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KAIMUKI, Hawaii (KHON2) — The historic Queen Theater in Kaimuki is officially on the market. There are fresh hopes for a new life that could come to the longtime vacant landmark. The iconic Queen Theater in Kaimuki is finally up for sale after sitting vacant for decades. Council chair Tommy Waters announced the sale on…

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A popular local clothing brand is relocating to a new and improved location. The grand reopening of Fighting Eel’s Kahala Mall location starts on Friday, April 17, at 10 a.m. The new store is now located in the space formerly occupied by 33 Butterflies, across from Sephora and SoHa Living. It’s also…

The first round of the NBA playoffs tips off this weekend, and for the first time since Hilo’s Red Rocha in the 1950s, a former Hawaii high school standout is on an NBA postseason roster. Former Kahuku High School post player Tolu Smith, the 2018 Hawaii State Player of the Year, was elevated earlier this…

Learn about the dangers of natural disasters for seniors in Hawaii. Discover how planning and community support can make a difference in times of crisis.

HONOLULU (KHON2) — For months, dark parking meters meant free parking for some and frustration for others trying to figure out if they needed to pay. At Bailey’s Antiques and Aloha Shirts in Kapahulu, they’ve been looking out for their customers. “They worry about getting a ticket,” said Minako Unno, an employee at Bailey’s. “So…

HONOLULU (KHON2) — For seniors living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, day-to-day life can be a struggle, and in the event of an emergency or storm, even more so. So for those who need the extra help, employees of Senior Helpers Honolulu set out to give them just that. “Then she’ll say, ‘I think I’ve…

PUNA, Hawaii (KHON2) — A Big Island man was sentenced to 40 years in prison for child sex crimes for incidents that occurred in February and May of 2025. Forty-five-year-old Joseph Donald Tibbs pleaded guilty to promoting child abuse and sex assault of two minors, the prosecutors’ office said. Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen hopes this…

“Over the past several weeks, we’ve seen our community come together in a powerful way to support North Shore residents.”

Be careful with your money. The state is warning residents of potential scams for storm relief efforts and online investment schemes.