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Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Honolulu. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, hundreds met at Iolani Palace for the annual Men’s March Against Domestic Violence in Honolulu while young boys listened to speakers discuss choosing role models. Nelson Sua—who grew up in a home with violence and was featured in a 1995 news report with his brothers—shared his story to help break the cycle for future generations. KITV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Honolulu firefighters extinguished a blaze at a Nanakuli home that displaced seven people — investigators looked into the cause as the Red Cross assisted the affected residents without any injuries reported. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The October magazine issue examines women’s workplace challenges and exposes the motherhood penalty ahead of the upcoming 2025 Wāhine Forum — a gathering that will host 1,000 leaders. It also introduces a new column, Trial and Error, that will spotlight the experiences of local 20- and 30—somethings. Hawaii Business
- ➤ On October 1, Trustee Keli‘i Akina and Trustee Dan Ahuna welcomed 40 International Youth Ambassadors from Taiwan—who learned about Native Hawaiian traditions and values—at OHA. The young visitors shared insights on indigenous heritage and will use these lessons to help build Pacific ties when they return home. Hawaii Free Press
- ➤ The Polynesian Cultural Center is marking its anniversary during Mahalo Month with special offers — a free community concert is planned for October. The center invites locals to join in the festivities and enjoy cultural experiences. KITV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, a UHERO report warns Hawaii nonprofits face a $126M shortfall in unpaid federal grants as the government shutdown adds stress with 74 grants at risk—most in healthcare and Native Hawaiian programs. The report says cuts could affect Medicaid for 49,000 residents and SNAP for 22,000, and local organizations are working to help fill the gap. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Hawaii lawmakers may introduce a bill to stop forced labor in making electric vehicle parts in the next legislative session — the measure would require makers to prove no forced or child labor was used in production. Hawaii Free Press
- ➤ Paakea Road reopened today in Nanakuli—providing drivers with another access route along the 6-mile stretch between Nanakuli and Maili Beach. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Gov. Josh Green discussed plans to bring UFC to Hawaii’s New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District when it opens in March 2029—he met with UFC president Dana White and fighter Max Holloway in Maui during a donation for wildfire survivors. The governor said he will work out the details soon and that the plan may include a training facility like the one in Las Vegas. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials warned Hawaii residents not to eat frozen raw shrimp recalled by Sea Port Products due to possible Cesium-137 contamination. The shrimp sold in 1- and 2-pound bags at small retailers between July 10 and Sept. 22 should be discarded or returned for a full refund. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Hoakalei Country Club in Ewa Beach, top women golfers are competing in the first round of the Lotte Championship this week—local players Lani Luafalealo, Alexa Takai, and Allisen Corpuz recorded scores of one-under 71, two-over 74, and four-under 68, showing strong play from local talent. KITV
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.
~ James Clear
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