NWS Flood Watch for Honolulu Wednesday–Friday. Heavy downpours (1–3 inches possible) and flash-flood risk for low‑lying areas; prepare now.

A 4-year-old was found unresponsive Sunday at Ko Olina's Naia Lagoon; bystanders and lifeguards performed CPR before EMS transported the child.

An April 4 blaze on Kalakaua Avenue forced evacuations at a Waikīkī high-rise; HFD extinguished the 11th-floor fire and the Red Cross aided displaced residents.

Mākaha Elementary's Ready Keiki classroom completes pre‑K coverage across Nānākuli–Waiʻanae as Hawaiʻi unveils a five‑year early‑childhood plan to expand access and support families.

A foil surfer off Oahu filmed a hammerhead sliding beneath his board in January; state officials say such encounters are rare and usually nonfatal.

Gusty east‑northeast trades with isolated morning showers in Honolulu Wednesday. Small Craft Advisory remains for several windier channels through Thursday morning.

Officials say hazardous materials and tight budgets make acquiring Kaimukī’s dilapidated Queen Theater a low priority, leaving the 1936 landmark’s future unclear.

An 18‑year‑old was arrested after an armed robbery in the Aiea Bowl parking lot; police say a second suspect remains at large.

Federal prosecutors say a Maui man shared child pornography and sent messages investigators say sought to groom toddlers; prosecutors have asked a judge to detain him.

Honolulu's council advanced Bill 11 to force public reporting of incentives for affordable housing projects, but city staff warned compiling the data could be a heavy lift.

Virginia‑based Mercy Chefs has deployed to Oʻahu to serve free hot meals to Wahiawa flood victims and first responders. Distributions are scheduled in Wahiawa on Friday.

Mayor Richard Bissen’s proposed FY2027 budget totals $1.62 billion, prioritizing affordable housing, buying private water systems and continuing Lahaina recovery. The plan leans on federal grants, debt and fee changes as it heads to the County Council.

A Hawaii News Now investigation found the state is owed about $15.3M in parking fines since 2020, and Act 59 removed a key enforcement tool, leaving few collection options.