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Real Estate & Development in ...
EAH Housing opens applications for Kai Olino Family Apartments after setbacks, offering affordable homes in Kaua‘i with a Zoom lottery for applicants.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Maui's Front Street is undergoing a project starting around April 1 to remove old pilings, with closures expected in the area between Dickenson Street and Papalaua Street.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Hawai'i police report 15 DUI arrests with 2 crashes during a week in March 2025; slight rise in DUIs, but fewer major and fatal crashes.
Community & Society in ...
Maui's Department of Human Concerns seeks community input to improve services through an anonymous online or phone survey carried out by Anthology Research Group.
Ex-Maui police chiefs back Chief Pelletier linked to a Diddy lawsuit, despite Mayor Bissen's leave stance. Pelletier presents evidence of not being at the alleged assault scene.
The State Office Tower in Honolulu is being renovated due to termite damage, with modern updates including energy-efficient lighting. The lobby will be refurbished by April 2025 at a cost of $116,888.
Maui Police are seeking the public's help to locate a missing 80-year-old man, Knox Rogers, last seen in Kihei. He left his home on foot, leaving his vehicle and phone behind.
Arts & Culture in ...
Hawaiʻi State Archives launches "Builder’s Spotlight," showcasing 'ukulele craftsmanship and Hawaiian music tradition, combining live instrument-making demonstrations with performances.
Hawaii's Attorney General's office reports successful prosecutions in cracking down on illegal fireworks distribution, with recent sentences and charges against several individuals.
New program starts March 17, 2025, to ease congestion around Honolulu Harbor with a truck pre-check system on Mondays and Thursdays, 7-10 a.m. to expedite traffic flow.
Local sports complex courts close for resurfacing until Sept. 2025, with a $3.1 million project led by Pacific Concrete. Alternative courts are available following similar upgrades.
Hawai'i police seek Andrew Amon, 29, for questioning and warn the public he's considered armed and dangerous; they advise not to approach him and report sightings to authorities.
Weather & Environment in ...
Honolulu faces strong trade winds that should ease by the weekend, with increased rain chances expected. Aviation and boating activities are cautioned due to winds, while surf conditions will also vary.
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