Sam Spangler
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Honolulu, HI, United States
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Hawaii boutique Cookie’s ravaged by flood
Cookie’s Clothing Company, which has seven stores across the islands, is left picking up the pieces after a pipe bust in their Koko Marina Shopping Center warehouse, bringing water an estimated three feet high inside the building. → Read More
New Aloha Stadium delayed again
Another delay in the quest to build a new Aloha Stadium. Governor Josh Green laid out his plan to KHON2 today and says under this new timeline it could open in 2027. → Read More
HECO hopes renewable projects will help skyrocketing bills
While some are upset about the change, Hawaiian Electric and the Public Utilities Commission are hopeful that new renewable projects coming online will lessen the cost. → Read More
Hawaii prepares for big storm
City and state agencies are already preparing for the storm forecast to hit the islands this week and weekend. → Read More
Legendary Hawaii surf photographer captures his own final moments
Hawaii is mourning the loss of an iconic local surf photographer, but his loved ones are taking comfort in seeing some of his last moments captured on camera. → Read More
Hawaiʻi looks to fix misspelled license plates
Where it says Hawaiʻi on our license plates, it’s currently against state law to put an ‘okina between the two i’s. That’s according to the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Consumer Services, which is now pushing for a bill in the legislature to get that changed. → Read More
New bill aims to move Hawaii license renewals online
For some folks, balancing their work and home schedule and trying to make an appointment and come down and wait in line at the DMV could be the bane of their existence. → Read More
Bill aims at minimum wage tip credits for Hawaii service workers
There’s a new proposal in the Hawaii State Senate that would take some wages away from workers who make tips. Those who support the idea say it can help businesses and make restaurants less expensive, while opponents say it unfairly targets workers. → Read More
Wall collapse in Kailua kills man, injures others
According to the Honolulu Fire Department, the wall was 15 feet high and was behind a home, which complicated getting to the scene. → Read More
Southwest cancellations continue in Hawaii
According to FlightAware, more than 3,000 flights were canceled in the U.S. Tuesday, with Southwest calling of more than 2,000. About 40 flights were canceled in the last day in Honolulu. → Read More
More fireworks in Hawaii brings pet anxiety
“We are hearing more incidents of fireworks happening not just around New Year’s Eve and 4th of July which you would normally think about,” Hawaiian Humane Society communications manager Brandy Shimabukuro said. → Read More
Air travel delays continue in Hawaii
For many travelers, the weather has thrown a wrench into their holiday plans, from a Kona low in the islands to a blizzard storm on the mainland. Hawaiian Airlines says it canceled 37 flights today, leading to numerous delays. → Read More
Ocean View residents speak out about their Mauna Loa experience
It has now been nine days since the eruption began in the middle of the night. → Read More
Mauna Loa erupts, exits summit; ashfall advisory in effect
The worlds largest active volcano, Mauna Loa, started an eruption just before midnight Sunday on Hawaii Island. → Read More
Lava flowing outside of Mauna Loa summit, not threatening residents
Hawaii County officials have confirmed that lava has exited the summit of Mauna Loa after it started erupting on Sunday, Nov. 27 just before midnight on Hawaii Island → Read More
World’s largest active volcano continues to rumble in Hawaii
Mauna Loa remains in a yellow advisory with dozens of small daily earthquakes, a sign that the large volcano could be headed toward eruption. → Read More
Thanksgiving table scraps could lead to a sick dog, massive vet bill
Families are preparing for Thursday’s big feast, but veterinarians are warning — don’t let your four-legged friends in on all of the action → Read More
Hawaii County passes sensitive place bill for guns
After many changes and amendments, the Hawaii County Council passed a bill Wednesday that bans concealed carry of a firearm in certain locations. The Honolulu City Council will be taking up a similar proposal this month. → Read More
Carissa Moore gives golden opportunity to fans
Surfing legend Carissa Moore was scheduled to give three hours of her time at Kahala Mall to meet fans and keiki Saturday, Nov. 12 but ended up staying late to make sure she met with everyone she could. → Read More
Honolulu targets bullying on city property
The idea is to match Hawaii’s priorities with city policy, and give Keiki who are bullied a way to share how they feel without retaliation on city property or online. → Read More