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EMS: 23-year-old male shot in leg, HPD on scene
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Honolulu EMS is responding to an apparent shooting in Nanakuli that left a 23-year-old man in serious condition. Officials said the man suffered a gunshot wound to his leg. EMS transported the man to an emergency room. Honolulu police are also at the scene following the call that came in around 8:46 […]
Dozens of Oahu drivers arrested, jailed for DUI despite tests showing no alcohol in their systems
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Over the last two years, dozens of Oahu drivers have been arrested for operating a vehicle under the influence with breathalyzer results of 0.00 — meaning no alcohol showed as present in their system, HNN Investigates has found. In 2022 and 2023, nearly 300 drivers who...
Legendary local entertainer Al Waterson has died
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Legendary local entertainer Albert “Al” Waterson passed away on Sunday. Waterson died of cancer at the age of 77. He was born in Honolulu and began his entertaining career in his 20s and performed nationally, internationally and throughout Hawaii. Waterson sang, acted in Hollywood films and helped with numerous non-profit organizations. He […]
Man in critical condition after being hit while lying on Chinatown road
HONOLULU (KHON2) — An overnight crash in Chinatown disrupted two men’s lives Tuesday. A 76-year-old man was traveling southbound on Nuuanu Avenue when he collided with a pedestrian who was lying in the road at the intersection with North Hotel Street. The pedestrian, a 38-year-old man was taken to a hospital in serious condition. The […]
Former girlfriend provides tearful testimony on boyfriend’s fate in trial of alleged crime boss Mike Miske
HONOLULU (Island News) -- The former girlfriend of missing man Jonathan Fraser took the stand again Tuesday in the federal trial of alleged crime boss Michael Miske. Ashley Wong wept as video played of her and her then-boyfriend Fraser throwing flowers into the ocean in honor of Miske's son, Caleb, who died in a car crash Fraser survived.
Department of Law Enforcement to implement body-worn cameras for Sheriffs, several divisions
The Department of Law Enforcement is looking at ways to improve by looking at new training and implementing new equipment. That includes the addition of body-worn cameras for sheriffs.
New surfboard company turns invasive species into eco-friendly rides
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In Wahiawa, a new surfboard company is turning an invasive species into eco-friendly rides. The business is called Bizia Surf and Coffee Bar because the boards it makes and sells are all crafted from albizia wood. “Not only are we using wood, but it’s a highly invasive...
Ocean Safety chief placed on administrative leave amid investigation
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The chief of Honolulu’s Ocean Safety Division has been put on administrative leave pending an investigation, HNN has confirmed. John Titchen has led the division for the past 5 and 1/2 years. A city spokesman confirmed the action to HNN. He said this is a personnel...
‘A timeless tradition,’ Maui County Fair coming to an end after 97 years
The last Maui Fair was held in 2019 and attracted over 90 thousand people for the four day event and gave local artists, businesses and communities an opportunity to showcase their talents and contributions.
ConFest is returning after a 3-year pause. Here’s how to get your tickets
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A gathering to showcase theater work by Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Native Hawaiians is returning to UH-Manoa after a three-year pause. The National Asian American Theater Conference and Festival begins May 24. Better known as ConFest, the five-day event will offer workshops and live performances. Shows...
Stairway to Heaven hiker shares story of how an angry resident reacted to trespassers
KANEOHE, Hawaii (Island News) -- Hiking enthusiasts tried to make the most of the Stairway to Heaven hike also known as the Haiku Stairs before the city begins the removal. The hike is illegal and over the weekend police gave out eight citations and issued 60 warnings to people trespassing.
Wednesday Forecast | Breezy trades with just a few passing morning showers
HONOLULU (Island News) -- More breezy weather for the islands today. Lighter winds by next week. Overnight, partly cloudy skies with a few showers late night, focused windward and mauka. Lows near 70. Wednesday passing trade showers windward in the morning. Gusty trades out of the NE winds at 15-25...
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