Look Up for the “Blood Moon” Total Lunar Eclipse Late Monday Night Into Tuesday Morning
The total lunar eclipse will start at 1:04 a.m. on March 3. Here’s what you should know about the phenomenon, including viewing and photography tips.
Environment & Wildlife
Lights Out? Hawai‘i’s Energy Future Looks Dire
Without swift action, Hawai‘i faces more exorbitant electricity costs. What will it take to move aggressively enough with renewable alternatives?
Tails of the City: Kōlea Go the Distance
Year after year, kōlea travel thousands of miles to winter in Hawai‘i.
Can Hawai‘i Grow Rice Again?
UH Mānoa and the Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology explore Hawai‘i’s rice farming potential.
Bold Ways to Fix Our City
HONOLULU contributor Mary Vorsino spoke to key leaders about addressing some of Honolulu’s most pressing problems. Here are their ideas in their own words.
Photo Gallery: Lāhainā Noon Over Sky Gate in Downtown Honolulu
Lāhainā Noon occurred on Monday, May 26, 2025, with our staff photographer and several others in attendance to see the phenomenon fulfill the Sky Gate sculpture’s intention.
How to Grow Your Own Lei Garden
Dreaming of a lei garden of your own? This is your sign to dig in with tips from a horticulturist and a guidebook.
Can We Return to Ahupua‘a?
A movement is underway to resurrect the traditional Hawaiian land division and management system to better care for the ‘āina, water and people.
“A Little Gardening” Over the Years Grows Into a Lush Sanctuary
Sheldon Nagata transformed his weed-filled Punchbowl property into a green wonderland, finding his passion in the process.
Celebrate Hawai‘i’s Trees During the Year of Our Community Forests
Learn about trees, pick up free native plants and stickers, volunteer with conservation organizations and more ways to get involved.
Say Goodbye to Plastic Water Bottles With the Mananalu Water and Boomerang Partnership
Hawai‘i-born actor Jason Momoa is committed to replacing them with recyclable aluminum bottles.
Hawai‘i Marine Animal Response Opens a New Care Center to Help Our Honu
The first of its kind on O‘ahu, the rehabilitation center in Waimānalo cares for distressed sea turtles after emergencies, injuries and strandings.
Hawai‘i’s Endangered and Threatened Species
A look at some of the plants and animals in danger of disappearing from our Islands, with the long-term consequences still unclear.
Our 5 Favorite Hawai‘i Shops for Eco-Friendly and Zero-Waste Products
From Kaimukī to Kailua, these are the best spots for scoring sustainable lifestyle, personal care and household items.
Green Day: Native Plants From a Photographer’s Perspective
In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, we’re highlighting native Hawaiian plants shot by HONOLULU photographer Olivier Koning.
