HART’s FY2027 proposal nears $1.07 billion, driven mostly by debt service and downtown construction contracts.

An 84-year-old Kula woman was critically injured after her car ran off Thompson Road and partially overturned Friday; police closed the road while they investigated.

Maui County earns the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for its FY 2026 budget, highlighting fiscal proficiency and transparency.

Officer Jenna Kosinski-Santos was named Ka‘ū Officer of the Quarter for her outstanding law enforcement work, including strategic patrols and several arrests.

Aerial LiDAR mapping for H-3 Haʻikū Portal slope stabilization will cause increased helicopter activity on Tuesday between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m., weather permitting.

Kaua‘i Fire Department rescued a 40-year-old woman with an injured ankle from Kalalau Trail; she was airlifted to safety and declined further medical care.

An administrator found a threatening message scrawled in a Castle High bathroom stall; HPD is investigating and police presence on campus has been stepped up. The school remains open.

Hawaii's OIP reported a 96% resolution rate for cases in FY 2025, including majority of informal inquiries resolved within 24 hours, and updated online resources and court opinion lists for transparency.

Hawaii's DLNR will charge parking fees at four additional state parks for nonresidents and commercial vehicles, aiming to improve park experiences and maintenance.

Hawaiʻi's State Poet Laureate Dr. Brandy Nālani McDougall will perform at a free literary event in Hale Līhuʻe with local writers on November 21, promoting poetry and community unity.

Honolulu residents can safely dispose of unwanted fireworks at a buyback event, with monetary incentives offered. The event aims to prevent firework-related accidents.

Libby now offers free access to "The Village Beyond the Mist," which inspired "Spirited Away," inviting readers to discuss the novel in a global community until December 2.

A peach‑colored truck in Kīhei is serving New Zealand‑style made‑to‑order soft‑serve blended with fresh fruit and seasonal local flavors. Owners say the idea came after a trip to New Zealand.