Elyssa Arevalo
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Kauai bank employee stabbed while at work, son believed to be the suspect
According to preliminary reports, Landsman walked into the bank at approximately 1:15 p.m. and approached the victim and fatally stabbed her. He then fled the scene. → Read More
Community searching for Kona woman missing since Mother's Day
The family said they're optimistic they'll find their loved one soon, especially after a reported sighting earlier Wednesday. → Read More
Lime scooter company says it's continuing operations despite letter from city
A city spokesman said 90 lime scooters have been confiscated by police since the pilot program launched over the weekend. → Read More
City of Honolulu says new scooter pilot program operating illegally
The electric scooters were placed over the weekend around Ala Moana, Kakaako and Waikiki and within two days of operation, the company says they've logged more than 1400 rides. However, dozens of those scooters are now in the hands of Honolulu police. → Read More
Eruption, wet weather causing shortage of flowers used to make lei
Graduation season is officially upon us and florists across the state are scrambling to meet demand. However, Mother Nature and Madame Pele are having an effect on supply. → Read More
Sulfur dioxide from eruption creating vog, possible acid rain
All of that sulfur dioxide is creating another hazard for residents. We're talking about vog and the possibility of acid rain and it can effect people far beyond the evacuation zone. → Read More
Beware online promotions that offer free Hawaiian Airlines tickets
The Better Business Bureau of Hawaii says these types of promotions can be advanced phishing scams that can cause major headaches down the line. → Read More
Retailers prohibiting backpacks, oversized bags to prevent shoplifting
It's the latest step many companies are taking to combat thieves. → Read More
Honolulu city councilman proposes ban on ride share company surge pricing
If the measure passes, ride share companies would have a cap on how much they can charge for rides during peak usage hours. → Read More
Kauai businesses struggling to attract visitors after floods
Hanalei is a popular tourist spot and it was also one of the areas hardest hit by the storm. Even with the progress made over the last week, visitors are scarce. → Read More
Bike lane renamed in honor of cyclist killed by hit-and-run driver
Zachary Manago was on a mission to make roads safer for bicyclists and we're told it's becoming a reality. → Read More
Caught on camera: Water from damaged fire hydrant pours down on Makiki home
The hydrant was fixed but the force from the water caused damage to a nearby house. KHON2 spoke with some of the residents who live next to the fire hydrant, and we're told this isn't the first time this has happened. → Read More
Scam artists stepping up efforts during peak of tax season
We're just one week away from the filing deadline and lots of folks are posting to social media warning others to be alert. We're told the thieves are turning to new methods to get your money. → Read More
Residents concerned about Kalihi apartment building safety prior to wall collapse
A building expert says water corrosion and lack of maintenance likely caused the wall to collapse. KHON2 spoke with residents who said they worried something like this would eventually happen. → Read More
Two men injured after leaning on a second floor railing in Kalihi
Two men are hurt after a concrete railing gave way Monday afternoon. → Read More
Kapolei residents frustrated with frequent fights, vandalism by students
Residents living next to Kapolei High School say they've been dealing with issues for years. Those frustrations came to a head this week when a large brawl broke out between students. → Read More
Options available for families struggling to get snub nosed dogs to mainland
United was one of the only carriers to fly snub nosed dogs but not anymore. A woman reached out to us via the Report It feature on our website saying many families felt they were being forced to consider leaving their snub nosed pet behind. → Read More
Red Cross of Hawaii assisting displaced residents of Palolo Homes explosion
In the aftermath of the explosion, the Red Cross initially had over 100 people needing assistance. That number dropped once the other buildings were deemed safe to return to. → Read More
City councilman's city-issued cell phone stolen in vehicle burglary at YMCA
Martin said the thief took his city-issued cell phone, but the suspect also left something else behind. → Read More
Man critically injured in shark attack on Hawaii Island
Hawaii county officials told KHON2 a 25- year old man was attacked while he was stand up paddle boarding at Kukio Beach. → Read More