Hawaiian Word of the Day: Huakai

Hawaii Senator Brian Schatz is advocating for psychedlic research. Nick Grube from Honolulu Civil Beat is taking a closer look at the topic.

Stephen Pokipala, 31, is a kickboxer from Waianae who everyone is dubbing as the "Hawaiian Ryu" Street Fighter.

Guy Hagi and Hoku award-winning singer Maila Gibson try out a popular late night happy hour spot in Waikiki.

A jury also unanimously found Michael Hirokawa, 34, not guilty of attempted murder and kidnapping.

Carly Miyamoto will be going into UH Manoa's Marketing track at Schidler COllege of Business. Congrats, Carly!

Your top local headlines for Wednesday, May 31, 2023.