The APEC conference ended Sunday with President Obama saying, "we've got a set of tangible, concrete steps that have been taken that are going to make our economy stronger."More>>
Monday, November 14 2011 11:47 AM EST2011-11-14 16:47:18 GMT
The City and County of Honolulu urges commuters to plan ahead on Monday and leave as early as possible. Road closures in the Ewa-bound direction are expected to go into effect...More >>
Friday, November 11 2011 10:26 PM EST2011-11-12 03:26:50 GMT
Special high-security zones in and around Waikiki during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference will force the closure of the Waikiki Post Office, impacting mail access..More >>
Chinese President Hu Jintao arrives in Honolulu for the APEC Summit. Roadways were closed throughout Honolulu as President Jintao made his way to Waikiki. Traffic was at a standstill for about an hour.More >>
Wednesday, November 9 2011 12:52 AM EST2011-11-09 05:52:52 GMT
Nearly 70 people marched in Honolulu in honor of an Oahu man who was allegedly shot and killed by a federal agent before this week's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meeting.More >>
Wednesday, November 9 2011 12:17 AM EST2011-11-09 05:17:48 GMT
After today's commute, city officials will decide whether or not to alter the current APEC traffic plans. "Today is the test. And we're going to see what happens with the traffic today," said Honolulu City & County Managing Director Doug Chin during this morning's APEC press briefing.More >>
Tuesday, November 8 2011 10:27 PM EST2011-11-09 03:27:38 GMT
The right lane of Ala Moana Boulevard heading into Waikiki will close tonight from 6 p.m. until 6 a.m. to allow crews to move security barriers.More >>
Tuesday, November 8 2011 10:26 PM EST2011-11-09 03:26:28 GMT
For the first time, the U.S. Secret Service will utilize the popular social networking website Twitter in order to disseminate information during this week's Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings.More >>
Tuesday, November 8 2011 7:44 PM EST2011-11-09 00:44:53 GMT
The city Tuesday afternoon urged town-bound morning commuters from East Honolulu to avoid Kapiolani Boulevard if possible and instead utilize the H-1 Freeway,More >>
Hawaiian music and hula greeted APECvisitors as they arrived at Honolulu airport Monday, while Honolulu Police start closing down streets as APEC gets underway.
Tuesday, November 8 2011 1:05 AM EST2011-11-08 06:05:50 GMT
People who live in and around Waikiki and the Hawaii Convention Center are bracing for travel disruptions that are expected to result from road closures...More >>
Monday, November 7 2011 9:17 PM EST2011-11-08 02:17:13 GMT
The state Transportation Department has completed a project to beautify a stretch of Nimitz Highway to make a good impression on APEC summit visitors.More >>
Monday, November 7 2011 3:06 PM EST2011-11-07 20:06:49 GMT
You've seen reports for weeks about traffic restrictions in Waikiki and at Ko Olina during the APEC meetings, but even if you read every word you haven't got the full story yet.More >>
Monday, November 7 2011 2:58 PM EST2011-11-07 19:58:33 GMT
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) will hold its Leaders Week November 7-13 in Honolulu, Hawai'i. Senior Official and Ministerial meetings for Leaders Week will take place from Tuesday, November 8, 2011, through Friday, November 11, 2011, at the Hawai'i Convention Center.More >>
Saturday, November 5 2011 1:58 AM EDT2011-11-05 05:58:05 GMT
Scot Takeuchi makes eight to thirteen stops in Waikiki, delivering food and paper products for HFM FoodService. The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings will present a challenge...More >>
Friday, November 4 2011 12:26 PM EDT2011-11-04 16:26:23 GMT
Some of the first true signs that the public will see is coming this weekend as crews will begin installing APEC banners along the streets of Waikiki.More >>
Thursday, November 3 2011 4:12 PM EDT2011-11-03 20:12:50 GMT
The APEC 2011 Hawaii Host Committee in partnership with Ala Moana center will feature two special displays which highlight Hawaii in promoting clean energy, sky, ocean and earth sciences, health and life sciences, and meeting incentives, conventions and exhibitions across our state.More >>
Thursday, November 3 2011 1:09 AM EDT2011-11-03 05:09:07 GMT
The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) is advising the public of temporary park closures and restrictions during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings.More >>
Wednesday, November 2 2011 1:23 AM EDT2011-11-02 05:23:18 GMT
The World International Hula Festival was supposed to celebrate its 20th Anniversary at the Waikiki Shell this month, but the upcoming APEC conference has forced the festival to relocate.More >>
Wednesday, November 2 2011 1:02 AM EDT2011-11-02 05:02:09 GMT
Governor Neil Abercrombie insists the $7 million worth of new renovations were not because of APEC however the conference did motivate them to get the work done faster...More >>
Tuesday, November 1 2011 2:44 AM EDT2011-11-01 06:44:35 GMT
By Teri Okita – bio | email HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - At this time next week, the world's spotlight will shine on Hawaii. They're putting the finishing touches in place for APEC leaders' week. Over the...More >>
Wednesday, October 26 2011 12:42 AM EDT2011-10-26 04:42:57 GMT
A group that saves prostitutes from sex trafficking fears women working the street could double during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit...More >>
Tuesday, October 25 2011 10:55 PM EDT2011-10-26 02:55:10 GMT
Anticipating protests and other public gatherings during November's APEC conference, the American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii released a "First Amendment Toolkit" on Monday designed to help educate the public on how to protest lawfully.More >>
Saturday, October 22 2011 2:02 AM EDT2011-10-22 06:02:05 GMT
By Teri Okita – bio | email WAIPAHU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Honolulu Police will take over Ala Moana beach park for one full week during the APEC meetings, and there will no public parking at all. No drivingMore >>
Friday, October 21 2011 4:34 PM EDT2011-10-21 20:34:04 GMT
The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting will take place on Saturday, November 12, 2011, at the Hale Koa Hotel and Sunday, November 13, 2011 at the J.W. Marriott Ihilani in Ko Olina.More >>
Wednesday, October 19 2011 3:56 PM EDT2011-10-19 19:56:03 GMT
By Teri Okita – bio | email HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Just four months to go until the unprecedented APEC event in Honolulu. The APEC host committee is already laying the groundwork for publicizing theMore >>
Tuesday, October 18 2011 7:25 PM EDT2011-10-18 23:25:06 GMT
Some say its big brother, others a security must. The Honolulu Police Department released a list of the new cameras that will be used for video monitoring as a way to prevent and deter crime, and ensure the safety of APEC participants and residents.More >>
Saturday, October 8 2011 1:49 AM EDT2011-10-08 05:49:18 GMT
By Teri Okita – bio | email HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - APEC leaders week kicks off one month from today. Many are touting the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation summit as a diplomatic, economic, and marketing...More >>
Friday, October 7 2011 1:51 AM EDT2011-10-07 05:51:55 GMT
By Teri Okita – bio | email HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – He'll come for the summit but stay for the people. Philippines President Benigno Aquino is extending his visit to Hawaii beyond APEC - making plans...More >>
Tuesday, September 20 2011 3:53 PM EDT2011-09-20 19:53:59 GMT
(HawaiiNewsNow) - APEC isn't one meeting but several. The East-West Center is helping to set up the Pacific Basin Economic Council Meeting. It's November 9 and 10 at the Waikiki Beach Marriott.More >>
Tuesday, August 9 2011 12:51 AM EDT2011-08-09 04:51:03 GMT
By Teri Okita – bio | email WAIKIKI (HawaiiNewsNow) - Difficult financial market news can turn into opportunities for some. Policymakers, business leaders, and academics from five Asian countries andMore >>
Wednesday, July 27 2011 10:31 PM EDT2011-07-28 03:31:51 GMT
The White House announced Wednesday it will host a dinner in Waikiki and a leaders' meeting in West Oahu during this November's annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.More >>
President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama hosted an APECdinner at the Hale Koa Hotel in Waikiki. Leaders, like the President of China Hu Jintao and Russia's President Dmitry Medvedev were among the twenty heads of state taking part.More >>
A big disappointment for those hoping to see President Obama and the other APEC leaders dressed in aloha attire for their group photo. All the men wore black business suits and Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard wore a white suit. In group photos from previous APEC conferences, the leaders had worn traditional clothing from the host country.More >>
"Checkpoint Waikiki" started at 5 a.m. Friday morning. Cars going into Waikiki on Ala Moana at Atkinson are subject to vehicle security checks. The checkpoint is creating a huge traffic jam.More >>
Saturday, November 12 2011 9:41 PM EST2011-11-13 02:41:03 GMT
President Barack Obama says Russia's expected entrance into the World Trade Organization is a testament to President Dmitry Medvedev's hard work and will be good for the United States, Russia and the world.More >>
Saturday, November 12 2011 9:08 PM EST2011-11-13 02:08:48 GMT
Before a ballroom packed with hundreds of business executives, President Barack Obama used a question and answer format to say much of America's economic future depends on Asia...More >>
Saturday, November 12 2011 1:10 AM EST2011-11-12 06:10:20 GMT
Cab driver Bob Mingus bought new aloha shirts, tuned up his taxi, and took a class on APEC etiquette, thinking business would boom. Instead it's...More >>
Friday, November 11 2011 8:47 PM EST2011-11-12 01:47:11 GMT
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard was the first dignitary to arrive at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam this morning. Gillard - took part in Hawaii Veterans Day ceremonies and an afternoon summit discussion.More >>
Ten world leaders arrive on Friday for APEC, the leaders from Russia, Australia, Philippines, Chile, Brunei, Malaysia, Japan, Canada, Korea and the U.S. are among the 21 members 'economies' that will attend meetings in Waikiki and Ihilani throughout the weekend. More >>
Friday, November 11 2011 3:56 PM EST2011-11-11 20:56:56 GMT
Several world leaders arrived Friday morning for APEC including Russian president Dmitry Medvedev. Honolulu city officials continue to warn residents that major traffic delays, including temporary closures of major roads like the H-1 freeway, will continue through Nov. 15.More >>
Friday, November 11 2011 1:37 PM EST2011-11-11 18:37:43 GMT
Several world leaders are expected to arrive at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Friday morning. Drivers can expect road closures on the H-1 Freeway and Nimitz Highway following their arrival.More >>
Friday, November 11 2011 8:25 AM EST2011-11-11 13:25:13 GMT
Waikiki hotels report their room sales gradually increased last week as people arriving early for this week's APEC meetings, while neighbor island hotel occupancy remained lower.More >>
Thursday, November 10 2011 8:42 PM EST2011-11-11 01:42:25 GMT
Joint base Pearl Harbor/Hickam was completely locked down as the Air China plane carrying China's President, Hu Jintao, landed just before eight oclock this morning.More >>
Thursday, November 10 2011 3:22 PM EST2011-11-10 20:22:28 GMT
Watching the motorcade of Chinese President Hu Jintao pass proved to be more fun than annoying thanks to industrial strength aloha by members of the Honolulu Police Department...More >>
Thursday, November 10 2011 10:45 AM EST2011-11-10 15:45:32 GMT
Waikiki hotels are filling up with APEC attendees, but there is not yet any measurable bump in statewide visitor arrivals, nor is it yet clear how many Waikiki restaurants...More >>
Thursday, November 10 2011 10:38 AM EST2011-11-10 15:38:11 GMT
Since so many world leaders are coming to Oahu, security may be the tightest it's ever been. Law enforcements had their first test overnight. The Coast Guard, Honolulu Police...More >>
Thursday, November 10 2011 10:20 AM EST2011-11-10 15:20:02 GMT
Presidents, prime ministers, foreign secretaries and other world dignitaries will begin arriving in Honolulu Thursday. The City says the arrivals also mean road closures and area restrictions will happen at a moment's notice.More >>
Wednesday, November 9 2011 10:15 AM EST2011-11-09 15:15:01 GMT
Yoshihiko Noda, the prime minister of Japan, has been expected to announce this week that Japan will join a round of trade talks called TPP, the Trans-Pacific Partnership...More >>
Monday, November 14 2011 10:13 AM EST2011-11-14 15:13:12 GMT
The Department of Transportation is trying to figure out why a Honolulu Police Department officer was severely shocked by road lighting. According to officials, the incident... More >>
Monday, November 7 2011 2:58 PM EST2011-11-07 19:58:33 GMT
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) will hold its Leaders Week November 7-13 in Honolulu, Hawai'i. Senior Official and Ministerial meetings for Leaders Week will take place from Tuesday, November 8, 2011, through Friday, November 11, 2011, at the Hawai'i Convention Center.More >>
