The Schaefer Portrait Challenge exhibit arrives at Capitol Modern: the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum, featuring a diverse collection of Hawaiian portraits from various islands and artists.

Honolulu plans to add about 92.5 acres to Waimanalo Gulch, triggering a public review and renewed fights over groundwater protection. A Jan. 13 meeting will be the first public forum.

Hawaii braces for stronger trade winds and increased showers, particularly in windward areas. Weather conditions with potential thunderstorms are expected to continue into next week. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect due to rough marine conditions.

A pre-dawn house fire on Waikalua Place in Kaneohe spread to neighboring homes and displaced two residents. HFD extinguished the blaze and an investigation is under way.

Wayland Leong Sr. was charged with multiple counts of property damage after a rock-throwing spree in downtown Hilo that resulted in approximately $12,500 in damages.

The Honolulu Police arrested a 30-year-old male for terroristic threatening near Waiʻanae Boat Harbor, following a firearm incident reported by a 34-year-old man. The investigation is ongoing.

A 55-year-old man is in critical condition after an apparent drowning incident off a boat in Waianae, receiving advanced life support and hospital care.

Dozens of Oʻahu residents camped out on Christmas to buy firecrackers as permit sales opened and inventories ran low.

Honolulu firefighters airlifted an injured hiker from Koko Head Trail on Christmas morning. Crews hoisted the hiker to a nearby landing zone where EMS took over.

Kauaʻi officials seek public input on Haleko Road redevelopment, aiming for improved safety and health. Community events are scheduled for January 2026 to gather feedback and propose enhancements.

The article reports that 55-year-old Kevin Miller from Wailuku, Maui, who had been missing, was found safe according to a Maui Police Department Facebook update.

Maui County is introducing four electric buses to its transit system, starting service in January 2026, emphasizing sustainability and a cleaner environment.

Gov. Josh Green appointed experienced individuals to key Hawaii state boards, including Moses Haia III for water resource management and Jason Moniz to agriculture and biosecurity roles.