Hawaii DHS receives an additional $7.9 million from FEMA to expand its Maui wildfire recovery program, aiming to assist 3,000 households with new disaster case managers and care navigators.

A water main break in Mililani caused traffic disruptions and water service loss to the Mililani Shopping Center, with repair crews responding promptly.

The search for Gary Gushiken, who disappeared while snorkeling in Wailua, has been suspended after three days, despite the considerable efforts of local and federal agencies.

Hawaiian residents anticipate wet conditions as tropical cyclones Gilma and Hector, currently weakening, approach the islands, bringing rain over the weekend with minimal threat of strong winds.

Gilbert K. Mata III was arrested in Honolulu after a burglary and chase, facing multiple charges including drug-related offenses. Bail was set at $240,000.

Ciara Kahahane has been appointed as the new First Deputy of Hawaii's Commission on Water Resource Management by Governor Josh Green, pending the Commission's approval.

Magellan Avenue in Hawaii will be closed between Frear Street and Miller Street for emergency repairs from Aug. 26-30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, with detours in place.

Highway 11 in Hawaii is closed between mile markers 57 and 63 due to flooding, with no alternate routes, affecting travel for residents and tourists. Authorities are working to reopen it.

Health officials in Hawaii confirmed another dengue case on Oʻahu, cautioning residents and travelers about the need for mosquito control and prevention amid worldwide outbreaks.

Starting August 26, Kaumualiʻi Highway will have alternating single lane closures for culvert replacements until December, with contraflow traffic management.

HDOT will resurface the Kahului Park & Ride lot on August 26, requiring vehicles to be moved and possibly extending to Tuesday if needed. At least two EV chargers will remain functional.

An Oahu fisherman was threatened by an off-duty deputy sheriff with a gun, later found to be a pepper ball gun, leading to the deputy's arrest for second-degree terroristic threatening.

Maui's DEM has restored sewer service to areas affected by August wildfires, signaling progress in recovery efforts. Residents can check service status online.