A cold front approaching Hawaii is expected to bring significant rainfall and windy conditions, with advisories issued for aviation, marine, and high surf.

Honolulu police are investigating a doctor for second-degree murder in a case that questions the adherence to Hawaii's assisted death law, in the death of an 88-year-old woman.

Hawaii Island Police are seeking help to find Jannefer Kaspar, missing since December 26 from Kurtistown, last seen in Orchidland. She may need medical help.

Despite being plagued with injuries and early game time, the Hawaii women's basketball team defeated Cal Poly to earn their first Big West win of the season.

A deceased humpback whale calf off Hawaii's coast has prompted a significant response from state and federal agencies, incorporating cultural practices into the recovery and investigation process.

Hawaii's DOCARE is enforcing laws to prevent the illegal burning of Christmas trees on the sacred Kāne‘ohe Bay sandbar, Ahu o Laka, to protect cultural and environmental integrity.

Hawaii's Governor Josh Green, also a physician, is visiting Washington to discuss Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s nomination for Health Secretary, offering his medical and policy expertise.

Road closures for tree trimming in Wailua and Kapa‘a are scheduled from January 6-13, with partial lane closures and no parking allowed in work zones.

The National Weather Service forecasts persistent trade wind weather with increased windward showers for Honolulu, while northwest swells may bring high surf, and volcanic activity on the Big Island could lead to vog.

A fire in Wainiha, Kaua‘i, near Kūhiō Highway is being fought by firefighters. The blaze is currently inaccessible. Road closures are in effect and officials are monitoring the situation.

Mark Zuckerberg clarifies that a large underground space on his Kauai property is a storm shelter, not a doomsday bunker, as reported by Business Insider.

Two Kauaʻi families received new homes through the DHHL, celebrated by local officials and highlighting NAHASDA's role in providing affordable housing.

The NWS forecasts breezy trade winds for Hawaii, with a weather shift expected mid-week, and potential for enhanced showers and snow on high peaks early next week.