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Hawaii Bowl attendees advised to take public transit to avoid traffic, parking

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December 23, 2025

Hawaii Bowl attendees advised to take public transit to avoid traffic, parking

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Planning to go to the Hawaii Bowl? City leaders are encouraging fans to utilize public transportation.

The Hawaii Bowl will take place Christmas Eve in front of a sold-out crowd at the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex.

Kickoff is set for 3 p.m.

To help attendees get to and from the game, the city Department of Transportation Services (DTS) is ramping up bus services that connect Skyline’s Ahua Lagoon rail station and the UH Manoa campus.

“We want fans focused on the game, not on traffic or parking. TheBus and Skyline offer the safest and easiest way to get to UH Manoa and back home to celebrate the holiday with family,” Mayor Rick Blangiardi said.

Regular TheBus U Line service (Ahua Lagoon Drive Skyline Station–UH Manoa via the H-1 Freeway) will operate throughout the day.

To improve travel for game attendees, DTS will also run additional U Line service every 15 minutes between 12:15 p.m. and 2:45 p.m.

Along with the U Line and Skyline, the A Line (Ahua Lagoon Drive Skyline Station – UH Manoa) will be running regular weekday service between the Ahua Lagoon Drive Station and Sinclair Circle at UH Manoa.

Fans can also reach UH Manoa on Routes 1, 1L, 4, 6, and 13.

DTS encourages riders to plan ahead using the Transit App to map out routes, check arrival times, and stay on top of travel options.

Regular fares will be in effect for Skyline and TheBus. All annual and monthly fares are valid for Skyline and TheBus.

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Kainoa Wade puts down 16 kills as No. 3 UH beats No. 6 BYU in 4 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

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February 26, 2026

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Kainoa Wade puts down 16 kills as No. 3 UH beats No. 6 BYU in 4 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

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Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Tread Rosenthal, Trevell Jordan and Louis Sakanoko put up a triple block against BYU Cougars Trevor Herget during Wednesday’s NCAA men’s volleyball match at the Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center.

Kainoa Wade came on strong to lead another balanced Hawaii attack with 16 kills and the third-ranked Rainbow Warriors responded to a rare set loss in a big way to defeat No. 6 Brigham Young 27-25, 23-25, 25-17, 25-18 tonight.

A Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center crowd of 4,800, who showed up for a match scheduled just three weeks ago as a late addition to the schedule, saw Hawaii (13-1) drop the second set despite hitting .538.

UH had full command of the rest of the match and finished the night hitting .460 as a team. Louis Sakanoko added 15 kills, six digs and three aces and Adrien Roure had 14 kills in 24 swings.

Middle Travell Jordan posted a season-high seven kills in 11 swings with four blocks and Ofeck Hazan, who came into the match to start the third set, had four kills and two blocks.

Trent Moser had 18 kills to lead the Cougars (13-3), whose previous two losses came in five sets against No. 4 UC Irvine.

UH’s loss in the second set was just its sixth of the season and third in its 13 wins. Hawaii has won 10 matches in a row.

The two teams will play again on Friday night at 7.

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Covering the Cost: The cost of consumer fraud, deceptive business practices

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February 25, 2026

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Covering the Cost: The cost of consumer fraud, deceptive business practices

In HNN’s new livestream show “Covering the Cost with Annalisa Burgos,” we break down the numbers behind Hawaii’s affordability crisis in candid conversations with financial experts, entrepreneurs and community leaders.

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Coming up on today’s episode at 12:30 p.m. Hawaii time, Annalisa Burgos talks with the state Dept. of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) Deputy Director Dean Hazama about the cost of consumer fraud and how residents can protect themselves against deceptive business practices.

“At DCCA, consumer protection is not just enforcement. It’s education, outreach, and prevention,” Hazama said. “Our goal is to ensure that residents, businesses, and especially vulnerable communities have the tools they need to make informed decisions. We believe the best defense against fraud is awareness, access to information, and responsive government services.”

Hazama says the DCCA aims to be proactive, rather than reactive, by focusing on outreach and partnering with community organizations, industry groups, and other state and federal agencies to share consumer protection information.

Topics include:

Scam prevention and fraud awareness
Identity theft protection
Financial literacy
Disaster-related scams
Understanding consumer rights under Hawaii law

National Consumer Protection Week is on March 1-7, and DCCA is hosting its annual 21^st annual Consumer Protection Fair on March 5 from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at the Hawaii State Capitol, 4th Floor Lanai.

DCCA divisions and partner agencies will be available to answer questions, including AARP, BBB, FBI, Social Security, IRS, Red Cross, etc. and City and County and other state agencies.

Military service members and their families are also often targeted by scams that specifically exploit their military benefits or relocation situations.

The DCCA Military Consumer Guide is designed to help service members and their families make informed financial decisions, increase their awareness of local laws and available resources, and reduce financial stress during transitions.

“Hawaii is home to approximately 44,000 active duty service members and 5,500 National Guard personnel. Many military families experience frequent relocations, deployments, and permanent changes of station,” Hazama explained.

The DCCA says it’s also undergoing its IT Modernization Initiative, which focuses on accessibility, efficiency, and transparency through a redesigned website with improved navigation tools and eventually an AI-assisted customer support chatbot

Residents can also call a centralized call center at its new dedicated department-wide number: 1-844-808-DCCA (3222).

Hazama says this allows the DCCA to better track inquiries through a case management system and reduce missed or lost calls. Because cases remain active until resolved, it aims to improve accountability and responsiveness.

The DCCA also offers post-storm consumer guidance and insurance support.

“Following the recent high winds and heavy rain, DCCA’s Insurance Division issued a reminder to residents about how to protect their property and navigate the insurance claims process,” Hazama said.

“Natural disasters and severe weather events can create stress and confusion, and unfortunately can also open the door to fraud and misinformation. Our message to residents is simple: act promptly, document thoroughly, and know your rights.”

Remember to:

Contact your insurance company or agent immediately to report damage.
Document all damage with clear photos or videos.
Keep detailed records.

Residents can contact the Insurance Division at 1-844-808-DCCA (3222) or visit the Insurance Division’s website for additional claim-filing tips and recovery resources.

Visit DCCA‘s website cca.hawaii.gov for more information and resources.

Catch “Covering the Cost with Annalisa Burgos” Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. online, on HNN’s streaming app and anywhere you get your podcasts.

From skyrocketing housing prices to the country’s highest tax burden, Annalisa is covering the cost of aloha in America’s most expensive state and offering practical strategies, policy insights, and honest talk about what it really takes to call Hawaii home.

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