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Warm and mostly clear Monday with isolated morning showers. Trades strengthen midweek with gusts and choppy seas possible.
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A 26-year-old suspect was arrested in Kalihi after a Friday afternoon robbery; the victim was unharmed and the suspect faces first‑degree robbery charges.
Warm, breezy Sunday in Honolulu with a high near 84°F and isolated showers possible. Trades will strengthen and a low could bring more showers mid‑week.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Honolulu pulled a $34M line to buy the former JAIMS site in Hawaii Kai, with the council chair citing tight finances and plans to revisit the idea next year.
A 76-year-old man, identified as Daniel Vasquez, died after being pulled from the water at Kahaluu Beach Park on Wednesday. Police say no foul play is suspected and an autopsy has been ordered.
A 32-year-old man was rushed to the hospital after a car mounted a Waipahu sidewalk Tuesday afternoon. Police say the Traffic Division's Vehicular Homicide Section is investigating.
Arts & Culture in ...
HNL quietly added AI-generated island songs to its terminal soundtrack. Travelers, musicians and lawmakers are split over whether the tracks reflect Hawaiian culture or undercut local artists.
A 12-year-old boy is in serious condition after being struck by a car Monday night at Aiea Heights Drive and Ulune Street; Honolulu EMS treated and transported him.
A Halawa corrections worker was charged after prosecutors say she stole and used an inmate's credit card. The Attorney General's office filed multiple fraud and identity‑theft counts.
Gov. Josh Green posted that a Maui development will add 221 affordable rentals — a needed boost amid a deep local housing shortage.
Honolulu police arrested a 76-year-old after a Nanakuli home shooting; a witness disarmed the suspect and the injured man was treated at the scene. Detectives say the probe is ongoing.
Rescue crews recovered the body of a diver off Sand Island after a wide-area search; Honolulu Police have opened an unattended‑death investigation.
Three veteran lifeguards were suspended without pay after testing positive for alcohol while on duty at Ala Moana's Magic Island. The city has opened an investigation and says further action could follow.
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