State DOT plans a $22M overhaul of Hilo’s busy Bayfront intersection into a single‑lane roundabout, funded largely by a federal RAISE grant; work is expected to start in 2027.

DHHL held workshops in Kapa‘a to preview a rent-with-option-to-purchase plan that would convert the Courtyards of Waipouli into beneficiary rent-to-own homes. The move aims to offer a new path to ownership for Native Hawaiian families on Kaua‘i.

The University of Hawaii women's volleyball team lost to UCSB and Cal Poly, ending their win streak and jeopardizing their conference tournament spot.

Teamsters Local 996's strike at Kapiʻolani has stretched into a fourth week as negotiators haggle over pay, retirement and scheduling while the hospital keeps services running.

Clarence Luke Jr. was arrested and charged with the murder of Jonnaven Monalim after Monalim's body was found in Waipiʻo. Evidence includes contradicting statements, surveillance footage, and DNA findings on discarded clothing.

Honolulu police released a photo of a man wanted in connection with a Sept. 27 Waikīkī assault and robbery. Investigators say the victim's debit card was later attempted to be used near Queen Street.

UH Mānoa astronomer Chris Ashall helped map an olive‑shaped supernova breakout, pairing rapid VLT polarimetry with early JWST observations to reveal clumpy debris.

Honolulu Police arrest a suspect in the murder of 55-year-old Jonnaven Monalim; bail set at $1 million. Monalim was a government informant found shot after being reported missing.

A 77‑year‑old Lahaina wildfire survivor received a county “shopping letter” that could let him buy a Pukalani home for the first time. The award highlights how Ho‘okumu Hou aid is moving displaced residents toward ownership amid Maui’s tight market.

The Salvation Army’s Kahului Corps launches Red Kettle and Angel Tree campaigns this Saturday at Kahului Walmart, with donations staying in Maui County and volunteer slots available.

The Women's Community Correctional Center in Hawaii hosted a Mental Health Day with activities to support inmate mental health and facilitate their creative expression.

NWS has posted a High Surf Advisory for north and east-facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island; several Hilo beach parks are closed and officials warn of dangerous surf.

Visa and Mastercard proposed a $38 billion settlement to lower swipe fees and loosen acceptance rules. Merchants and trade groups say the concessions are inadequate.