Some say it may have been designed to fail so that the city can justify charging money for garbage service.

Kaneshiro was one of very few people who could have prevented the worst of the corruption.

It’s refreshing to know that in the end, justice was delivered by 12 regular people who knew right from wrong

The visitor industry protested mightily when the mayor and city council moved to raise the hotel and resort property tax by one dollar per thousand dollars value.

Developers of the planned thirty meter telescope have reached a tremendous milestone.

This is without question the most important public corruption trial in state history.

Kuleana is the Hawaiian word for responsibility.

We were reminded recently that a car is a deadly weapon.

The first trial in the Kealoha Corruption scandal will soon be underway.

Once again, the city council has failed to come to grips with the explosion of illegal vacation rentals on Oahu.

The Illuminate Twilight Walk offers the unique opportunity to raise funds to support the hospital, while partnering with the community and businesses to promote health and wellness.

Celebrate a tradition of giving at the Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association’s 41st Annual Charity Walk.

There is a brand new charity event happening this Saturday in Kapolei.

The process of setting salaries for elected officials seems designed to avoid accountability.

The evolution of the “Me Too” movement took another interesting turn last week.

Thirteen dancers took to the stage to vie for the Miss Aloha Hula title.

It’s the week of the Olympics of hula: Merrie Monarch 2019.

A debate over water and how to decide who gets to use it is once again the most contentious issue at the state capitol.

Congratulations to Tommy Waters on his win in the East Honolulu council campaign re-match.

It didn’t get a lot of coverage, but Governor Ige has basically fired two of his cabinet members.

There is a lot more at stake than who will represent the area.

It’s great news that real NFL football is coming back to Hawaii.

The carnival is rounding out a two-weekend run on Oahu’s east side.

At this point – we have run out of time to waste on this crisis.

The slaughter of 50 people in two New Zealand mosques during Friday prayers was a horrible, cowardly act.

The recent spike in law enforcement shootings is something to be concerned about, but not necessarily in the way you might think.

Ride, Run, or Walk on behalf of the American Diabetes Association at the 2019 Tour de Cure. This year will be held at Kapiolani Regional Park on Saturday, March 16th.

They are here to make money.

We saw once again how inadequate and fragile Oahu’s highways system are.

It seems the issue of homelessness doesn’t seem top of mind at this year’s legislature.

It looks like there is consensus at the top.

The Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) is accepting applications.

Green doesn't seem afraid to intervene in a visible way on issues.

Special showings of a beloved movie classic will take place at the end of the month in select theaters across Hawaii.

This is not the way to serve the American people.

We live with many laws that are barely enforceable.

Calling all keiki soccer players: Gear up!

The governor doesn’t seem interested in change.

Its been said that if you can’t measure something, you can’t manage it. And that remains the case with Hawaii’s unmanaged response to this crisis.

Its time for him to go on leave for the good of the people and for his own reputation.

Scientist warnings about climate change have become increasingly alarming, and they are identifying more impacts that are already happening as well as more to come.

’Tis the season for the Salvation Army’s Red Kettles and bell ringers.

As with any President, his years in office were challenging and full of crossfires and controversy. But by all accounts, he treated friend and foe with respect and dignity.

The St. Louis Crusaders were once again by far the top team in Hawaii high school football.

The 51-day strike by UNITE local 5 against five Marriot properties owned by Kyo-Ya here caused a lot of pain all around.

Councilman Ikaika Anderson used some pretty crass language after losing a vote over homeless enforcement in his district.

During most of this year – police speed enforcement has been dominated by highway drivers in urban Honolulu.

This holiday season, you can make a difference for someone in need. Join Hawaii News Now, the Salvation Army and Central Pacific Bank and donate to the Angel Tree Program.

They have no one to blame but themselves if they continue to fail to bring real improvement to the quality of life in Hawaii.

It was a proud homecoming for a performer we've known since childhood and is now one of the biggest stars in music.

There is time for a conversation between all sides and new approaches to managing Mauna Kea.

Join the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk and raise awareness and funds to save lives from breast cancer.

Join the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk and raise awareness and funds to save lives from breast cancer.

We had two important stories about illegal vacation rentals last week – and they led to what feels like a breakthrough.

It's a shame the voters have had barely any chance to see the two top candidates for governor in an open debate.

Chief Ballard has promised a more open relationship with the public and she is putting action behind that promise.

The state Supreme Court did us all a favor Friday by invalidating the proposed constitutional amendment to fund public education.

Barring divine intervention, Honolulu is on a pace to having the deadliest year on our roads in a decade.