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Crime & Emergencies in ...
An 86-year-old man died after being pulled from Waikiki’s Kuhio Beach lagoon; lifeguards and EMS performed resuscitation and an autopsy is pending.
A tourist was arrested after a captain was stabbed during a Kona snorkel tour. The captain is stable and the suspect faces attempted murder charges.
Community & Society in ...
Thousands of millipedes swarmed Kalaheo High this week; pest crews treated affected areas and custodians are monitoring the campus. Numbers have reportedly dropped after treatment.
Politics & Govt in ...
A public‑interest law firm wants the University of Hawaiʻi to release executive‑session minutes and recordings tied to the hiring and evaluation of President Wendy Hensel.
Weather & Environment in ...
A Conservation Biology ranking names Hawaiian monk seals most vulnerable to macroplastic pollution. Researchers point to fishing gear and ocean currents and say targeted cleanups can help.
Real Estate & Development in ...
The city bought 175 N. Pauahi Street for about $4.52M; officials will stabilize the underused building and explore affordable‑housing and community uses.
Food & Drinks in ...
Kooks Coffee rolled a second cart into Kakaʻako while keeping its UH Mānoa trailer, serving playful drinks like Nanner Bread, Ubae Watch and plant-based Rockers.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Honolulu EMS data shows half of 36 recent Oʻahu bike incidents involved riders without helmets, with 20 people hospitalized. Advocates and agencies are pressing for proper fit and helmet access.
Pono Potions opened PEWA on Bethel Street — a Chinatown lounge where the company’s island syrups anchor cocktails, brunch and community events.
A Flood Advisory covered Oʻahu into the evening of April 12 as heavy rain raised the risk of street and stream flooding.
A chemical odor prompted the closure of a stretch of Ala Moana Boulevard; police are investigating and motorists are asked to avoid the area. Updates are pending.
A NOTAM closed a taxiway at Kawaihapai (Dillingham) Airfield after heavy rain flooded the surface; pilots should check NOTAMs and exercise caution.
High wind warnings are in effect for Kauaʻi and Oʻahu through 6 a.m. HST Friday as forecasters warn of gusty winds and heavy rain.
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