Residents of Puʻuhonua O Waiʻanae in Hawaiʻi are moving to a new farm village thanks to over $10M in donations, aiming for self-sufficiency and permanent housing.

Hawaiʻi DOH detected measles virus in Maui wastewater samples collected Nov. 18; lab results show a wild (non‑vaccine) strain. No suspected cases have been identified and officials urge up‑to‑date MMR vaccination.

The 25th Annual Waimea Light Parade on Dec. 20, 2025, begins at 6:15 p.m. Streets will close from 5-8:15 p.m. Local bus schedules will adjust for the event.

Former Ocean Safety chief John Titchen is back on the shortlist to lead Honolulu lifeguards, setting up a high-stakes public hearing in early December.

An 84-year-old woman from Kula died after a car crash on Maui; she was not wearing a seatbelt and succumbed to her injuries the following day. The incident is under investigation.

Two boaters were stranded after their vessel sank off Hanauma Bay; one swam to shore, the other was rescued by a jet ski and HFD, with minor injuries.

U.S. and Chinese military officials met in Honolulu this week under the MMCA to review risky naval and air encounters and plan a 2026 follow‑up.

Persistent brisk winds in Honolulu will weaken by the weekend, with some showers expected, particularly over windward and mauka areas. Conditions are favorable for aviation and marine activities, with surf elevated on north and west shores today.

Two drivers were injured after a U‑turn collision on Kūhiō Highway near Kapaka Street in Princeville; investigators say speed doesn't appear to be a factor.

HART invites the public to a design workshop for the Downtown Skyline Station, part of Honolulu's urban development, held at Aloha Tower Marketplace on November 19, 2025.

A nine-member team from Kihei captured the team championship at the 50th Gene Lewis Invitational in Mesa, taking five division titles and the overall trophy.

A Honolulu mother accuses the Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii of ignoring months of sexual abuse and bullying against her then-10-year-old son at a Spalding after-school program. Attorneys are asking other victims to come forward as the case moves through court.

After multimillion‑dollar payouts and the Waikīkī shooting of a teenager, Hawaii’s new pursuit law and a City Council settlement are under scrutiny. The choices made now will shape how often officers chase fleeing cars.