A 10-foot tiger shark spotted near Kekaha Beach led to a warning from local authorities, urging a halt to ocean activities, with lifeguards set to reassess the situation.

Hawaii's housing crisis was the focus of a summit in Waikīkī, where Governor Green spoke on the need for affordable housing solutions, and officials outlined multi-billion dollar initiatives for low-income and Native Hawaiian housing.

The Honolulu Fire Department successfully rescued two hikers who got lost on the Lulumahu Falls Trail, with the operation extending into the next day due to weather.

Hawaii Governor Josh Green reappoints Matthias Kusch for a full term as State Representative for House District 1 following the passing of Rep. Mark Nakashima.

A 79-year-old pedestrian has died from injuries after being hit by a vehicle in Kalihi, Honolulu. Despite a drop in traffic fatalities, concerns for elderly pedestrian safety persist.

A 14-year-old on an electric motorcycle was seriously injured after a collision in Kapolei; a 32-year-old woman's car struck him while turning. Officials say speed, drugs, or alcohol were not factors.

The County of Maui announces Thanksgiving closures and schedule changes for county offices, pools, landfills, and the recycling center, with trash pickup and Maui Bus operating normally.

The Kūhiō Highway makai lane in Kauai has reopened ahead of Thanksgiving after emergency stabilization work, with more closures expected as the project continues until Spring 2025.

Hawaii's DLIR is launching a new Unemployment Insurance Call Center on Nov. 25, 2024, and a web inquiry form on Dec. 19, 2024, to improve user experience and efficiency, including multi-language support.

Sewer rehabilitation work is scheduled in 'Ele'ele, Kauai on Nov. 26-27, which may cause minor traffic disruptions. No lane closures, but delays are expected.

The Women's Community Correctional Center in Kailua opened a new fitness center called "Ho‘ōla" to promote the well-being and rehabilitation of its inmates.

A female hiker in her 50s suffered an injury on the Maili Pillbox Trail, prompting a swift rescue operation by the Honolulu Fire Department, including an airlift evacuation.

Honolulu is considering a merger between EMS and HFD to address staff shortages and high call volumes, with a task force proposed to study the potential consolidation.