Isaac Hale Beach Park in Puna is closing for dredging to remove 2018 volcanic debris, with a planned reopening before Thanksgiving. The $9.28 million project will restore boat access and safety.

HIEMA announced its monthly siren test in Hawai'i for September 2, 2025, at 11:45 a.m., including the Emergency Alert System broadcast. Residents are reminded to report siren issues.

Research revealed that the deep waters near Hawaiʻi are acidifying faster than expected, posing threats to marine life and the ocean's carbon-absorbing function.

Shelly Parker has been named head of Hawai‘i guest operations for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, overseeing combined airline services in the region.

Honolulu firefighters extinguished an Ewa Beach house fire caused by an unattended candle; no injuries as occupants evacuated; fire caused $180,000 in damage.

Doc, the Komodo dragon, has died at age 32 at the Honolulu Zoo after being euthanized due to cancer, marking the end of his long life, which included contributions to conservation education.

A wildfire in Hamakua, Hawaii, prompted a Fire Watch for Paauilo residents, with Highway 19 temporarily closed but now reopened. The fire is 75% contained.

Molokaʻi residents urge for a temporary ban on imports of high-risk materials to prevent the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle from reaching the island, after its detection on nearby islands.

Maui County News reports the completion of a one-day cleanup at Baldwin Beach, removing safety hazards like tree stumps and concrete for a safer shoreline.

Ferragamo continues its luxury presence at Royal Hawaiian Center as Waikiki experiences a wave of high-end retail renovations and upgrades.

The University of Hawai'i women's volleyball team is the preseason favorite to win the Big West Conference, as they prepare for their final season before joining the Mountain West in 2026.

The Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia canoes arrived in Rarotonga for the first time since 1992, engaging in cultural exchanges and events involving local leaders, communities, and schools, and emphasizing Polynesian seafaring traditions.

A wildfire in North Kohala, Hawaii, led to the closure of Kawaihae Road, with emergency services responding quickly and containing the fire shortly after it was reported. No injuries or home damages were indicated.