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The former Don Quijote site in Waipahu could become Hawaii's first Costco Business Center, but local residents worry about increased traffic and losing a longtime local business.

Local stationery brand BUJO BAE adds island-style flair to bullet journaling tools by blending nostalgic Hilo designs (palaka patterns and anthurium) with playful slogans to help residents stay organized and creative today on Oʻahu.

Mana Up, started by Meli James and Brittany Heyd, is entering its 11th cohort after receiving more than 250 applications from island entrepreneurs.

The accelerator pairs founders with mentors, executive training and global distribution opportunities via retail outlets at Royal Hawaiian Center, Ward Village and Kahului Airport (including Aloha Markets).

A new issue on Hawai‘i investments shows hidden condo fees at Kuilei Place & booming Pokémon card trades drawing 14,000 fans, alongside Waipahu High School’s College and Career Academy opening new paths.

The feature details risks and rewards for island investors.

A Fordham Institute report found that Hawaii’s teachers union ranked fifth strongest based on a recent survey showing 96% union membership.

The report, released Monday, June 1, will be updated with profiles for 39 states between June 22 and July 13.

University of Hawaii administrators objected to the student-athlete pay legislation that failed last month, saying it could harm UH finances, while state lawmakers offered a different take on funding issues.

Hawaii's public libraries launched the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge on Jun.

1 to invite readers of all ages to track books or reading minutes for a chance to win prizes — including airline tickets.

Officials advise families to prepare emergency kits with seven to 14 days of supplies (water, food, medicine, flashlights) as hurricane season begins, spurred by recent North Shore floods while City Mill plans to restock key items like hand crank radios to support residents.

Robert Hauff and researchers noticed dying ohia tree canopies in Puna when locals reported similar declines, and new efforts to fight Rapid Ohia Death are underway.

Officials plan further study to develop methods that protect these trees (an essential part of local ecosystems).

The Honolulu Fire Department is accepting applications for Firefighter Recruit positions from today through June 4 (details are available on the City and HFD websites).

Residents near HNL, including ʻEwa areas, face increased aircraft noise as the state repairs Runway 8R/26L, closing it nightly from 4 p.m. to 4 a.m. from June 1 through Monday, June 8, weather permitting & airlines shift arrivals to Runway 4R & 8L.

Straub Benioff Medical Center opened its newly renovated Emergency Department yesterday, adding nearly 4,000 sqft of space with more private treatment rooms and expanded triage areas (improving patient care) for local patients.

Tupu Alualu starts his third season as head coach of the storied Crusaders — a team he has long served as a star player and assistant—and he shares his journey from Samoa that shaped his leadership.