Rep. Ed Case filed the PROSPER Act to extend duty‑free access for Pacific Island exports and fund trade capacity building.

HPD officers staffed a booth at Family Programs Hawaiʻi’s holiday party and shared a video of the visit. Sources show differing attendance figures for the keiki event.

Road and lane closures are planned for Līhu‘e’s Puhi subdivision from Dec. 22 to Jan. 30 for public works projects, with detours and property access maintained.

Ohio University fired head football coach Brian Smith due to "serious professional misconduct," though specific details remain undisclosed. Smith's attorney is disputing the decision.

Multiple overnight outages knocked out power to roughly 1,560 Central Oʻahu customers and smaller windward outages were blamed on lightning. Hawaiian Electric crews worked through the night to restore service.

Hawaii introduced electric buses at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, aiming to replace the diesel fleet by 2030 for sustainability and cost savings.

Maui Police released a photo asking the public to identify a man who may have witnessed a Dec. 7 assault in Kihei. Detectives want video or tips shared with Detective Kamuela Mawae.

State officials are issuing paper leases for undeveloped homestead lots to move thousands on a decades‑long waitlist; the move offers quick relief but revives old doubts.

State leaders in Hawai‘i announce airport travel enhancements, including the fully digital Akamai Arrival form, new wayfinding apps, live parking info, and future security checkpoint renovations to streamline holiday travel.

Kaua‘i County announces holiday closures for Christmas and New Year's Day, affecting various services but not residential refuse pick-up or The Kaua‘i Bus.

Hawai‘i Police, Kona Walmart and The Salvation Army are hosting a "Fill a Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive" on Dec. 20, 2025, to collect toys for children in need.

Kaua‘i first responders joined with 85 children for a "Heroes and Helpers" event, giving kids a $100 shopping spree and a pizza party, aiming to build trust and resiliency among community youth.

Hawaii's weather forecast predicts varying conditions, with a cold front bringing showers and potential thunderstorms, especially to the western islands. A Flood Watch is in effect for some parts, and aviation and marine activities may be impacted.