Hilo police charged Sheldon Pagan with burglary after the community helped identify him from surveillance footage of a September incident. The public's tips led to his arrest and a $43,000 bail, while the search for a second suspect continues.

Hawai’i Island police seek public help to find two suspects who stole $165 in groceries from a Waikoloa shop on September 29. The heist was captured on surveillance, and Officer Jessica Cook is the contact for tips.

Makamae the pueo was elected 'mayor' of Honolulu Zoo, aimed at raising conservation awareness, while Jaws the tortoise became Director of Habitat Protection.

Honolulu braces for increased winds and showers as weather patterns shift, with a forecast of breezy trades and wet conditions into the weekend. A Small Craft Advisory is in effect due to higher winds.

Hawaii faces severe weather with heavy rains and thunderstorms leading to flash floods and a Flood Watch in effect; trade winds and a cold front are expected to bring more wind and rain later in the week.

Officials on Kaua‘i designated November as Homelessness Awareness Month and the 17-23 as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, drawing attention to local poverty issues.

Maui's emergency agency partners with Genasys Inc. to enhance disaster response with advanced evacuation and traffic management software, involving local first responder input for effectiveness.

Honolulu weather forecast predicts gentler trade winds and potential for heavy downpours and thunderstorms early next week, with a high-surf advisory in effect until Sunday.

Honolulu Police search for three robbers who assaulted and robbed a high school student in Kalihi. The incident involved theft of a gold chain and fanny pack, with the assailants also damaging the victim's phone.

The Kauai Department of Water will open at 9 a.m. on November 6 due to staff training, resuming regular hours on November 7. Online services remain available.

The FAA awarded $17 million to Honolulu's airport for fire safety upgrades, including terminal fire alarm and sprinkler system revamps, set to begin bidding in Spring 2025.

The County of Kaua‘i announced closures of public facilities on Election Day, with unchanged refuse pick-up and free bus service, but regular operations resume Nov. 6.

Hawai‘i's Department of Agriculture is promoting its Amnesty Program with an event that encourages the surrender of illegal animals to protect the local ecosystem.