New laws create a Cesspool Conversion Revolving Loan Fund and authorize DLNR co‑management agreements, pairing modest startup funding with new financing tools for homeowners.

CNBC's 2026 "Top States for Business" study put Hawaii last, prompting a DBEDT task‑force plan and a legislative bill aimed at cutting costs and improving competitiveness. Lawmakers would fund studies and set staged targets to climb the rankings.

A tiger shark was reportedly seen eating a turtle off Makaha Beach, prompting lifeguards to post warning signs and a shark advisory.

Family-owned West Maui Sports reopened at Lahaina Cannery after the Aug. 8, 2023 wildfires, celebrating with a blessing, music and community events.

Hilo native Kolten Wong sits down in a new Hawaii News Now episode to reflect on his decision to retire after an 11-year MLB career and life back home.

The ownership group at Four Seasons Hualalai is moving to develop the remaining estate parcels after strong sales and a major land consolidation last year.

A late Saturday crash on H‑1 West near the Aala Street overpass killed a woman in her late 20s and shut down westbound lanes, officials say.

Honolulu firefighters extinguished a morning blaze at William P. Jarrett Middle School in Kaimuki; no injuries were reported and investigators are on scene.

Tropical Storm Bavi could become a super typhoon as it nears Guam and the Northern Marianas; many communities are still recovering from April’s Sinlaku.

Washington Middle principal Michael Harano was placed on paid leave after a DOE audit tied to the $2.5M Line Studio; the union says officials have offered few specifics.

The Legend‑class cutter Kimball returned to Honolulu after a 73‑day patrol that included joint training and a roughly $10M contraband seizure ahead of RIMPAC 2026.

Honolulu police identified Journey Furuyama as a suspect after an alleged forged check was cashed at Central Pacific Bank's Waipahu branch on March 27, 2026. Investigators are asking the public to call 911 or CrimeStoppers with tips.

Shake Shack has leased space at Ala Moana Center’s Ho‘okipa Terrace for its first Hawai‘i location, with a 2027 opening penciled in while permits proceed.