Istanbul Hawaii rolled out luxury spring dishes while Taco Rice opened a Kalākaua takeout window. Fancy French Cakes is taking online preorders for classic pastries.

Kapolei’s first Sonic Drive‑In has entered inspections. The $2.6M build could open early 2026 and bring Sonic’s carhop service and more than 100 jobs to West Oʻahu.

Surfrider says the state’s draft Sand Island permit would allow bacteria levels far above Hawaii’s standard, citing a July 2025 sample over 78,000 enterococci and urging EPA review.

An 11-year-old says two gunshots flew feet from players at Kualapuu Recreational Center; Maui police say the episode is being investigated as reckless endangering.

A 19-year-old was arrested after a fight outside a Honolulu nightclub when officers found an unregistered gun; police say they may seek to revoke his court monitoring.

Elias Vargas pleaded no contest to first‑degree assault in his infant daughter's 2020 death; sentencing is set for July 21, 2026.

Beastside Kitchen in Niu Valley has added a $10 early‑bird breakfast, happy hour and nightly karaoke, turning the neighborhood spot into an all‑day hangout.

JN Group purchased two commercial units at Kakaako Commerce Center for $17.68M, converting leased warehouse space into owned property for staging and service. The buy locks in scarce industrial capacity near downtown Honolulu.

NWS Flood Watch for Honolulu Wednesday–Friday. Heavy downpours (1–3 inches possible) and flash-flood risk for low‑lying areas; prepare now.

A 4-year-old was found unresponsive Sunday at Ko Olina's Naia Lagoon; bystanders and lifeguards performed CPR before EMS transported the child.

An April 4 blaze on Kalakaua Avenue forced evacuations at a Waikīkī high-rise; HFD extinguished the 11th-floor fire and the Red Cross aided displaced residents.

Mākaha Elementary's Ready Keiki classroom completes pre‑K coverage across Nānākuli–Waiʻanae as Hawaiʻi unveils a five‑year early‑childhood plan to expand access and support families.

A foil surfer off Oahu filmed a hammerhead sliding beneath his board in January; state officials say such encounters are rare and usually nonfatal.