Hawai‘i’s Social Media Stars
Six influencers describe how they gain followings and make money. It’s riches for a few and much harder for the rest.
Lifestyle
Like Airbnb But on Wheels
Locals use web-based services like Turo to rent their cars to strangers for extra income. One host couple say they now offer 75 cars owned by themselves and others.
Bringing New Life to Hawai‘i Island’s “Hele-On” Service
The county’s mass transit system, which includes its buses, ride-share taxi program, bike-share services and paratransit services, is going through a major revamp.
New Wheels for TheBus
Some buses have passed the million-mile mark. Now the fleet is getting an overhaul, including new EV and clean-diesel models.
5 Tips on Finding Moments of Joy in Your Day
For stressed-out leaders, an executive coach offers simple steps to rekindle happiness and gratitude.
Tracking Hawai‘i Paychecks Versus Living Costs Since 1969
To see if people are better off than their grandparents, we compared wages after inflation, debt loads, where people spent their money and more.
Capturing the Look and Feel of Old Honolulu
Old Queen Street Stadium showcases sports memorabilia and the “fabrics and textures of Hawai‘i.”
My Job Is Making Ice Cream with Local Ingredients
Sage Creamery favorites include vanilla, chocolate, honey, fruit, coffee and tea.
You Don’t Need 4 Wheels to Go Electric
For short trips, e-bikes and scooters, Onewheels and even electric unicycles are fuel efficient, easy to park and lots of fun.
The Downtown Honolulu Parking Guide is Back
Need a parking space in the city for a month or just a day? Check our online guide, which includes locations, daily and monthly prices, and more information to find the right place at the right price.
Honolulu Has a New Shop for Vinyl Records and Indie Labels
Roger Bong’s Aloha Got Soul (AGS) in Mō‘ili‘ili sells new and vintage releases, including from his own label featuring local musicians.
O‘ahu’s Mobility Hubs Will Make Ditching the Car More Attractive
Planned hubs near Pearlridge Center and Ala Moana Center will help people transfer between rail, buses, bikes and car services.
Vintage Mu‘umu‘u “Transcends Generations”
Marion Jones is turning her love for Hawai‘i’s signature garment into a new nonprofit devoted to workshops and learning.
Pusong Filipinx Showcases Millennial Entrepreneurs and Creatives
The roving market introduces Filipino-inspired products and food to a wider audience. Check out the next Bishop Museum event in April.
EV Sales in Hawai‘i Are Up 30.6%, and Many Buyers Say They’re Glad They Made the Switch
An electric car (or bike!) is cheaper per mile than gas-powered vehicles and far better for the environment.
How Has the Pandemic Changed Your Behavior?
Surveys of business leaders and the general public ask about remote work, shopping, eating out and more.
Two Surveys Ask About Covid-19 Issues at Work and at Home
We asked about personal vaccination statuses, whether workplaces have vaccination policies and how concerned people are about contracting the virus.
Creating a Winter Wonderland at Aloha Stadium
The second annual holiday extravaganza will feature 3 million lights synchronized to Christmas music.
Thinking About Death Should be Part of Your Life
We interviewed people who help individuals and their families cope with death and celebrate the lives of those who have passed.
Local Funerals Smaller, Delayed or Virtual During Covid-19
Pandemic restrictions only allow small gatherings, so families and funeral homes have had to get creative so people can say goodbye to loved ones.
Tattoos in the Workplace Are an Evolving Issue in Hawai‘i
We talked with lawyers, companies, a tattoo artist and other people about what can be prohibited and what should be allowed.
Do’s and Don’ts of Using Grandparents for Child Care
Lessons learned from both grandparents and parents about navigating these relationships.
Grandparents Are Great, But They Can’t Solve All of Hawai‘i’s Child Care Needs
Hawai‘i’s high cost of living often drives the need for grandparent-provided child care. But many grandparents can’t provide care because they are still working or live on the Mainland. Here’s what else is needed.
Grandparents Help Hawai‘i Parents Get the Job Done
Grandmothers and grandfathers are storytellers, sources of wisdom, keepers of family legacies and teachers. But perhaps their most important role in Hawai‘i is to help working parents raise their keiki.