The Honolulu Police Department is seeking public assistance to solve a fatal shooting of a 19-year-old in Hālawa and locate suspects seen exiting a silver Kia Soul.

A student at ʻEleʻele Elementary was detained after a suspected handgun turned out to be wrapping paper. Officials say no injuries were reported and there is no active threat.

The state Commission on Water Resource Management fined Maui Land & Pineapple $140,000 for repeated instream‑flow violations in Honokōhau and tied the money to community‑vetted repairs. The decision comes amid drought and ongoing lawsuits over West Maui water.

Limited New Year’s fireworks are allowed in Maui; firecrackers need a $25 permit and aerial devices are banned. Here’s where to buy permits and what to expect.

Maui Police Department warns of phone scammers pretending to be officers and tricking victims into paying fake fines for warrants or missed jury duty.

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.