Prosecutor Steve Alm found deadly force was justified after a July 2024 Waikīkī standoff; four HPD officers will not face criminal charges. The decision follows a hourslong barricade in Unit 1004.

A judge refused to toss the indictment against Dr. Gerhardt Konig, who prosecutors say attacked his wife at the Pali Puka trail; a March trial is now set.

Wingstop opened its third Oahu location at Pearl City Gateway, serving classic and boneless wings in more than 11 flavors. A local review praised garlic Parmesan and Spicy Korean Q.

Lawmakers want a paid "hike safe" card and a state search-and-rescue office to reimburse crews — but Honolulu firefighters warn fees could discourage 911 calls.

Breezy east trades will keep Honolulu windy with scattered windward showers and advisories through Tuesday.

Fairmont Kea Lani was named HLTA’s Leader in Sustainability after working on island‑wide reforestation and dune restoration while also securing LEED Silver and a 5 Green Key rating.

Gusty trade winds will bring gusts over 50 mph to higher terrain and choppy surf through Monday morning.

Breezy trade winds keep Honolulu mostly sunny and warm today; Small Craft Advisory active through early Sunday.

Mapunapuna’s Ahua‑Kilihau intersection floods at high tide and neighbors say daily life and business are being disrupted. City officials promise valve checks and are studying a $40M road‑raising plan.

Lawmakers want to extend emergency‑hire permits from three to five years to keep teachers in hard‑to‑staff Hawai‘i classrooms, but research and licensing officials warn of tradeoffs.

Sen. Kurt Fevella introduced SB 3195 to let Medicaid and Medicare Part D cover FDA‑approved GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs, setting off a debate over access and cost.

The Honolulu City Council advanced a resolution urging state approval of the GEMT Medicaid program to reduce ambulance co‑pays for low‑income residents.

HCDA paused presales for a proposed 377‑unit Kakaako leasehold tower as lawmakers weigh changes to owner‑occupancy rules and financing hurdles.