Hawai’i entered Thursday night with a clear objective: win and clinch a spot in next week’s Big West Tournament. But after a promising start, the Rainbow Warriors faltered down the stretch, falling 76-64 to Cal State Bakersfield on the road. UH (15-15, 7-12 Big West) jumped out to a 7-0 lead and carried a four-point
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The grandmother of the toddler who prosecutors said died of abuse by her mother has filed a lawsuit against the state. Three-year-old Sarai Perez Riviera died at her Kapolei home in June 2024. Mother, girlfriend charged for murder of 3-year-old girl The Medical Examiner said the cause of death was starvation and
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Fireworks safety was a key part of state lawmakers’ plans this session, but only a few bills are moving forward. After the deadly New Year’s explosion in Aliamanu, fireworks safety was at the top of everyone’s minds, but just a few of the 13 state Senate fireworks bills are advancing to the
HONOLULU (KHON2) — If you passed by the Capitol and saw signs in favor of invasive species, don’t worry you were not the only one. Environmental group, The Sierra Club of Hawaii, took to the streets in a parody demonstration called “Street Theatre” to point out the absurdity of shortchanging programs and policies aimed at
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Scams at cryptocurrency ATMs have cost people in the islands $28 million in 2023. You might have seen one as there are reportedly 87 of them in the islands. A bill that just passed the State House aims to limit the risk of scams. Maui resident ‘barely sleeps,’ provides 24-hour care for
HONOLULU (KHON2) — In a bold move, President Trump is expected to sign an executive order to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education as he looks to shrink the size of federal government. The Trump administration is preparing to eliminate the Department of Education, with a draft executive order directing education secretary Linda McMahon to
LOS ANGELES (NewsNation) — A former Olympian and Canadian national was added Thursday to the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, the Federal Bureau of Investigation announced. The U.S. State Department has offered a reward of up to $10 million for the arrest and/or conviction of Ryan Wedding, 43, a former Olympic snowboarder. Wedding is
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A Big Wave surfer on the Big Island has been charged with 25 offenses including abuse, unlawful imprisonment and possession of firearms. According to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, 46-year-old Kealiiwainue Mamala is facing charges for domestic incidents that occurred between November 2024 and March 2025. Murder suspect dead after officer-involved
EWA BEACH, Hawaii (KHON2) — The Ewa Beach community celebrated a moment that has been years in the making — the groundbreaking of a highly anticipated athletic complex facility at James Campbell High School. Hawaii Athletics announces partnership with Nike, BSN Sports On Thursday, March 6, the Department of Education, Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke and
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Maui Health is now accepting applications for its paid Summer Internship Program, giving college students an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the healthcare industry. Eating healthy can be as simple as selecting more whole foods, getting family involved The program allows participants to explore vital non-clinical roles that support patient
