Planet Fitness has opened a new club at Pearlridge Center in Aiea, bringing budget-friendly workouts inside the mall. The location lists Classic and Black Card membership options and posts regular hours online.

Council Chair Tommy Waters introduced Bill 64 to make the city estimate likely lapsed funds before budgets are adopted. Supporters call it transparency; administrators warn early numbers could be unreliable.

Kānehili residents can expect traffic disruptions soon due to a construction project for traffic calming measures, including speed humps and signage, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on weekdays.

Moʻiliʻili’s Little Corner Cafe — an outpost of Honolulu Kitchen — is selling deep‑fried mini manapua, from char siu to ube cream‑cheese, alongside dim sum and smoothies.

Hawaii's Department of Law Enforcement organizes an Illegal Fireworks Buyback Event to curb dangers after a fatal explosion, offering grocery gift cards for safe disposal of certain fireworks.

Tesla recalled about 10,500 Powerwall 2 units and has remotely discharged affected systems. Honolulu owners should check the Tesla app and await scheduling for free replacements.

The FAA has lifted flight restrictions imposed during the government shutdown, allowing airlines to resume regular schedules, including Hawaiian Airlines' interisland flights.

Honolulu prepares for varied weather, including trade winds, showers in some areas, and an upper level low that could cause heavy showers and thunderstorms. NWS warns of increased flooding risk.

A visitor died after an attack in Waikiki; the suspect's charges were upgraded to second-degree murder. Authorities are investigating and seeking information from the public.

NYC’s Michelin-recognized hand-roll bar DOMODOMO opens in Ewa Beach this Wednesday with a DOMOKASE tasting and a menu of Japanese and Korean-inspired dishes. The new spot sits at 360° Ewa Beach Country Club.

Honolulu faces a mix of weather, including potential heavy rain and thunderstorms, with a focus on higher elevation rainfall early in the week and possible flooding, especially on the Big Island.

Maui is preparing a temporary parking area for Pāʻia Beach Park visitors during the main lot's renovation, ensuring continuous beach access. The construction is scheduled from January 4 to summer 2026.

Volunteer group Operation 85 says it has collected enough family DNA to meet the Pentagon threshold for identifying USS Arizona unknowns at the Punchbowl. The milestone could prompt formal Navy reviews and new identifications.