Dawson Pilanca is charged with child sexual exploitation in Hawai‘i; police found graphic videos on his device after a cyber tip initiated the investigation.

The County of Maui will hold a meeting on May 7 to discuss local issues including wildfire debris removal and emergency evacuation updates, with various departments and agencies present to offer support.

Hawaiʻi sues fossil fuel companies for climate deception, amidst federal attempts to block the state lawsuit. The state accuses them of deceptive practices and demands compensation for environmental damages.

Honolulu breaks ground on an affordable housing project to address the housing crisis and boost employment, coinciding with the state's job fair and celebrating community resilience and state workers' dedication with Ha‘aheo Pride Month.

Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a stolen white 2011 Toyota Tacoma with license plate ZLL-385 taken from Hilo, seeking community help to locate it.

Moloka‘i Airport now offers free Wi-Fi to passengers via a 1G Fiber network, part of the HDOT’s HI Connect pilot project to enhance broadband infrastructure in Hawaii.

HDOT announced repairs on Oʻahu's H-3 highway, to occur May 2-3, affecting Kaneʻohe-bound traffic. Lane adjustments will be in place near Harano Tunnel and Hospital Rock.

Honolulu Fire Department responded to a residential fire at 369 North Vineyard Boulevard, extinguishing it within 42 minutes and aiding residents with the help of the Red Cross.

A woman was rescued from Ho‘opi‘i Falls Trail in Kaua‘i after an ankle injury, with first responders working during a Flood Watch. The Kaua‘i Fire Department Chief commended the rescue operation.

Restoration efforts in West Kaua‘i's Mānā Plain have made the wetlands a thriving bird sanctuary, observed by biologist Jason Vercelli and reported by DLNR.

Hawai'i state employees, legislators, and Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke donated over 4,000 meals to the Hawai'i Foodbank during their 3rd Annual Food Drive Fest.

Maui County honored 21 volunteers for their service at the 2025 Volunteer Heroes event, organized by HandsOn Maui, in recognition of National Volunteer Week.

A 67-year-old tourist was rescued from Kalalau Trail in Kaua'i after distress; Kaua‘i Fire Department used a helicopter to airlift the hiker to safety.