The state says it has launched an interim Disaster Case Management Program to connect Kona Low survivors with case managers for housing, financial and mental-health help.

A Kapaa man, identified as Tristen Kuehu, 38, was killed when his moped was struck by a sedan on Kūhiō Highway in Anahola; police say the rider was not believed to be wearing a helmet. Investigators have closed the highway and are seeking witnesses.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health posted a high-bacteria advisory for Mokulēʻia at Kiapoko Pt. 2 after tests showed elevated enterococci. Swimmers should avoid the water until tests clear the site.

Neale Asato of Asato Family Shop earned a spot among five finalists for the 2026 James Beard Award in Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker. The nod makes him Hawaiʻi's only finalist this year.

A City-shared drone flyover gives a new aerial look at the elevated guideway near the future Kūwili (Iwilei) Station as Segment 3 work advances.

A 46-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Makiki and Honolulu police say a suspect is in custody. Detectives say the victim had argued with his 23-year-old girlfriend.

State agriculture officials warn Merrie Monarch visitors not to move ʻōhiʻa off Hawaiʻi Island as rapid ʻōhiʻa death continues; airport checks and hoʻihoʻi baskets will be available.

A pickup in Anahola crossed the center line and ejected a passenger; the rider was flown to Queen’s on Oʻahu and the driver was arrested on multiple counts.

DOH confirmed a fourth travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu and says the risk of local spread is low. Mosquito-control teams were dispatched and residents are urged to dump standing water.

A Hilo man faces multiple charges after police say he drove off with a postal worker's keys that open PO boxes; authorities recovered the keys and marijuana.

Neiman Marcus is exiting Ala Moana Center; a local business report says 161 Hawaii positions will be eliminated as the store winds down. The closure comes as parent Saks Global restructures under Chapter 11, with the store expected to remain open through the end of May.

A shot was fired from a pickup in Waimānalo on Tuesday; no one was injured. Honolulu police recovered a shell casing and are investigating.

A new review shows Chinese research ships and sensors have produced detailed seabed maps reaching Hawaiian waters. The reporting raises fresh questions about undersea warfare and local defense planning.