A Hawaii State Hospital patient transferred to a South Carolina psychiatric center died in November, prompting lawmakers to demand a review of the mainland transfer program.

A man faces a life sentence for a Thanksgiving Day armed robbery of a Honolulu sushi restaurant, with charges including robbery, terroristic threatening, and kidnapping.

Federal prosecutors say a 22-year-old Honolulu man and four others were indicted in a federal probe alleging an online 'cult' coerced minors into sexual video calls.

Maui County celebrates the completion of its 100th post-wildfire rebuild, a symbol of community resilience and return to normalcy for affected families.

Construction begins on a new library in Upper Puna, with a ceremony that included a Hawaiian blessing and recognition of late librarian Maxine Aki. The facility aims to be a community hub.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez awarded RYSE $2.5M to develop supportive housing for young families on Oʻahu. The gift is the nonprofit's largest to date.

UH plans a statewide rollout of online degrees and stackable credentials to retain local learners and plug workforce gaps in healthcare, education and tech.

Hawai'i Island Police are searching for endangered 65-year-old William Roscoe, last seen in Hilo. He may need medical attention and was carrying a green bag.

Multiple shark sightings at Nanakuli Beach, Oʻahu, prompt lifeguards to take safety measures, urging beachgoers to exercise caution and report any encounters.

A woman believed to be in her 20s was ejected and seriously injured after a one‑vehicle crash on Kahako Street in Kailua; EMS crews treated her at the scene.

Members of the Hawaiʻi Youth Symphony recorded the score for The Arrangements, and a limited 12" vinyl — with proceeds for Kalihi nonprofits — accompanies the release.

Weather changes are expected in Hawaii with dry conditions and southeast winds, followed by a cold front and possible precipitation mid-week. High surf warnings and a small craft advisory are in effect due to a northwest swell.

Maui Police Department seeks public help in finding Juan "Yohan" Panigua, missing from Wailuku since November 19. He was last seen leaving home in a camo jacket.