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WATCH: HNN’s ‘This is Now’ daily news update

Get the latest on news from around Hawaii and the world. → Read More

Hawaii voices perform ‘Rent’ tunes to raise awareness about World AIDS Day

Organizers are trying to get “Hawaii to Zero,” which is an effort to stop the spread of HIV and discrimination. → Read More

Don’t worry Popeye’s fans: Your beloved chicken sandwich is coming back

It’s still unclear how many stores will offer the popular sandwich, including in Hawaii. → Read More

America’s tab for Halloween this year is downright ... spooky

Americans are expected to spend a whopping $3.2 billion on Halloween outfits. → Read More

Dozens of keiki hit the waves for annual Surf4HUGS event

Approximately 70 "HUGS kids" hit the waves for the 16th annual Surf4Hugs event. → Read More

Crews repair 2 vandalized gravestones at Hawaiian Mission Houses’ cemetery

Officials say Stonecrafters spent the past month repairing the gravestones, which are believed to be between 100 to 200 years old. → Read More

Southwest flight attendant gives ‘in-flight entertainment’ a new meaning

HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - Passengers on a Southwest Airlines flight from Maui to Honolulu got a special treat Tuesday. A flight attendant nicknamed “Scooby” surprised everyone with her rendition of the theme song to "The Jeffersons." Cell phone video taken of the performance shows the entire cabin giving her a round of applause. It’s unclear if “Scooby” serenades passengers on every… → Read More

In Hawaii ceremony, grieving Gold Star families find support

“It’s like they’re here with them. And the boots have their photos, the name of their loved one, and they can dress the boots with whatever they like.” → Read More

Hundreds pedal across Oahu to promote bicycle safety awareness

“We told them all you’re ambassadors of safety on our roads and you’re ambassadors of bicycling." → Read More

Cuteness overload: Keiki compete in 66th annual Healthy Baby Contest

The contest is put on by the Honolulu Chinese Jaycee’s and is open to keiki ages 1 to 2-and-1/2 years. → Read More

Waipahu Canal cleared of graffiti, invasive plants thanks to volunteer group

Some 35 members of the World Mission Society Church of God came together. → Read More

New flavors, new toppings, and a new appreciation: The shave is all grown up

Whether it’s fresh new ingredients or different recipes, shave ice has become an indelible part of island cuisine. → Read More

He’s been creating music for 4 decades, and Led Kaapana shows no signs of stopping

“It talks about us, it talks about our culture, it talks about where we come from." → Read More

Ho’okena continues to share their love of Hawaiian music with thousands

“Hawaiian music is really important to the culture." → Read More

Raised on music, Josh Tatofi is coming into his own as a musician ... and fans love it

Tatofi started taking chances on stage and developing his own unique style, combining his take on R&B soul with Hawaiian music. → Read More

State to erect barriers around royal ruins in Nuuanu as vandalism worsens

The DLNR is putting in place barriers and signs to lead people away from entering into the site. → Read More

After 3 decades of producing music ‘with mana,’ Kapena is still going strong

The De Lima family keep Kapena alive today, playing at venues across the state. → Read More

Honolulu Zoo’s newest bundle of joy now on display

One-month old baby bongo antelope is making its debut at the Honolulu Zoo. → Read More

To showcase the ‘beauty in the destruction,’ a Puna resident turns his lens on cooled lava formations

One man is shedding a different light on the destructive lava that devastated Hawaii Island → Read More

Street art with a purpose: Artists aim to beautify Kaimuki one signal box at a time

Kaimuki traffic signal boxes are getting a new makeover as artists from around the community are turning them into works of art. → Read More