The National Weather Service forecasts increased trade wind showers in Honolulu due to a weakening front and upper trough, with moderate trade winds continuing into the new year.

Hawai'i police continue their search for two men, Clyde T. Loa and Kawai J. Pomroy, who escaped from a correctional facility on December 13. The public is warned not to approach them and to contact authorities with information.

The Honolulu Fire Department rescued an 84-year-old injured hiker from the Manoa Falls Trail, providing immediate medical aid and airlifting him to safety.

Three individuals were arrested for a fatal shooting in Waianae, with charges including Murder in the Second Degree and Attempted Murder in the First Degree.

The County of Maui received two GFOA awards for its budget presentation and financial reporting, marking over 30 years of continued excellence in financial management.

A 77-year-old man died in a collision involving his quad and a truck on Kūhio Highway, Kaua‘i. The investigation is ongoing; speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors.

Rare Hawaiian snails, Achatinella fuscobasis, were reintroduced into the wild in the Ko‘olau Mountains after decades of captivity, aiming for species recovery.

The Justice Department is suing CVS for allegedly filling invalid prescriptions, contributing to the opioid crisis. The suit claims CVS prioritized profits over safety, pressuring pharmacists to fill unlawful prescriptions.

Roadwork on Kuli Road in Lāwa‘i is extended to December 20th, causing potential delays, due to tree trimming for public safety. Commuters should seek alternatives and expect lane closures between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. near Kaumuali‘i Highway.

Hawaiian officials urge a 90-day halt on interisland bird transport to prevent the spread of bird flu after detecting it in wild birds and wastewater.

Scheduled lane closures in Kekaha for roadwork will affect Iwipolena Road, Iwa Street, Moho Road, and Nene Road on Dec. 16-17, with traffic and parking restrictions.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu predicts a week of breezy trade winds and increased showers for Hawaii, with a weather front approaching that might lead to moderate coastal flooding.

HDOT announced traffic delays in Maui as modular homes for wildfire survivors are transported to the Kilohana temporary group housing site over the next few weeks.