Honolulu Police issued a $100,000 arrest warrant for Robert Malabey Jr., who attacked two people with a hammer; he was later arrested by the Sheriff Division.

A 31-year-old man was arrested in Waipahu after allegedly firing a handgun into the air during an argument; police recovered the weapon and reported no injuries.

Honolulu weather expects light trade winds and passing showers with a potential shift to more humid conditions and increased showers by the weekend.

Hawai‘i Department of Health reports a new travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu, bringing 2025's total to 14. Vector-control teams have been dispatched to the affected area.

A 67-year-old Rhode Island man, Liming Xu, tragically drowned at Kalapakī Bay despite rescue efforts by first responders. An autopsy will determine the cause of death.

Teachers say repeated plumbing failures soaked classrooms, made students sick and exposed delays in the state repair process. Union leaders want a timeline for fixes.

Hawaii's Art Acquisition Selection Committees have been identifying local artwork for potential public display, pending the SFCA Board's approval, to enrich environmental and cultural experiences.

Honolulu has named EAH Housing the preferred developer for the nearly 4‑acre Iwilei Center near the future Kūwili rail station. The site will transition from temporary shelters to a mixed‑use, affordable housing plan as review and public input proceed.

Seven UH Mānoa students topped a global NeurIPS data‑curation challenge, boosting a model’s accuracy by ~7% using just 1,000 curated examples and earning a NeurIPS podium slot.

A nine-person occupation in 1976 grew into a statewide movement that stopped Navy bombing, won federal cleanup money and returned Kahoolawe to Hawaii. Large areas still remain unsafe.

Honolulu achieved a perfect score on the HRC’s Municipal Equality Index for the second year, reflecting its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity in laws, policies, and services.

The 52nd annual Maui County Senior Fair, with over 1000 attendees, showcased services and programs for seniors, featuring 60+ organizations and entertainment.

An early-morning MVC on eastbound H‑201 near Tripler was cleared Wednesday; DOT Hawai‘i says lanes reopened and traffic resumed.