Gov. Josh Green appointed Todd Apo to the HTA board, where he'll serve till 2028 pending Senate confirmation. Apo's diverse background is expected to support HTA's cultural and tourism goals.

Kua Road in Lāwa‘i, Kaua‘i will be closed on Oct. 10-11 for resurfacing work, with access limited to residents from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weather permitting.

Honolulu Police and CrimeStoppers are seeking public help to locate Sung Kwak, a missing man last seen in Pearl City, whose phone was later found in Waikiki.

The National Weather Service forecasts gentle trade winds and potential thunderstorms in Honolulu, with stable conditions expected to return by Monday.

Traffic on Na‘au Road in Kalāheo will be disrupted on October 11 for a road resurfacing project, necessitating a full road closure from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Local authorities advise residents to adjust travel plans.

The Honolulu NWS forecasts mixed sunshine and showers for Oahu with potential thunderstorms over the weekend and varying trade winds and surf conditions.

Maui Mayor Richard Bissen names Cynthia Lallo as new Chief of Staff and pivots former Chief Leo Caires to Energy Commissioner to focus on renewable energy.

Mayor Richard Bissen of Maui restructured his executive leadership, appointing Cynthia Lallo as Chief of Staff and Leo Caires as Energy Commissioner to advance renewable energy initiatives.

Traffic disruption is expected in Līhu‘e as road resurfacing on Luina and Makau streets is scheduled for Oct. 1-4, with partial and full road closures.

Community members in Hawaiʻi gathered at UH West Oʻahu for a Kaulunani-hosted event to support forestry efforts, with activities and cultural exchanges focused on tree nurturing and combating invasive species.

Hawai'i receives an $803,330 federal grant to enhance measures against targeted violence and terrorism through expanded training and prevention initiatives.

A lockdown at Cosumnes Oaks High School and Pinkerton Middle School in Elk Grove was lifted after a search ensured no threat following a nearby domestic violence incident.

Hawai'i Governor Josh Green intends to bolster SNAP benefits by $45 million, increasing eligibility and aiding up to 14,000 more households with an average of $3,200 per year.