Brigette Namata

Honolulu

News Anchor at KHON-TV (Honolulu, HI)

Evening News Anchor on KHON2 News at 5, 7 & 9pm at KHON2 News. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii.

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Hawaii’s Filipino community gears up for inaugural Palarong Pinoy 2025

3 days ago | khon2.com | Brigette Namata

HONOLULU, HI (KHON) – The Filipino community in Hawaii is inviting residents of all ages to participate in the inaugural Palarong Pinoy 2025, a unique event aimed at preserving cultural heritage and bridging generations through the joy of traditional Filipino games. Expecting over 100 participants, organizers promise Palarong Pinoy 2025 to be one of Hawaii’s most significant Filipino cultural celebrations of the year.
Iolani School student represents Hawaii at 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee

2 weeks ago | khon2.com | Brigette Namata

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Kira Lau, 13, is a spelling powerhouse. The Iolani School student recently represented Hawai‘i at the 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee, a milestone year for the prestigious competition that draws top young spellers from across the country.
New Hawaiʻi law protects earnings of child performers

3 weeks ago | khon2.com | Brigette Namata

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New Hawaiʻi law protects earnings of child performers

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Brigette Namata

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Governor Josh Green signed a new law June 4 that ensures young entertainers in Hawaiʻi can protect and access their hard-earned money when they reach adulthood. House Bill 874, now Act 173, requires parents or guardians of child performers to set up a trust fund before the child starts working in the entertainment industry. Employers must deposit at least 15% of the child’s gross earnings into the account.
Hawaiian Electric unveils $350M wildfire safety plan that could raise customer bills

3 weeks ago | khon2.com | Brigette Namata

HONOLULU (KHON2) – Hawaiian Electric has released a more detailed version of its three-year wildfire safety strategy, aimed at reducing wildfire risks and strengthening grid resilience across the state, with a particular focus on Maui, which it identifies as the area of highest risk. The $350 million plan, filed with the Public Utilities Commission, proposes major investments in technology, infrastructure, and fire hazard mitigation, along with increased community collaboration.
10 new lifeguards graduate from Honolulu Ocean Safety Department

4 weeks ago | khon2.com | Brigette Namata

EWA BEACH, Hawaii (KHON2) — The Honolulu Ocean Safety Department is celebrating a new wave of lifeguards today, as 10 recruits officially graduated from the city’s rigorous training program at the Ewa Beach Training Facility. Nine men and one woman completed seven weeks of intense instruction and field training. The recruits began their program in April, mastering first aid, wound care, and CPR in the classroom, as well as hands-on ocean rescue techniques using rescue tubes and boards.
Woman rescued from roof during Kalihi house fire

1 month ago | khon2.com | Brigette Namata

KALIHI, Hawaii (KHON) — A woman is safe after a fast-moving fire tore through a two-story home in Kalihi on the morning of May 16. The Honolulu Fire Department says it received a 911 call at 10:27 a.m. reporting a building fire on Kalihi Street. Ten units, including 39 firefighters, were dispatched to the scene. The first crew arrived just six minutes later to find the home fully engulfed in flames.
Woman rescued from roof during Kalihi house fire

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Brigette Namata

KALIHI, Hawaii (KHON) — A woman is safe after a fast-moving fire tore through a two-story home in Kalihi on the morning of May 16. The Honolulu Fire Department says it received a 911 call at 10:27 a.m. reporting a building fire on Kalihi Street. Ten units, including 39 firefighters, were dispatched to the scene. The first crew arrived just six minutes later to find the home fully engulfed in flames.
Woman rescued from roof during Kalihi house fire

1 month ago | khon2.com | Emily Cervantes |Brigette Namata

KALIHI, Hawaii (KHON2) — A woman is safe after a fast-moving fire tore through a two-story home in Kalihi on the morning of May 16. The 911 call was made just before 10:30 a.m. when a working fire was reported at a two-story home. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest newsTen units, including 39 firefighters, were dispatched to the scene. The first crew arrived just six minutes later to find the home fully engulfed in flames.
Kaimuki Middle School students sweep national drone tournament

1 month ago | khon2.com | Brigette Namata

KAIMUKI, HI (KHON) – They’re not even in high school yet, but a group of middle schoolers from Kaimuki Middle School are already making waves in the world of drone competitions. With precision piloting, advanced coding skills and hours of dedicated teamwork, the team recently swept a prestigious national drone competition in San Jose, California.