Hawaiian Telcom says Maui is now fully fiber‑enabled as part of a $1.7B statewide build that aims to make Hawai‘i the first fully fiber‑enabled state by year‑end.

An arbitrator ordered two fired Honolulu paramedics back to work after a secret surveillance probe, but the city has delayed the ordered backpay. The case spotlights missteps inside EMS.

First Hawaiian, Central Pacific and Hawaii National were named SBA Lenders of the Year for fiscal 2025 even as statewide SBA lending slipped from the prior year.

Donne Dawson is retiring after 25 years leading the Hawaii Film Office, leaving the state to recruit her replacement while services continue. DBEDT praised her record.

A four-man crew will depart La Push on May 1, 2026 to attempt a 3,100-mile, unassisted row to Maui, a 50–70 day crossing that will raise funds for a veteran-led nonprofit.

State health officials warned Hilo Bay and the Hāmākua Coast are under a brown water advisory after storms. Avoid brown or murky water until testing clears it.

Hawaii homeowners face steep remodel bills. Local builders and officials break down concrete steps — from clearer scopes to prefab ADUs and rebates — that can cut thousands.

Southwest expanded its ʻOhana Rewards for Hawaii residents — guaranteeing 1,000 points per one-way, award redemptions from 4,000 points, two free checked bags and quarterly discounts.

A 24-year-old woman was ejected and critically injured after a fiery single-vehicle crash on Kunia Road in Waipahu early Tuesday.

A retro bowling alley, new gallery and refreshed grill have opened in Lānaʻi City, widening visitor options and offering new local job opportunities. Resort shuttles are bringing guests into town.

A 15-year-old was taken to Tripler after a gunshot to the head; parents told police it was accidental and happened off a military base.

Mostly sunny and breezy with highs near 82°F. Gusts to 25 mph and a slight chance of spotty showers early next week.

Mostly clear and warm Friday in Honolulu with northeast trades picking up. Isolated windward showers tonight; highs near 83F.