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Food & Drinks in ...
The Honolulu bakery's new King Street shop has a much bigger kitchen — and free cake pops for the first 102 customers at Saturday's grand opening.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
The West Oahu officer once handed clothes to a homeless mother and her toddler in Kona and helped them find shelter.
Lt. Michael Vaituʻulala was suspended this spring over a Kahului fireworks scandal before Tuesday's federal arrest.
Police say the naked 20-year-old fled on foot before being found with numerous scrapes hours later in Kahana.
Tin Roof is celebrating 10 years on Maui with a free pāʻina featuring live music, food vendors, a beer garden and special collaborations.
Parks & Nature in ...
An estimated 15-foot tiger shark prompted a no-swimming advisory at Kekaha Beach, with warning signs staying up while lifeguards monitor the shoreline.
Science, Tech & Medicine in ...
New research finds humpback whales tie distinct song themes to different stages of their dives, potentially revealing how movement shapes mating displays.
Maui police are searching for 44-year-old Sarah McClellan, who may be driving a white Dodge Caravan and is known to frequent Wailuku.
A scooter battery triggered a $125,000 downtown Honolulu warehouse fire. Investigators say thermal runaway caused the accidental blaze.
Weather & Environment in ...
USGS HVO raised Kīlauea to WATCH and Aviation Color Code ORANGE after summit overflow on July 28. Residents downwind should monitor Civil Defense and HVO updates.
Cowrie Coffee has set up a summer pop‑up at Romer House Waikīkī, pouring island‑roasted cold brews, health‑forward lattes and market pastries in the mornings. The pool‑deck stand runs Monday–Saturday.
A man in his 50s was taken to a trauma center after an apparent stabbing on Waikiki's Beach Walk. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing.
A High Surf Advisory runs through 6 p.m. HST Sunday as breezy trades make shores choppy. Mariners and beachgoers should take precautions.
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