The Kaua‘i Housing Agency will host a community meeting on July 31 to discuss Kīlauea town expansion, with options to attend in-person or via live YouTube broadcast.

Escaped inmate Clyde T. T. Loa was recaptured in Hawaiʻi after eight months. He faces charges including escape and theft following the ordeal involving three inmates.

A man was arrested in Waikiki after threatening hotel security with a metal stick and fleeing into the ocean, before being apprehended by authorities with assistance from DLNR and Ocean Safety.

Honolulu will experience a temporary dip in trade winds with most showers confined to windward areas until Saturday, while leeward regions stay mainly dry.

Puna resident Joseph Donald Tibbs pleaded guilty to child abuse and sexual assault, agreeing to a 40-year sentence. His bail was denied and he's to register as a sex offender.

Hawaii's DOCARE is enforcing violations at Sacred Falls State Park due to ongoing trespassing, despite clear warnings and a tragic past accident. Violations carry fines and possible jail time.

Maui County offers a funding session for sustainability projects on July 25, with grant applications due by August 8 across various environmental categories.

Honolulu firefighters quickly contained a Waianae house fire on July 20; no occupants were present, and no injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.

Kauai reopens metal recycling services at county facilities, setting rules for drop-off items, and provides a free option for residents, with businesses directed to Puhi Metals Facility for a fee.

A woman in Honolulu was arrested for DUI and assaulting an officer after a vehicle accident on Ala Moana Blvd. She resisted arrest and bit a policeman, who was treated for his injury. Charges include Resisting Arrest and Assault on Law Enforcement.

Kūhiō Highway in Kauaʻi will undergo nightly closures until September 15 for pavement reconstruction, with weekend single lane closures and emergency access maintained.

Hawaii State Public Library System's Summer Reading Challenge ends on July 31st. Participants can earn prizes by logging books and minutes read and learning new Hawaiian words. The goal is to reach 25,000 readers.

Kaua‘i Fire Department rescued a 53-year-old hiker with a heart issue from Kalalau Trail using a helicopter, safely evacuating them for medical treatment.