New state initiative helps schools buy local produce directly from farms

The initiative is part of the department’s broader farm-to-school program, which supports food sustainability and improves ...

West Maui residents push back on proposed water rate hike

KAPALUA (HawaiiNewsNow) - Some West Maui residents are opposing a proposal by Hawaii Water Service to raise water rates by 59 ...

Kolekole Pass cleared for emergency evacuations out of West Oahu

The Kolekole Pass is officially allowed to be used as an evacuation route in the event of an emergency on West Oahu.

Firefighters airlift hiker from Lanikai Pillbox

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Honolulu Fire Department responded to Lanikai Pillbox to rescue a hiker on Wednesday. HFD said ...

Hawaii Pacific begins its run in the PacWest Tournament on Thursday.

A Hawaii military officer convicted of trying to sexually entice a child received his sentencing date Wednesday. Senate Bill ...

Grand jury indicts man accused of slashing Honolulu police officer’s throat

A man accused of attacking two people and wielding a sharp object against a police officer was indicted Wednesday.

Military members fight government’s claim that Red Hill toxic exposure was service-related

The U.S. government is arguing that toxic exposure from the 2021 Red Hill fuel leak was connected to military service, but ...

HPD commander demoted for allegedly sharing details of teen sex assault victim

A Honolulu Police Department commander was demoted last week after being accused of sharing confidential information about a ...

Hawaiian Airlines announces new executive chef for first-class dining

Hawaiian Airlines said chef Dell Valdez will bring a diverse culinary identity to the airline's first-class dining program ...

Kailua military officer convicted of child sexual enticement receives sentencing date

A Hawaii military officer convicted of trying to sexually entice a child received his sentencing date Wednesday.

Water restriction notice issued for parts of Hilo

HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Department of Water Supply has issued a water restriction notice Wednesday for some customers on ...

Man with 17 priors first convicted under habitual unlicensed driver law

Act 212, which was signed into law by Gov. Josh Green in 2024, created enhanced penalties for those drivers. Michael Johnson was prosecuted under the new law because of his 17 prior convictions for ...