The Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station will have temporary service changes on December 12, accepting only bagged trash, and will close on December 13 for maintenance. Normal operations resume December 14.

Hawaii's economic growth is expected to reach 1.6% in 2025, with rising visitor spending and a strong labor market, despite a drop in visitor arrivals.

Hilo Family Court celebrated its annual Adoption Day, finalizing adoptions for 14 children as part of a nationwide tradition, offering a festive and supportive atmosphere for new families.

New training in Hawaii, starting January 12, 2026, aims to prepare residents for unionized jobs in creative industries by teaching safety and equipment use.

Pepper Lunch launches its first Honolulu location next Friday at Moanalua Shopping Center, with pepper rice, sizzling curry and a grand-opening BOGO entrée. The Moanalua spot is the start of a planned island rollout.

GFL Tea LLC's Sun Tea Mix in Honolulu faced a $2,000 fine by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health for removing a required health inspection placard from their premises.

The Hawaii DOH reported a second detection of measles virus in West Maui wastewater and is increasing health surveillance measures. No confirmed cases yet.

Hawaii Governor Josh Green orders flags at half-staff to honor Pearl Harbor victims on December 7, 2025, with ceremonies at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial.

A suspect believed to be linked to multiple Haʻikū home break‑ins is in custody. Detectives say the investigation is ongoing and thanked residents who came forward.

The "Miracle House" in Lahaina, surviving the 2023 Maui wildfires, has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, honoring its architectural and historical significance.

The Waikiki‑born trio returns to da Playground in Wailuku next Thursday to preview Oxygen, their Ken Caillat‑produced LP, with guest musicians.

The Honolulu City Council approved a $1 million settlement to the family of Iremamber Sykap, a 16-year-old shot by police, amid concerns over setting a precedent for law enforcement liability.

Christine Kuehn's Family of Spies argues that relatives spied on Oʻahu before Pearl Harbor, adding new documents and local testimony to a long-hidden wartime record.