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Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Honolulu. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hilton Hawaiian Village will donate 450 Thanksgiving meals to the Institute for Human Services as part of a 30-year commitment to help people in need—prepared with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and other sides. The hotel will include 250 pounds of turkey and other traditional dishes to mark this long-standing support. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Longtime homeless residents are moving to a new village near Wai’anae Small Boat Harbor ahead of the holidays, with 45 already settled and 40 more relocating this month (Pu’uhonua O Wai’ane). Leaders plan to complete the clean-up and move within six months while using 20 acres purchased with a $10 million donation in 2020 to build housing and agriculture areas. Hawaii News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Waialua man nearly drowned at Paradise Cove earlier this month and spent five days in a coma before he recovered with prompt help from friends and nurse Teressa Campbell — he is now back at work at a plumbing company. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ The family of Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jeffrey Diaz said that while swimming at Barking Sands he swam to save his 9-year-old son after a strong wave pulled him away, and his wife reported he told his son 'Don’t give up. I love you' before he drowned. Hawaii News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hawaiian Pie Company in Kalihi is preparing for its busiest season as it uses family traditions with modern baking tools to meet rising Thanksgiving pie demand—relying on loyal customers to boost production. KITV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A TikTok video from October 31 shows a man holding a dead Pacific Green Sea Turtle for a photo at Kuli’ou’ou Beach Park — a violation of state and federal protected animal laws that authorities are investigating. KITV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A comprehensive guide details festive holiday events across O‘ahu from today's Royal Hawaiian Center tree lighting ceremony to parades, markets and shopping deals planned through December. Residents can enjoy free community activities—featuring live performances, family fun and local cultural celebrations—while exploring a range of seasonal highlights. Honolulu Magazine
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, public school students at King Intermediate and ‘Āhuimanu Elementary enjoyed a pre-Thanksgiving lunch featuring roast turkey, whipped potatoes, fresh veggies, whole wheat rolls, and homemade pumpkin pie — part of the district’s farm-to-school initiative. School staff said the meal was offered to ensure every student received a nutritious holiday treat during tough times. KITV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kīlauea began its 37th eruptive episode on Tuesday, Nov. 25 when lava bursts reached up to 400 feet from the north vent at Halemaʻumaʻu crater. The eruption built on signs starting Nov. 21 and officials advised visitors to be cautious of falling debris and gas emissions—especially to the southwest. KITV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Stores in Hawaii sell drinks, pills, powders, and gummies with kratom that can lead to addiction and harm — experts say the drug works like an opioid and is very risky. Lawmakers would need to pass a bill to ban these products as families face rising health risks. Hawaii News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chaminade University returns to the Maui Invitational at Lahaina Civic Center for the first time since 2019 after previous tournaments were moved due to the pandemic and wildfires. The Silverswords nearly beat Washington State on day one and have started their Division II season 3—1 while aiming to make history against Division I teams. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ University of Hawai‘i football coach Timmy Chang was named the American Football Coaches Association’s Region Five Coach of the Year for guiding the Rainbow Warriors to bowl eligibility— their first since 2019— as he finished his fourth season with a strong 6-2 start. He led UH to key wins and they remain in contention for a Mountain West championship ahead of Saturday’s season finale. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ University of Hawaii place kicker Kansei Matsuzawa — nicknamed Tokyo Toe — is one of three finalists for the Lou Groza Award and he leads the FBS with 23 made field goals this season. The award winner will be announced on December 12. Hawaii News Now
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