Casey Lund

While people are urged to stay away from impacted neighborhoods, local business leaders stressed that Haleiwa town is open and that respectful support can help the community recover.

Now in its eighth year, Volunteer Month Hawaii aims to get as many people as possible connected with local organizations that need help.

Published Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:39 PM EDT | Updated moments ago

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Businesses on Oahu's North Shore are asking for community support after the Kona low storms in March.

Corpse flowers can go years without blooming, which makes this a rare chance to see, and smell, the pungent plant.

The annual Ko Olina Children’s Festival is returning Saturday, May 9, from 3 to 8 p.m., celebrating its 10th anniversary with a paniolo-inspired theme ahead of the release of Toy Story 5. The family-friendly event will feature pony rides, interactive activities, arts and crafts, live entertainment, local food vendors and a sunset screening of the original Toy Story. Since launching in 2014, the festival has raised more than $500,000 to support Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - With the Hawaii Adaptive Surfing Championships in full swing this week , a film screening Wednesday night will put the spotlight on Maui adaptive surfer Aaron Paulk.

Letter carriers across Hawaii will collect nonperishable food left by mailboxes Saturday, May 9, for the “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive benefiting local pantries.

Consolidated Theatres is celebrating May the 4th with themed movie menus, collectible merchandise and a preview of the upcoming Star Wars film The Mandalorian and Grogu, arriving in theaters May 22. Sunrise visited ʻŌlino by Consolidated Theatres in Kapolei for a look at the special offerings and summer movie lineup.

On Friday, May 15, the students will open up the exhibit to family, friends, and the community with new public museum tours.