Mahalo Tours says accusations that its guide slashed a visitor’s tire on the Road to Hāna are false as Maui police investigate. The company calls the claims "lies."

Mufi Hannemann told walkers at the Visitor Industry Charity Walk that he will retire as president and CEO of the Hawaiʻi Lodging & Tourism Association and will assist with the transition.

The 47th Annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk comes to Wailuku on Saturday, May 9, with a 2.5-mile route, prizes and fundraising for local nonprofits.

Everbowl is soft-opening a second Oʻahu location in Pearl City and will give away roughly 300 free açaí bowls tonight; full service begins tomorrow.

Breezy east‑northeast trades will keep scattered showers moving through Honolulu. Gusts near 30 mph and a Small Craft Advisory affect some channels through Friday.

Roy Yamaguchi will open Ocean House at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa in Lihue on June 8, 2026, as the property undergoes a redesign.

Breezy east‑northeast trades will keep scattered windward showers in place and push small craft advisories for nearby waters. Gusts could reach near 30 mph; secure loose outdoor items.

Muggy morning in Honolulu with highs near 83°F and scattered trade‑wind showers through the week. Gusts may near 30 mph and small craft advisory conditions are possible midweek.

Flair in Kaka'ako has reopened with a farm‑to‑table menu and Mother's Day brunch and dinner set for May 10. Reservations and happy hour details are available online.

Lawmakers and designers are pushing to replace the century‑old Kalihi jail with a rehabilitative facility that favors green space, natural light and treatment over towers and razor wire. The move has put cost, capacity and a possible public‑private financing model at the center of the debate.

A 33-year-old man was arrested in Waikiki after a 24-year-old woman called 911, alleging she was assaulted and forced into a vehicle.

UH is moving Lyon Arboretum under CTAHR to expand hands-on labs and research access for students while keeping public programs and staff in place.

Vincent Pōhaku left an auto‑glass business to grow Drip Studio into a larger Fort Street Mall cafe focused on pour‑overs and matcha. The move expanded tasting events and seating.