Communities prepare for wildfire season, leveraging Wildfire Community Preparedness Day for awareness and prevention, with local officials emphasizing community-wide safety measures and proactive planning.

Hawaiʻi marks its eighth Invasive Species Awareness Month aiming to educate the public on the dangers of non-native species and celebrate local conservation efforts.

The Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station only accepts bagged trash until May 16 due to drainage repairs, with other services running as usual. Residents can contact the Solid Waste Division for more info.

Aloha Stadium is launching an art contest asking local artists to create a sculpture from the stadium's salvaged metal, offering a stipend and a $1,000 prize.

Hawai'i declares May as Pride in Public Service Month to honor state workers for their dedication. Governor Josh Green and other officials express gratitude for their contributions.

The article reviews the pivotal role of the Hawai‘i National Guard during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting their diverse missions and the end of their longest activation in history.

Honolulu Fire Department responded quickly to a high-rise fire on April 29th, extinguishing the flames within 22 minutes of their arrival. No occupants were harmed, and an investigation into the cause is ongoing.

The County of Maui announced its FY 2026 Recycling Grants Program to fund projects that support recycling and reduce landfill waste, with an information session scheduled for May 7th.

Honolulu designates May 3, 2025, as Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, promoting resident action to mitigate wildfire risks, with city and wildfire organizations offering guidance and safety tips.

The DHHL plans to award over 2,600 leases to Native Hawaiian families by 2025, with 29 developments in progress, including in West Oʻahu and West Hawaiʻi.

Hawaii Island Police are searching for 47-year-old Nicole Bullock, last seen in Hilo on April 25, and may need medical attention. She's considered at risk; the public is urged to report sightings.

Hawai‘i police are seeking help to find runaways Divine Benn and Jaymelynn Pua-Queja, missing for several weeks from Pāhoa and Nā‘ālehu, respectively.

Investigation underway after a 75-year-old man is critically injured in a North Kona traffic accident where his truck flipped over after crossing lanes.