Thieves Stole Tight Tacos’ Equipment. Then This Happened
This might have been another story about hard luck hitting a small business. Tight Tacos’ owner tells us why it wasn’t.
News Archive
Beautiful Winning Lei From the Lei Day Celebration Contest 2024
Hawai‘i’s talented lei makers showed out this May Day with dazzling submissions to the annual lei contest.
The Hawai‘i Wildlife Center Lends a Helping Wing to Native Birds and Bats
Native feathered (and furred) patients are on the rise at this unique rehab.
Hawai‘i Center for AI Opens in Kaka‘ako
Learn how to use artificial intelligence from community experts at free workshops hosted by the new nonprofit Hawai‘i Center for AI.
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.
Explore the World’s Largest Native Hawaiian Plant Collection Online
Celebrate Earth Month and learn about native Hawaiian plants in Bishop Museum’s impressive Plants of Hawai‘i collection.
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.
Lucky We Live Hawai‘i
There are so many ways to take advantage of living here, beyond the beach.
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.
Afterthoughts: Who Mourns for Koreamoku?
Here’s to Heinekens and beef bulgogi: Revisiting a classic last tribute to a one-of-a-kind neighborhood.
Misnomer: Stop Naming Places After People
What I can’t stand is when a human name replaces a name that was actually descriptive of the area.
HONOLULU Magazine’s Top 10 Stories of 2023
The stories that drew the most readers this year covered events, holiday celebrations, awards and the Maui fires.
Paws of Safety: O‘ahu Firework Safety Tips for Pet Owners
Here’s how you can keep your pets safe and secure during the upcoming New Year’s Eve fireworks.
Honoring a Year of Progress and Unity Within Hawai‘i’s MVPFAFF/LGBTQIA+ Community
The Hawai‘i LGBT Legacy Foundation reflects on a year of transformative initiatives, embracing diversity and celebrating cultural pride.
Restoring Moku‘ula, Maui’s Sacred Island
The Maui wildfires catalyzed the people of Lahaina, and across Hawai‘i, to speak out about the urgent need to preserve our culture and history.
Long Reads
Nanakuli High and Intermediate School. Moanalua High School. Both of these public schools have big reputations, good and bad. We spent time on each campus to find out what they’re really like. It may surprise you.
Thousands of people are caring for their children and elderly parents simultaneously. Here are the stories of kamaaina who are coping with this challenge.