HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaiʻi’s high cost of living presents unique financial challenges, from expensive housing to everyday necessities. Effective financial planning is essential for long-term security, but many residents struggle to navigate saving, investing and wealth-building strategies. KHON2.com sat down with Taylor Nakamura who is a financial advisor with Northwestern Mutual in Honolulu. He has
(The Hill) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday notified approximately 180 employees who were laid off two weeks ago that they can return to work, according to The Associated Press. Two federal health officials briefed on the tally, but not authorized to speak publicly, told the AP that roughly 180
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The S&P Global Flash US PMI report for February 2025 shows that business growth in the United States slowed down. The report measures how well the economy is doing in different areas, like manufacturing (factories) and services (businesses that provide help rather than products). Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The God Squad is a special committee that has the power to decide whether to allow federal projects to move forward even if they might cause the extinction of an endangered or indigenous species. The Endangered Species Committee, colloquially known as the ‘God Squad’ was created by Congress in 1978 as amendments
NEW YORK (AP) — A Cheeto shaped like the beloved Pokémon Charizard has sold at auction for a total cost of $87,840. This undated photo provided by Goldin Auctions shows a Cheeto shaped like the Pokémon Charizard that has sold at auction for $87,840. (Goldin Auctionsvia AP) The Goldin auction house listed the snack as sold on
HONOLULU (KHON2) — In the ahupuaʻa of Waikīkī, which lies in the moku of Kona here on Oʻahu, stands a roadway named after a haole merchant. We’re speaking of Lewers St. Hawaiian language was nearly silenced By the middle of the 1800s, Ireland native Christopher Lewers arrived in Honolulu and started a lumber business. In partnership with a man named Joshua
HONOLULU (KHON2) — As Hōkūleʻa prepares to celebrate her 50th anniversary, KHON2 looks back at her triumphs and her tragedies. Get Hawaii’s latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You In the special Hōkūleʻa: Decades of Discovery, we hear from some of the men and women who accomplished what many
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Trade winds returned to the islands in a big way to start the month of March. Wind speeds are approaching 30 mph sustained with gusts to 50 mph. These wind speeds are expected through at least Tuesday. Trade winds will pushing in light to moderate showers primarily over windward locales. Tonight/Thursday: More
After an impressive 2-0 start in Big West Conference play, No. 3 Hawaii returned to non-conference action with a dominant sweep of Lindenwood, winning 25-13, 25-20, 27-25 in Manoa on Thursday night. Hawaii (16-1) hit .522 as a team and extended its winning streak to three matches, dating back to its Big West series against
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Tax season can bring a mix of anticipation and dread, which could make you vulnerable to scams. Tax season scams victimize people every year. The best way to protect yourself is to file your taxes earlier than later, according to officials. BBB details riskiest scams to help keep you protected “Filing taxes
