Hawaii airports debut new mobile passport control and partnership upgrades at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, transforming the passenger experience with digital solutions.

Wawae Road in Lawai is closing from August 18-22 for repaving following a landslide, with expected traffic delays and restricted access during work hours.

A suspect was arrested for an armed robbery in Palolo, where a 76-year-old man's home was invaded. The Honolulu Police quickly identified and captured the 43-year-old male suspect.

Honolulu's Bill 7 promised 90-day affordable housing permits but none of 50+ applications have met that deadline, averaging two years instead.

Hawaii's Big Island faces its worst drought in over a decade, with ranchers scrambling for emergency water access as officials warn the crisis is only halfway through the dry season.

Hawaii faces its worst whooping cough outbreak in years with cases already surpassing 2024 totals. Declining vaccination rates create dangerous conditions for further spread.

A 25-year-old motorcyclist died Sunday after a car turned illegally at Farrington Highway and Waiomea Street, marking Oahu's 50th traffic death this year.

Mayor Bissen declared August 8 as Lā Hoʻōla in Maui to honor those affected by the 2023 wildfires during a gathering with first responders and officials.

The DHHL Maui District Office remains open during roof repairs scheduled for completion by the end of September. Visitors are advised to be cautious around construction areas.

The DOW announced the partial closure of their Līhuʻe office lot on Aug. 9 for wheel stop installation, urging caution for those using the bill drop box.

A Chinese national's federal prison sentence highlights the growing methamphetamine crisis plaguing Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands as Pacific territories become key distribution hubs.

A vehicle fire on H-3 freeway near Harano Tunnels Thursday night forced traffic closures and highlighted ongoing safety challenges on Hawaii's most expensive highway.

Hawaii's COVID-19 activity jumps to medium level while flu and RSV stay low, prompting health officials to urge updated vaccinations.