Kit Kats to come in new shape for the first time ever in America
(WHTM) – For the first time ever in the United States, the Hershey Company is selling Kit Kats in the shape of something other than a traditional Kit Kat "finger." Get Hawaii's latest morning news...
View ArticleLassner speaks on Angelos dismissal as UH Athletics Director
University of Hawaii President David Lassner spoke publicly at the scheduled Board of Regents meeting on Thursday, addressing the dismissal of Craig Angelos as Athletics Director for the first time....
View ArticleMysterious chemical in tap water identified after nearly 40 years: Is it toxic?
(The Hill) – An international team of scientists finally identified a mystery chemical prevalent in U.S. drinking water, sparking concerns about potential public health risks. Get Hawaii's latest...
View ArticleWalmart cinnamon rolls, danish recalled over possible plastic contamination
TOPEKA (KSNT) — Federal health officials say more than 43,000 units of breakfast food items distributed in stores nationwide are being recalled as they may contain pieces of plastic. Get Hawaii's...
View ArticleNo injuries after Maui bus's rear tires caught in sinkhole
KAHULUI, Hawaii (KHON2) -- A sinkhole opened up in Kahului while crews were making repairs to a 12-inch main break. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You The...
View ArticleTSA anticipates record Thanksgiving travel
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - This Thanksgiving week could see record travel numbers according to federal leaders. The Transportation Department says its coordinating with federal agencies and airlines to...
View ArticleSen. Schatz says partisanship is roadblock to Maui funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KHON2) -- Questions remain regarding federal funding for Maui wildfire survivors as power shifts will be underway in Washington D.C. next year. At Wednesday's Senate Appropriations...
View ArticleInjured hiker rescued from Maili Pillbox Trail
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- A hiker in her 50s was rescued on the Maili Pillbox Trail Thursday morning after suffering an injury that left her unable to descend the trail on her own. Get Hawaii's latest...
View ArticleLassner speaks for first time, but many still question firing of Angelos
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- University of Hawaii President David Lassner said he decided to fire athletics director Craig Angelos during his annual performance evaluations. It's the first time he's spoken...
View ArticleBill aimed at taxing vacant homes moves along
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Honolulu City Council Bill 46 aims at freeing up vacant homes by taxing its owners up to 3 percent of its property tax assessed value. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to...
View ArticleHawaii's recycled plastic, asphalt road shows 'no increased leaching' 2 years in
EWA BEACH, Honolulu (KHON2) -- Some Ewa Beach residents have been driving on a road that is partially made of recycled plastic for over two years. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to...
View ArticleDOH investigates human contacts with infected H5N1 flocks in Hawaii
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) is investigating potential human exposure to a flock infected with the H5N1 avian influenza virus. No human cases of the virus have been...
View ArticleGhost gun confiscations and arrests surge in Honolulu
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Honolulu police are seeing a sharp rise in ghost gun cases spotlighting a growing public safety concern. The alarming trend in these homemade weapons that are going undetected by...
View ArticleHawaii basketball readies for challenge against No. 10 North Carolina
Despite one of the most turbulent days in recent memory with the sudden ouster of athletics director Craig Angelos, the University of Hawaii men's basketball team has prepared all week against a...
View ArticleTamura's Market in Hauula will stay open
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Tamura's Market in Hauula will not be closing after all. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You A last-minute agreement between the...
View ArticleWorld premiere of "Moana 2" held at Disney Aulani Resort
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- The blue carpet was rolled out at the Disney Aulani Resort for the highly anticipated world premiere of Moana 2. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up...
View ArticleDry conditions this weekend as kona winds take over the trades
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Trade winds are set to be replaced by kona winds starting Friday night lasting through late Tuesday. Shower activity will be limited with low rain chances this weekend. A moderate...
View ArticleBig stars arrive at Moana 2 World Premiere
HONOLULU (KHON2) - Its been 8 years since Moana and Maui hit their waa into the ocean and travelled the deep blue. Get Hawaii's latest morning news delivered to your inbox, sign up for News 2 You Now,...
View ArticleRoughly $12M spent this year to manage Maui's axis deer problem; Is it working?
MAUI (KHON2) -- Lawmakers are pouring millions into controlling Maui County's axis deer problem. But where is all that money going? And are things getting any better? Download the free KHON2 app for...
View ArticleEmperor penguin who swam to Australia released 20 days after waddling onto beach
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach, officials said...
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