A 76-year-old woman was critically injured in a hit-and-run in Waipahu. Driver Sione Manupule was arrested but speed, drugs, and alcohol were ruled out as factors.

Mayor Richard Bissen of Maui will visit Japan to engage in the "Kibou for Maui" project, focusing on disaster recovery collaboration and education with Japanese experts.

A 44-year-old man died in a motorcycle crash on the H-1 freeway near Kalihi after losing control and being ejected onto the roadway. Speed is considered a factor.

Renovations at Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor's DOBOR office lead to service displacement until early November. Services are temporarily relocated to Port Allen Harbor.

South Maui residents are invited to a budget meeting on October 22 to discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget with Mayor Richard Bissen at Kenolio Recreation Complex.

The U.S. Attorney for Hawaii announced measures to ensure integrity for the 2024 election, designating Michael Nammar as District Election Officer to address complaints and potential violations.

Honolulu's weather will stabilize with decreased showers and stronger trade winds until Wednesday before shower activity increases again from Thursday. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Hawaiian waters due to persistent winds.

Two new mpox cases in Hawaiʻi raise concerns, with one case linked to out-of-state exposure and another suggesting local transmission. Health officials emphasize vaccination, particularly for at-risk groups.

The Kaua‘i Police Department continues to seek public assistance in locating Benetta Kaiwi, missing since her unattended vehicle was found near Lumaha‘i Beach on October 7.

The National Weather Service reports that Hawaii's trade winds will weaken, with slight chances of showers mainly on the windward sides, and generally stable weather conditions expected by Friday.

Hawaiian Host Group has renovated its Iwilei chocolate factory with a $12 million investment, aiming to double output and create tech-focused jobs without cutting existing positions.

An inmate escaped from Oʻahu Community Correctional Center during work furlough; Shaun E. Fleetwood failed to return and faces potential escape charges.

A multi-vehicle crash on the H-1 Freeway injured a woman, man, and child; causing significant traffic disruptions. Emergency services responded and transported the victims to the hospital.