Batarti Gabbard, the suspect identified in Sunday’s Waikīkī stranger danger case, is the brother of former national intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard and son of state Sen. Mike Gabbard. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/18/tulsi-gabbards-brother-charged-waikiki-stranger-danger-incident/ 

BALLOTS ARE ARRIVING 🗳️ Here’s everything you need to know to make your vote count in the primary election. ⬇️ https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/18/what-know-about-hawaiis-primary-election-ballots-voting-centers-results/ 

START, BENCH, CUT 🏈 We asked UH Rainbow Warriors Micah Alejado, Cam Barfield, Jamih Otis, and Elijah Palmer for their depth chart of local food favorites: poke bowl, loco moco, Spam musubi. Did they make the right call?

A man is in federal custody after customs officers said they found methamphetamine inside two of his carry-on bags as he attempted to board a flight from Honolulu to Seoul, South Korea, on July 10. Head to HawaiiNewsNow.com for the full story.

Case of cyclosporiasis confirmed in Hawaii visitor ⬇ 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/16/case-cyclosporiasis-confirmed-hawaii-visitor/  #cyclosporiasis #infection #parasitic #hawaii

Mountain West football media days kicked off at The Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas. Check out sights and sounds from Day 1 and get the full recap here: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/16/four-uh-players-earn-preseason-all-conference-honors-mountain-west-media-days/ 

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi said the city is in the final stages of negotiations to bring the iconic bears to the Honolulu Zoo. ⬇ 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/16/city-final-negotiations-bring-giant-pandas-honolulu-zoo/ 

A motorcyclist who died after a crash Tuesday afternoon on Kapiolani Boulevard in Moiliili has been identified by the medical examiner as Kenneth Calimpong, 51. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/15/motorcyclist-killed-crash-kapiolani-boulevard-identified/ 

Police say a motorcyclist died after a crash on Kapiʻolani Boulevard in Moʻiliʻili that involved a driver making a U-turn. Rep. Ikaika Olds said he was campaigning nearby, heard the collision and ran to help. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/15/motorcyclist-killed-crash-kapiolani-blvd/ 

The H-1 Freeway eastbound is gridlocked from Waimalu after a drain grate popped out — the left lane is closed as crews weld it back into place. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/14/h-1-east-lane-closed-waimalu-crews-weld-drain-grate-back-into-place/ 

TRAFFIC ALERT: The left eastbound lane of the H-1 is closed before the Waimalu exit while crews reattach a drain grate, backing up traffic past Manager’s Drive. #hitraffic

The Honolulu Police Department is investigating a stranger danger incident at the Waikiki hotel pool area Sunday. Head to HawaiiNewsNow.com for the full story.

Viral Maui smoke shop video sparks discussion on youth violence prevention 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/13/viral-maui-smoke-shop-video-sparks-discussion-youth-violence-prevention/ 

BREAKING NEWS: U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham died Saturday after a brief and unexpected illness, his office said in statement posted on social media. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/12/sen-lindsey-graham-dies-after-brief-unexpected-illness-his-office-says/ 

A village of tiny homes in Kalihi is celebrating its upcoming expansion with colorful murals by a local artist — something "beautiful and peaceful where people would wake up and hear the birds." https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/11/vibrant-murals-mark-kalihi-kauhales-phase-two-expansion/ 

Evacuations are underway due to a wildfire in South Kohala. Officials said Buildings 4 and 5 of the Lofts have been evacuated. Waikoloa Elementary School Cafeteria is open as an evacuation shelter. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/11/firefighters-battle-wildfire-hawaii-island/ 

The 14-year-old suspect connected to a carjacking case out of Waianae that ended with a crash in town has been charged. Head to HawaiiNewsNow.com for the full story.

A jury found Larry Millete guilty of first-degree murder in the death of Radford High School graduate Maya Millete. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/10/husband-found-guilty-murdering-radford-high-graduate-maya-millete/ 

HELP GUIDE THE CONVERSATION: Who should be Hawaiʻi’s next lieutenant governor? Send your questions to spotlightnow@hawaiinewsnow.com or comment below, and we may ask them live on Spotlight Now. 7/14: Della Au Belatti and Derek Kawakami 7/21: John Choi

BREAKING NEWS: Falling construction debris shut down S. King Street from Cooke Street to Ward Avenue. Contractor Hawaiian Dredging says a temporary guardrail system became dislodged and fell. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/09/falling-construction-debris-prompts-road-closure-honolulu/ 

Falling construction debris prompted a road closure in downtown Honolulu Wednesday. Just before 8 p.m., the city said S. King Street was shut down between Cooke Street and Ward Avenue. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/09/falling-construction-debris-prompts-road-closure-honolulu/

‘DIG DEEP’ 🛶 Kelsey Pfendler shares what it took to row 2,400 miles from Monterey to Honolulu in record time — battling exhaustion, auditory hallucinations, and rough conditions. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/08/dig-deep-kelsey-pfendler-describes-record-breaking-journey-solo-rowing-hawaii/ 

Kolten Wong, Hilo native and Kamehameha Hawaiʻi alum, retired after 11 MLB seasons with the Cardinals, Brewers, Mariners, and Dodgers. In this episode, he reflects on retirement, his journey, and lessons learned. #KoltenWong #TheLongGame #Podcasts #Hawaii #HawaiiNewsNow #MajorLeagueBaseball #MLB

While many celebrated the Fourth of July, volunteers were trying to protect a Hawaiian monk seal mother, Rocky, and her pup at Nimitz Beach. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/06/volunteers-say-july-4th-festivities-frightened-rocky-seal-newborn-pup/ 

While many across Hawaii spent the Fourth of July at barbecues, beaches and fireworks celebrations, others gathered at Iolani Palace to reflect on Hawaiian history and sovereignty. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/05/fourth-july-brings-contrasting-perspectives-across-hawaii/ 

A woman has died after a single-vehicle crash that shut down the H-1 Freeway westbound in Honolulu Saturday. Drivers are being diverted off the freeway at the North School Street cutoff. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/05/crash-shuts-down-h-1-west-near-aala-st-overpass/ 

Hundreds gathered along Magic Island Friday to watch solo-rower Kelsey Pfendler complete her record-breaking journey from California to Hawaii. 🔗: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/04/record-breaking-solo-rower-kelsey-pfendler-arrives-hawaii/ 

Jeremy Calizo, 23, avoided jail after a no-contest plea to six felonies tied to illegal explosive devices recovered in December 2024, and must complete 240 hours of community service. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/03/man-avoids-jail-after-no-contest-plea-illegal-explosive-device-case/ 

A massive fireworks show over Waikiki, a “Flowerworks” drop and rodeo on Maui and much more, all marking the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. 🎆 Here’s your July 4 guide by island ⬇️ https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/02/your-guide-2026-fourth-july-fireworks-celebrations-hawaii/ 

Don’t wait for the next storm track. Water, meds, documents, pet needs — make sure you and your ʻohana are covered. Download HNN’s Hurricane Kit Checklist and prep your kit now. https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/06/19/how-build-hurricane-kit-tips-help-your-family-prepare-emergencies/