Waialua’s Kava Queen will close at the end of May after import prices, tariffs and storm fallout squeezed margins at the small North Shore kava bar.

A Waikiki hit-and-run Thursday night left a 24-year-old moped operator seriously injured; police arrested a 42-year-old man on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Hawaiʻi Island police released video and are asking for help identifying six people after a school bus for special‑needs students was stolen in Ocean View on May 2.

Rigo and Āina Bowls are headed to The Park at Ward Village, bringing soba, Spanish‑Italian dishes and açaí bowls to Ward Avenue. The openings are staggered across 2026–27.

Two men died in a head-on crash on Daniel K. Inouye Highway near the 26-mile marker. Police say speed and reckless driving may have played a role.

Kaiwi, a returning Hawaiian monk seal, gave birth at Kaimana Beach and officials have roped off the area while the pup nurses. Responders urge everyone to keep a wide berth.

An 18-year-old was hospitalized after Honolulu police shot him Monday during a stolen-vehicle recovery near Kapiolani and McCully. Authorities say the incident is under investigation.

Mahalo Tours says accusations that its guide slashed a visitor’s tire on the Road to Hāna are false as Maui police investigate. The company calls the claims "lies."

Mufi Hannemann told walkers at the Visitor Industry Charity Walk that he will retire as president and CEO of the Hawaiʻi Lodging & Tourism Association and will assist with the transition.

The 47th Annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk comes to Wailuku on Saturday, May 9, with a 2.5-mile route, prizes and fundraising for local nonprofits.

Everbowl is soft-opening a second Oʻahu location in Pearl City and will give away roughly 300 free açaí bowls tonight; full service begins tomorrow.

Breezy east‑northeast trades will keep scattered showers moving through Honolulu. Gusts near 30 mph and a Small Craft Advisory affect some channels through Friday.

Roy Yamaguchi will open Ocean House at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa in Lihue on June 8, 2026, as the property undergoes a redesign.