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Mega Monster Mash brings Halloween community event to Wai Kai

KHON2 / 9h

The Mega Monster Mash is scheduled to take place on Oct. 24 at Wai Kai, offering a free Halloween celebration with various shows, vendors, and trick-or-treating for families.

Hawaiʻi Island police investigate fatal Ocean View shooting

KHON2 / 10h

Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday in Ocean View, leaving a suspect dead and an officer injured.

Diamond Bakery celebrates 105 years with free community event

KHON2 / 11h

Diamond Bakery will hold a free community celebration at its Kalihi factory on Oct. 12 to mark its 105th anniversary.

Ala Moana development takes another step forward, Honolulu City Council unanimously approves project

KHON2 / 12h

The Honolulu City Council unanimously approved a proposed mixed-use development project at the Ala Moana Shopping Center despite significant community debate over its potential impact on the state's housing crisis.

Energizing Hawaii's young voters ahead of Midterm General Election

KHON2 / 12h

As the 2026 midterm elections approach, political organizers in Hawaii are working to increase youth voter participation following a primary election that saw only a 33.2% turnout.

Chief Pelletier on paid leave amid federal corruption investigation

KHON2 / 12h

The Maui Police Commission unanimously voted to place Police Chief John Pelletier on paid administrative leave pending an independent review of his oversight following federal bribery charges against a former unit head.

State audit flags $13.7 million in Kauhale payments

Audit flags Kauhale spending failures

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KHON2 / 13h

A state audit found that the Hawaii Office on Homelessness and Housing Solutions lacked necessary oversight for its Kauhale Initiative, identifying over $13.7 million in unauthorized or questionable payments to nonprofit partner HomeAid Hawaii.

Energetic & full of adventure: Dante Basco looking for fur-ever ohana

KHON2 / 13h

Dante Basco, a 1-year-old terrier mix at the Hawaiian Humane Society's Ewa campus, is seeking a new home with his adoption fee sponsored by the Reid Krucky Memorial Fund.

Experience Hawaiʻi's best landscapes on these 12 trails

KHON2 / 16h

KHON2.com's Unfit Adventurer highlights 12 essential hiking trails across the Hawaiian Islands, offering recommendations for both residents and visitors.

Kailua paddlers find strength for Molokai Hoe after tragic loss

KHON2 / 17h

Kailua Canoe Club members honor fallen teammate Joey by paddling in the Molokai Hoe despite recent tragedy.

New SurfPod station for easy access to Waikiki surfing makes its debut

KHON2 / 17h

SurfUp launched the first automated surfboard rental station at the Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach Resort & Spa, allowing beachgoers to unlock boards via their phones.

Keahiakahoe Canoe Club's history to carry them across Kaiwi Channel in Molokai Hoe

KHON2 / 18h

Keahiakahoe Canoe Club will compete in the 2026 Molokai Hoe World Championships, honoring their long history of culture and community.

These local heroes are saving Hawaiʻi's bees while protecting residents' property

KHON2 / 18h

Honey Bee Rescue 808 founder Peter Morrow advises Oʻahu residents to contact professionals rather than using insecticides when encountering bee swarms to ensure the safety of both humans and the local ecosystem.

Hawaiʻi General Election: What you Need2Know before Nov. 3

KHON2 / 19h

Several races in Hawaiʻi's primary election resulted in mandatory recounts to determine which candidate will represent each party in the general election.

Hawaii student spotlights simple steps for sustainability

KHON2 / 19h

Maya Kimura, a Maryknoll School senior, is organizing Aloha Green Week to promote a plastic-free environment and protect Hawaii's oceans.

U.S. passports receive new design, new features, new way to renew: PHOTOS

US first passports fully online

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KHON2 / 19h

The U.S. State Department is set to modernize the passport process by introducing online applications in 2027 and launching a redesigned passport featuring historical imagery and animation in 2028.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: What you Need 2Know

Cybersecurity awareness promotes safety training

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KHON2 / 19h

Hawaii consumers lost over $158,000 to online scams last year, per new BBB data. Learn how to protect your accounts during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Americans spend most on groceries in these 15 cities, study finds

Cities spend heavily on groceries

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KHON2 / 20h

Inflation has backed off from the eye-watering double digit numbers after the pandemic, but unfortunately for Americans grocery store prices haven't gone down – an especially painful trend for residents of some U.S. cities, according to a new study.

Hawaiʻi's Green winners pivot toward sustainable tourism

KHON2 / 20h

The Hawaiʻi Green Business Program recently recognized 51 businesses and events across five islands for their significant achievements in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and natural resource preservation.

How women can be proactive when it comes to breast health

KHON2 / 21h

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in U.S. women. Schedule a mammogram via the website for early detection.

Hershey adds disclaimer to Reese's Pumpkins wrappers ahead of Halloween

Hershey adds pumpkin disclaimer

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KHON2 / 21h

The disclaimer comes years after customers accused the company of false advertising.

From 'flat buttocks' to your coffee consumption: Amazon feature reveals what it thinks about you

Amazon reveals quirky customer profiles

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KHON2 / 21h