Hawaiʻi officials mourn the death of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd, acknowledging his impactful service and expressing condolences to his family and colleagues.

Waimea families will compete in a gingerbread house contest, the "South Kohala Sugar Showdown," on Dec. 17, hosted by the Hawai‘i Police and partners.

Maui's curbside trash pickup will resume on December 16 after a suspension caused by mechanical issues and staff shortages in the Kula and Haʻikū/Pauwela areas.

The Housing Agency seeks proposals for its Homeless Program grants, with a submission deadline of January 30 and a cutoff time of 4:30 p.m. Details are on the Kauai County website.

The Hawai‘i Police Department is hosting two "Coffee With a Cop" events in West Hawai‘i to facilitate casual talks between police officers and community members, aiming to build trust and rapport.

Heavy rainfall hits Honolulu, causing flooding concerns and prompting a Flood Watch. Kauai and Oahu are affected, with aviation and marine warnings issued; however, fire weather risk remains low.

Honolulu Police are seeking three suspects in a fatal shooting in Hālawa, who fled in a light-colored car towards Aloha Stadium. They urge witnesses or those with footage to contact them.

Honolulu Police reported gunshots at Kalihi Valley Homes on December 12, with vehicles hit but no injuries. They're investigating possible connections to recent crimes and have issued public safety reminders.

Four tropical cyclones brushed the Central Pacific in 2025 but Hawaii avoided major landfalls. Kiko produced high surf while drought and record low August rain showed lingering impacts.

A Maui Humane Society volunteer’s short video of a dog waiting as she locked up went viral — and helped the dog find a home while highlighting shelter strain.

UH researchers found that swapping the drug on an antibody‑drug conjugate restored tumor control in preclinical breast‑cancer models. The results were presented at SABCS.

Firefighters in Kaua‘i battled a brush fire in Kōloa with no reported injuries or structural damage, successfully controlling the blaze with coordinated efforts from multiple stations and resources.

Honolulu police executed a warrant on Kawaiahaʻo Street, seizing 16 gambling machines and nearly $4,000; two people were arrested on gambling charges.