Author: admin
-

Vog to move up island chain due to E/SE winds
HONOLULU (KHON2) – A rather stable, light to moderate trade wind flow remains in place this afternoon. A surface trough lies between Hawaii and somewhat strong high pressure farther north, causing the local pressure gradient and resulting trade winds to weaker than usual, and a mid-level ridge sitting over the islands is maintaining stable conditions…
-

U.S. Army Pacific invites you to 250th birthday celebration
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The U.S. Army is inviting you to celebrate its 250th anniversary with Army Heritage Week starting June 8 to 14. Here’s Honolulu’s King Kamehameha Day hours The week-long celebration will feature events open to the public, offering a unique opportunity to connect with Soldiers. “The Army’s 250th anniversary is a momentous occasion…
-

Police searching for attempted murder suspect in Waikiki
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Honolulu police opened an attempted murder investigation after a man allegedly attacked parents in Waikiki. Early morning vehicle collisions hospitalize two According to a HPD social media post, on June 8, HPD received a 911 call that a woman and her 77-year-old husband were struck multiple times with a blunt object by…
-

Highway at Olowalu, Ukumehame to be moved mauka soon
OLOWALU (KHON2) — A major highway project on Maui is nearing the final stages before being contracted out. Controversial STR bill to be heard by Maui Council June 9 The scenic coastal Honoapiʻilani highway is a single two-lane highway that currently serves as the primary access route to and from west Maui, and for years…
-

Newly-graduated trades workers look to give back to the islands
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Two hundred newly certified journeyworkers graduated at the Hawaiʻi Carpenters Apprenticeship and Training Fund in Kapolei on June 7. The graduation of this year’s class, which was emceed by KHON2’s own Gina Mangieri, marks a significant advancement in the mission to build more housing while improving infrastructure around the islands. Here’s Honolulu’s…
-

Here’s Honolulu’s King Kamehameha Day hours:
HONOLULU (KHON2) — June 11 marks King Kamehameha Day, and the City and County of Honolulu’s offices will be closed in observance of the holiday. Emergency Medical Services, Honolulu Fire Department, Ocean Safety, the medical examiner and Honolulu police will have their services available as usual. This Hawaii city is among the best travel destinations…
-
Hundreds gather in Calgary as United Church of Canada celebrates 100th anniversary
More than 400 people packed the pews at Knox United Church on Sunday to mark the 100th anniversary of the United Church of Canada, a milestone that drew together members and non-members from across southern Alberta for an afternoon of music, prayer and community. Read More
-

Controversial STR bill to be heard by Maui Council June 9
WAILUKU, Hawaii (KHON2) — The Maui County Council will have a public hearing on June 9 to discuss whether to phase out thousands of vacation rentals on the island. Mayor Richard Bissen introduced Bill 9 over a year ago, after the Lahaina fire pushed the housing crisis to the forefront. He is expected to make…
-

UH program that helps struggling ʻohana on federal chopping block
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa program aimed at helping struggling ʻohana and kūpuna is on the federal chopping block as the U.S. Congress looks at cutting its funding. UH’s SNAP-Ed program, which is run by the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience, receives federal funding for its operations, which includes…