The Kaua‘i HI-Wifi Starlink Program, launched by DCCA and the County of Kaua‘i, provides free public Wi-Fi using Starlink to enhance connectivity in underserved areas of Kaua‘i.

The Maui County Board of Ethics has made significant progress in its first 100 days, led by Lauren Akitake, with increased efficiency in ethics advice delivery and improved trust among county employees.

The Honolulu Police Department's "Shop with a Cop" event provided local children with a festive shopping experience alongside officers, with support from community partners.

A Honolulu Police officer was injured during an altercation with an armed man in crisis in Waikīkī; both were hospitalized and an attempted murder investigation is underway.

CoStar and local market reports show Honolulu's retail availability is squeezed — many neighborhoods report under 3% availability and little new construction. That scarcity is pushing tenants toward subleases, pop-ups and a longer hunt for storefronts.

A motorcyclist was critically injured Monday morning after being struck on westbound Nimitz Highway near the H‑1 on‑ramp; lanes were closed and police are investigating.

Facing multi‑year revenue hits, Gov. Josh Green said he may pare parts of 2024’s income‑tax cuts and draw hundreds of millions from the rainy‑day fund to balance the budget.

The 84th Pearl Harbor anniversary had no survivors present, but veterans and stories like Alice Beck Darrow, who donated a bullet removed from her husband, kept memories alive.

Honolulu police are investigating two Mililani parking-lot incidents in which older drivers were distracted and had belongings stolen. Officers urge vigilance and reporting.

Honolulu's weather includes passing showers, trade winds, and an expected cold front, with varied predictions for its impact later in the week. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect until evening.

Hawaii's HDOT adjusts H-1 freeway weekend closure schedules for the Salt Lake Rehabilitation Project, including additional lane closures on select December weekends.

Broadway star Scarlett Strallen headlines the Maui Pops Holiday Pops at MACC this Sunday, performing holiday standards with the island orchestra. Tickets range from $37 to $80.

Pacific Whale Foundation and partners removed more than 12,000 pounds of marine debris from Maui in 2025, much of it hazardous ghost nets. Here’s what officials say and how to report nets.