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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 1h

Kansei Matsuzawa's 4th quarter 35-yard field goal ties Jason Elam for the longest consecutive field goals made streak in UH football program history.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 2h

The University of Hawaii Rainbow Warriors downed Utah State, 44-26, Saturday night.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 5h

Police, union leaders seek solutions to rise in assaults on officers #HNN #HINEWS #HawaiiNews

Police, union leaders seek solutions to rise in assaults on officers

The Honolulu Police Department reported there was a 20 percent increase in assaults on its officers so far this year compared to last year.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 6h

The University of Hawaii Rainbow Warriors return from their bye week to take on Utah State University Saturday.

Follow all the action from the Manoa's Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex here with our live game blog.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 7h

‘Bows return from bye week to take on Utah State #HNN #HINEWS #HawaiiNews

‘Bows return from bye week to take on Utah State

The University of Hawaii Rainbow Warriors return from their bye week to take on Utah State University Saturday.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 8h

A man is in serious condition after a crash with a delivery truck in Honolulu Saturday.

Moped rider suffers serious injuries after crash with delivery truck

Officials said the 35-year-old moped rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 9h

Man charged with felony abuse, theft after allegedly choking vicitm #HNN #HINEWS #HawaiiNews

Man charged with felony abuse, theft after allegedly choking vicitm

Kekoa Denne-Kimi was charged with felony abuse and theft after domestic incidents on Oct. 5 and 6, where he allegedly stole a credit card and a gold chain.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 11h

A 69-year-old man suffered fatal injuries following a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon.

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Puhi man, 69, killed in motorcycle–SUV collision on Kaumuali‘i Highway

The motorcyclist, a 69-year-old man from Puhi, sustained fatal injuries.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 11h

More than 200 members of the local Taiwanese community joined Hawaii leaders and lawmakers to celebrate Double Ten Day, Taiwan’s National Day, which falls on October 10.

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Hawaii leaders tout strong ties with Taiwan during Double Ten Day event

The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Honolulu hosted a special reception at the Ala Moana Hotel to celebrate the 32nd anniversary of Taiwan’s sister state relationship with Hawaii.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 12h

It may only be October, but the Christmas season is already underway at the Philippine Consulate General in Honolulu.

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Philippine officials host Honolulu parol lighting event to kick off Christmas season

A parol is a star-shaped Filipino lantern decoration of geometric designs and bright blinking lights that adorns homes and businesses during the holidays.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 13h

State welcomes new class of adult corrections officers #HNN #HINEWS #HawaiiNews

State welcomes new class of adult corrections officers

Friday’s graduating class is the sixth of this year, and the state aims to have eight graduating classes by the end of the year.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 13h

Lanaʻi residents can recycle old appliances and electronics at a special collection event taking place today.

Lanaʻi residents invited to recycle old appliances at e-waste collection event

The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is hosting a White Goods, Metals and E-waste Collection event Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pulama Lanaʻi Fleet Yard.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 13h

Honolulu observed World Habitat Day with a special symposium and community builder awards earlier this week.

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Waimanalo homeless community program honored in World Habitat Day event

Aunty Blanche McMillan of Hui Mahi’ai Aina, a homeless community program in Waimanalo, was recognized with a community builder award.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 14h

Both directions of N. King Street, by New Nissan, are currently closed as crews work on repairs.

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Water main break on N. King Street impacts homes, traffic

One west-bound lane of N. King Street is currently closed as crews work on repairs.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 14h

If you’re thinking of working in commercial real estate, an upcoming event can help jumpstart your career.

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Free panel to promote commercial real estate careers in Honolulu

The Hawaii chapter of Filipinos in Institutional Real Estate is holding a panel on October 22 at UH Manoa.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 15h

Hawaii leaders tout strong ties with Taiwan during Double Ten Day event #HNN #HINEWS #HawaiiNews

Hawaii leaders tout strong ties with Taiwan during Double Ten Day event

The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Honolulu hosted a special reception at the Ala Moana Hotel to celebrate the 32nd anniversary of Taiwan’s sister state relationship with Hawaii.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 15h

The Honolulu Police Department is investigating after reports of gunshots in Waipahu early Saturday.

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Police investigate reports of gunshots in Waipahu

Officers found a “No Trespassing” sign riddled with bullet holes near Kunia Road and Ānonui Street.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 16h

The Honolulu Police Department says a father and daughter are facing serious charges after a fight outside Farrington High School turned violent Friday night.

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Father and daughter arrested in alleged officer assault

While attempting to break up the fight, the daughter, 18, struck an officer in the face, and the 38-year-old father kicked an officer in the groin.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 17h

Exploring Hawaii's coffee culture ☕ | Hawaiian Fresh Roast Coffee in Dole Cannery focuses on making a simple cup of coffee using state-of-the-art air roast technology. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2025/09/30/how-these-hawaii-coffee-shops-brew-sense-belonging/

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 19h

Chinatown residents, businesses say safety improvements are working, but problems persist #HNN #HINEWS #HawaiiNews

Chinatown residents, businesses say safety improvements are working, but problems persist

After pushing for years to make Chinatown safer, residents and businesses say it’s working.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 1d

The Queen’s Health Systems’ psychiatric hospital in West Oahu celebrated its one-year anniversary Friday.

Kahi Mohala celebrates first anniversary under The Queen’s Health Systems

It is Hawaii’s only free-standing, nonprofit behavioral health care hospital serving youth between the ages of 4 and 17.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 1d

A state psychologist will determine if MMA legend, BJ Penn, is mentally fit to go to trial for multiple criminal charges against him.

MMA legend BJ Penn ordered to take mental health exam

Hilo prosecutors are questioning if MMA legend BJ Penn is fit to stand trial.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 1d

Architect Laurel Mau will get another chance to try and prove she was a victim of a conspiracy between the engineering and architectural firm that fired her and the city prosecutor.

Judge allows civil rights lawsuit against ex-prosecutor, city, donors to proceed

Architect Laurel Mau will get another chance to try and prove she was a victim of a conspiracy between the engineering and architectural firm that fired her and the city prosecutor.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 1d

The Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE) announced Friday that Paia Elementary School will remain closed through Oct. 14.

Paia Elementary School students remain on distance learning

The Hawaii Department of Education says Paia Elementary School will remain closed through Oct. 14 following a brush fire.

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Hawaii News Now @hawaiinewsnow.com · 1d

HNN's Cienna Pilotin rappels 40 stories down the side of Hyatt Regency in Waikiki for Special Olympics Hawaii's annual fundraiser.

Hawaii News Now goes 'Over The Edge' for Special Olympics

HNN's Cienna Pilotin rappels 40 stories down the side of Hyatt Regency in Waikiki for Special Olympics Hawaii's annual fundraiser.

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