Can John John Florence Clinch His Second World Title in a Row at the Pipe Masters?
Unlike last year, the North Shore native has three rivals nipping at his heels.
News & City Life
Hawaiian Airlines Launches Stylish New Uniforms and Island-Inspired Menu
MW Restaurant’s Chef Wade Ueoka signs up to cook for main cabin.
Hawai‘i Begins Testing Nuclear Sirens for the First Time Since the Cold War
The state’s emergency warning alert system will sound two warning tones today and on the first working day of every month in response to the North Korea missile threat.
Eddie Would Go, But Not in 2017
The Eddie surf contest is a no-go for 2017 but the Aikau family looks ahead for a return in 2018.
John John Florence Discusses His Chances of Being World Surf Champion (Again!)
As the 2016 champ returns to his North Shore home to compete in the Vans Triple Crown of Surfing, he’s taken a slim lead going into the Billabong Pipeline Masters.
Did Tulsi Gabbard’s National Ambitions Just Suffer a Political Hit?
A “New Yorker” magazine profile raises questions about a circumstantial relationship with controversial spiritual mentor Chris Butler—but also spurs charges of religious intolerance.
You’ll Want to Plan Ahead for This Weekend’s Road Closures: Nov. 17-19, 2017
Don’t get caught off-guard!
You’ll Want to Plan Ahead to Avoid This Week’s Road Closures: Nov. 11-17, 2017
Are the whole island’s roads getting a makeover? Check our list of scheduled closures for this week before you head out the door.
You’ll Want to Plan Ahead for This Weekend’s Road Closures: Nov. 10-12, 2017
No one wants traffic to get in the way of a relaxing holiday weekend.
What’s Open or Closed in Honolulu for Veterans Day 2017
Here’s your guide to which Honolulu City and County services will be available or suspended in observance of Veterans Day on Nov. 10, 2017.
Island Air to Close Operations After 37 Years
Legal battle with companies from which the interisland carrier leases its planes prompts airline to end service Nov. 11.
Where to Park in Lanikai This Veterans’ Day Weekend
Hint: Nowhere.
Endangered Hawaiian Crows Survive First Few Weeks in Native Hawai‘i Island Forests
Conservationists are monitoring the native birds after last year’s crushing setbacks.
Honolulu: Prepare for Trump Traffic Friday, Nov. 3 and Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017
Just when you thought it was safe to go to Waikīkī.
It’s Official: Looking at Your Phone in a Honolulu Crosswalk is Now Illegal
Hello? That means you! You, crossing the street blindly glued to your tiny screen—look up for a second! Or you’ll get a ticket. Seriously.
Don’t Look Now, But Checking Your Phone in a Honolulu Crosswalk Could Cost You
Banning staring at your phone while crossing the street may seem like a no-brainer, but many are wondering if Honolulu doesn’t have better things to focus on—like rail and homelessness.
Here’s a Sneak Peek Inside the Brand-New Target Now Open at Ala Moana Center
The new Target opens this week in the former Nordstrom space.
Drivers, This Eastbound H1-Freeway Offramp Will Be Closed From Oct. 18–20, 2017
Note to all night crawlers and Uber drivers: If you’re heading downtown and eastbound you may not be able to take your usual route.
You Can Adopt Kaimana the Monk Seal
Symbolic adoption raises money to help other marine mammals.
Everything You Need to Know About Legalized Medical Marijuana in Hawai‘i
After 15 months of nail-biting delays—and 17 years after the state decriminalized pot for patients—medical cannabis is finally available for legal sale. Who does it help? How does it work? Is this the crop that will replace sugar? And, if it is, who profits?
You’ll Want to Plan Ahead to Avoid This Weekend’s Road Closures Across O‘ahu
Or maybe just stay home, since traffic may be bad Oct. 6–8.
Meet the Honolulu Zoo’s Newborn Sloth
It might be time to visit the zoo.
“Moana” in Maori a Hit in New Zealand—Why Not in Hawaiian?
A free translated version of Disney’s film, released to 30 New Zealand theaters, played to packed houses.
Honolulu Zoo Says Aloha to 17-Year-Old Endangered Sumatran Tiger
Sniff! Bye, bye Berani.
