Honolulu Police responded to 592 fireworks-related calls on New Year's Eve, arresting two individuals. Officers worked through holidays to ensure safety and law compliance.

Hawaiʻi updates parentage laws for LGBTQIA+ inclusivity, effective Jan. 1, 2026, with Act 298 replacing gendered terms and simplifying parental recognition.

Officials warn fake websites built on the codify.inc domain are impersonating Hawaiʻi agencies to steal logins and personal data.

Honolulu Police seek help finding Francis Hawkins and urge people with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 808-955-8300 or use anonymous online tips.

Homeowners in Hawaiian Paradise Park voted to halt a mailbox-park project after workers uncovered a lava tube and ancestral remains at the site. The move pauses one of four mailbox parks and sets up state review.

Hawaii public schools now count more than 16,200 English learners as Chuukese becomes the top home language. The DOE says testing and staffing changes are driving the shift.

The Hawaii Police are investigating the drowning of a Japanese tourist, Kan Ogoshi, after a cliff jumping incident at South Point. No foul play is suspected.

Shift to trade winds in Honolulu is expected, aiding in dispersing New Year's firework smoke. A weak frontal band might increase showers on Friday, with cooler weather on the weekend. High Surf Advisory issued due to a large northwest swell.

A 4-year-old boy was seriously injured after being struck while riding a bicycle in Salt Lake. Paramedics treated him on Catlin Lane and rushed him to a hospital in serious condition.

New evidence in Amber Jackson's 2010 murder case led to an arrest warrant for Gregory Glaser, her ex-boyfriend. The Kauai Police seeks his location, as friends hope for justice.

Honolulu Ocean Safety posted warning signs at Makaha after lifeguards reported an eight‑foot shark roughly 100 feet offshore; an HNL Alert went out and crews are monitoring the break.

Kids Hurt Too Hawaiʻi launched a 24/7 crisis and referral line for queer youth and families, offering culturally grounded support in English and ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi.

Hawaiian Electric will break ground in January on a 40MW/160MWh Waena battery on Maui to store renewables and help retire aging generators.