Hilo’s Palace Theater celebrated its centennial with concerts and a silent‑film matinee while launching a renewed fundraising and volunteer push to restore the auditorium.

A luxury label paid $40M for the Chrome Hearts Waikiki flagship, the highest price yet for a Kalākaua Avenue retail property. The deal resets the bar for Waikiki retail.

HNL has rolled out a biometric arrivals system officials say cuts wait times about 25% and speeds processing dramatically.

Production work in Hawaii has plunged since the pandemic as tax‑credit battles leave crews and studios idle. Lawmakers and a new film coalition are pushing fixes.

Bank of Hawaii topped Q3 expectations with $1.20 EPS and $53.3M net income, citing stronger margins, deposit growth and a $0.70 quarterly dividend.

Kaua'i County's Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program waiting list closes November 6, 2025. Applications before this will be processed, but applicants must update contact info online.

A Kaua‘i resident pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft for fraudulently claiming pandemic-related rental assistance, obtaining over $126,000.

Robert Morris was arrested in Honolulu after shooting at federal officers, leading to a 16-hour standoff and potential severe prison terms if convicted.

Hawai’i Island police are investigating a deadly fire in a Hilo lodging where a body was found. The fire caused a total loss of $1,402,100. The cause and victim's identity are undetermined.

A utility incident on Kūhiō Highway in Wailua caused closures and detours but has since improved with one southbound lane reopened and crews working on repairs.

Hawai‘i Police partnered with locals for a successful beach cleanup to promote environmental care and community ties.

A 19-year-old woman was arrested for stabbing a 22-year-old man in Waianae, charged with second-degree assault.

Kauaʻi introduces new electric buses for public transportation, with a community outreach event planned for Oct. 23 to discuss benefits and sustainability plans.