop film, which stars Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista as estranged brothers, launched on Amazon Prime Video on Tuesday, Jan. 27.
Katie HellandFebruary 07, 2026
Hawai‘i alum Jahlani Tavai joins exclusive club ahead of Super Bowl debut
Tavai is the first player with direct ties to the Aloha State to compete in the Super Bowl since 2023.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 07, 2026