The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: In 1946, Some Wanted Hawai‘i to Be the 49th State
Here’s a look back at August 1946.
Robbie Dingeman
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The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Gov. Farrington Talks Politics in 1921
Here’s a look back at August 1921.
2022 Hawai‘i Private School Guide: All About That Student Base
Student learning shifted across our state last year as educators explored different ways to reach out, teach, keep schools safe and remain flexible to ever-changing situations.
Hawai‘i Checked Out a Record-Breaking 1 Million Books Online in 2020
Beyond Harry Potter wizardry and romance, titles on these top 10 lists show surprising insights into increased reader demand that started last year and is still going strong.
We Tried It: 9 Recipes from Sheldon Simeon’s New Cookbook
Pork belly adobo, nori chicken, chocolate birthday cake butter mochi: Sheldon Simeon is proudest of the people, places and poke of his home—and we found all of these in Cook Real Hawai‘i.
By the Numbers and Photo Gallery: “Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” Comes to Honolulu
Gogh with the flow. Go ahead, make your own pun.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 12 Best Meaty and Meatless Burgers on O‘ahu
From Punahou Carnival to Hale ‘Aina-winning restaurants, here are our team’s top spots to pile on the patties.
Get More Sleep, Connect with People Close to You, Take Breaks to Ease Stress and Stay Active
Life Interrupted experts offer tips on self-care, focusing on what matters rather than allowing schedules to overtake us.
That Hurts! Hawai‘i Postal Workers Are Getting Bitten by Dogs More Often
A nationwide surge in attacks prompts the postal service to deliver news that dog bites occurred in these 12 Hawai‘i communities.
Life Interrupted: Now What? Seeking Less Stress, More Silver Linings and Some Solutions
HONOLULU Magazine asks mental health experts what we can do to navigate change, challenges and more choices ahead in a free webinar June 17, 2021.
Two Native Hawaiian Artists Use National Awards to Fuel Their Passion to Teach
Weaving together art, history and culture.
Listen, Ask for Help, Reach Out to Others, Say Kūpuna Caregivers
Life Interrupted panelists say even family-centric Hawai‘i folks need help. They offer personal stories and practical advice for navigating multi-generational Island life.
How Hawai‘i Parents, Grandparents Can Connect Across Generations
HONOLULU Magazine asks community experts how we can help ourselves, family and friends handle change, challenges and some anxious times ahead in our June 3 webinar.
Focus on Learning First, Grades Second, as Hawai‘i Schools Move Through Next Stages
Life Interrupted panelists urge families to connect with children over meals, talk about ways to deal with stress and work together to cope with changes.
Find Ways to Help Students Deal with More Pandemic Transitions Ahead
HONOLULU Magazine brings experts together May 20 in free webinar to offer tips and tools for families and students navigating what’s next.
Hawai‘i Experts Share Strategies for Getting Through Pandemic Exhaustion
Our panel provides tips for getting out of a rut, finding professional help if you’re on a waiting list and coping with the unexpected challenges of a community reopening.
Hear from Community Experts in This Week’s Launch of “Life Interrupted: Navigating What’s Next”
Get tips and ask questions in this HONOLULU Magazine free mental health webinar from 1-2 p.m. Thursday, May 6.
Finding Honolulu’s Helpers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During the pandemic, we are witnessing grief, loss, stress and strain but also seeing everyday heroes who inspire others through these tough times.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Investigating Honolulu’s Illegal Gambling Scene
Police raid video game rooms on O‘ahu in 1986, citing tens of millions of dollars changing hands at these illegal operations.
Finding Honolulu’s Helpers: Josie Howard, Advocate for Pacific Islanders, is Reaching a Community in Crisis
When the coronavirus claimed the lives of many in the Pacific Islander community, We Are Oceania’s CEO, Josie Howard, witnessed distress, fear and confusion.
HONOLULU Magazine Launches a Free Virtual Mental Wellness Series “Life Interrupted: Navigating What’s Next”
The four-part talk-story session tackles tough issues, shares resources and gives us much-needed tips to help us through our next steps.
Finding Honolulu’s Helpers: Intensive Care Nurse Manager Leads Front-Line Staff Caring for Critically Ill Patients
As nurse manager for a medical intensive care unit, Cheryl Fallon sees patients live and die each week.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Dredging Waikīkī’s Ala Wai Canal
An article from 2001 takes on the topic of dredging the Ala Wai Canal in the wake of complaints about what lurks in its murky waters.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: How Tourists Saw the Islands in 1926
Here’s a look back at April 1926.
Finding Honolulu’s Helpers: A State District Court Judge is Building Safety Barriers for Courts
Judge William Domingo constructed protective barriers in 16 courtrooms: 10 in the courthouse on Alakea Street and the rest in ‘Ewa, Wai‘anae, Wahiawā and Kāne‘ohe.
The Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i Now Have a Warehouse Near Dole Cannery
A new home for old books.
Finding Honolulu’s Helpers: Supermarket Cashier Lee Ann Verano Stays Resilient on the Food Front Line
The Foodland Farms worker knows—especially these days—that she and other grocery store workers often provide the only contact that many people have outside their homes.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Exploring Women’s Rights in the 1970s
Here’s a look back at April 1971.
The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Growing Tree Ferns as a Food Crop?
Here’s a look back at April 1921.
Finding Honolulu’s Helpers: A Chef and A Retired Professor Help by Providing Free Meals for Hungry Students
When the pandemic shut down in-person classes at Windward Community College, folks there cooked up a practical and tasty way to reach out. And they’re doing it again this semester.
6 Takeaways from Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s First Major Speech
Plans to reduce rail costs and homelessness while modernizing government echoed his campaign themes.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 9 Best Sandwiches on O‘ahu
Paper-thin salami, juicy roast beef, tasty tonkatsu, sumptuous smoked brisket, hefty lumps of crab, fresh fish and everything else that’s best between bread.
The 2020 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: Hawai‘i’s Best Restaurants
This year, we talk to our Restaurateurs of the Year about the pandemic, dive into a new Spanish-Italian concept, pair a drink for every mood, provide tips for Korean barbecue and more.
The 2020 Sour Poi Awards Present: The Day That Never Ends
Tales of weird, wacky and wild news you may have missed. The best of the worst of 2020.
Murder, Kidnapping, Drug Trafficking and Money Laundering: Here’s How Hawai‘i’s Crime Scene is Changing
Since the 1970s, organized crime in Hawai‘i has rippled through the community, from gangland-style slayings, gambling and drugs to diverse global operations. We take a closer look at how organized crime has changed over the decades.
Officials Ask Volunteers to Step Up to Fix Popular Koko Crater Hiking Trail
Hikers can help the public-private partnership with repairs now.
Officials Ask for Help Identifying Those Involved in Christmas Tree Bonfires at Kāne‘ohe Bay Sandbar
Illegal tree burning in the wildlife sanctuary harms natural resources.
88 Thoughts We Had While Trying Honolulu’s Newest Escape Room
We attempted to make it out of Chambers Escape Games’ Temple in Kaka‘ako in less than an hour.
