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Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Honolulu. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division is asking local volunteers to staff Red Kettles in November and December to help support programs that provide food, shelter and treatment services; virtual options are available for those who cannot volunteer in person. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Kaumana Kalama’s childhood home in Halawa is being rebuilt after his father was killed in the line of duty nearly six years ago and his mother passed away five months later. The rebuild will finish soon and he hopes to return during winter break — community donations and family support made the project possible. Hawaii News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 66-year-old woman was taken to hospital after hiking the trail at Kaena Point State Park on Tuesday—she suffered heat exhaustion and remains in serious condition. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lē‘ahi Brewing Co. opened two weeks ago at Aloha Tower Marketplace with a goal to restore Diamond Head’s slopes by funding work at Kuilei Cliffs through its beer sales—money from every pint supports Mahi‘ai Market and local restoration efforts. The brewery serves 18 taps with craft beers made from local ingredients and is open Thursday to Saturday from 3 to 7:30 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 7:30 p.m. Honolulu Magazine
- ➤ CU—one of South Korea's most popular convenience stores—opened today on Bishop Street in Downtown Honolulu, where hundreds gathered for the unveiling and a traditional Hawaiian blessing. The chain, with 18,500 stores in South Korea and 730 globally, makes its debut in our downtown as excitement grows around its arrival. KITV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is celebrating Hawaii’s rich coffee heritage in Kailua-Kona today — Carly Yoshida is live with Miss Kona Coffee Zoe Gacayan to cover the festivities. KITV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UH Manoa is hosting an open house this Saturday that offers campus tours and live entertainment for visitors to explore Hawaii's largest university — the event will give students and local community members a firsthand look at campus life. KITV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hawaiian Electric is monitoring high winds and dry conditions on Hawaii Island that may raise wildfire risks, and its Public Safety Power Shutoff program is in a 'watch' condition if weather worsens in the next 24 to 48 hours. Customers in areas like Waikoloa, Kailua-Kona, Holualoa, Keauhou, and Kawaihae are urged to start their emergency plans now—additional outages could occur due to other weather-related issues. Hawaii Tribune-Herald
- ➤ Hawaii's Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the Hawaiian Native Corporation launched the Nā ʻElele o Kahikina Congressional Fellows Program in Washington, D.C.—the program will let college graduates work in congressional offices with full financial support while applications for the first quarter close on November 21. This competitive fellowship will give young leaders practical experience in federal policymaking. Hawaii Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chef Chai restaurant on Kapiolani Boulevard in Kakaako was shut down on Wednesday, Nov 12— a health inspector found the new owner did not have a valid food establishment permit. The restaurant will remain closed until the new owner applies for the required permit from the Department of Health Food Safety Branch. KITV
- ➤ During National Diabetes Awareness Month, local dietitians, nutritionists + researchers are sharing facts on diabetes risks and healthy treatment options while urging Honolulu residents to know their key health numbers. Dietitian Dash Corpe and researcher Mariana Gerschenson stress that personalized eating plans and early detection are essential to prevent serious complications. Hawaii News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Forty-five student-athletes signed National Letters of Intent on Wednesday morning in Waikiki to lock in their college choices. Their commitment marks the first National Signing Day for the Class of 2026. Hawaii News Now
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