A 74-year-old man died after his vehicle hit a rock wall in Waikoloa, with police initiating a coroner's inquest into the second traffic fatality of the year.

The National Weather Service forecasts a shift in Honolulu's weather with reduced trade winds, leading to sea breezes by day and land breezes by night, along with potential isolated showers and new swells affecting maritime activities.

Hawaii's Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline hosts the annual First Day Hike, featuring a spectacular sunrise and cultural performances including a pu, an oli, taiko drums, and bagpipes.

Hawai‘i state employees can defer hazard pay into a retirement savings plan. Enrollment is required by January 13, 2025, for account setup, and elections must be completed by February 21, 2025, for HGEA members and a later date for HFFA members.

Hawaii's Governor Josh Green signed an executive order to protect medical cannabis caregivers from aggressive legal enforcement, allowing them to serve patients within current legal limits.

Hawaii's Big Island police arrested 19 drivers for DUI from December 16-22, 2024. DUI arrests for the year totaled 942, a slight increase from the previous year, amid a rise in major crashes and traffic fatalities.

The article discusses Attorney General Anne Lopez's support for Louisiana's efforts to create a second majority-Black congressional district, following a court mandate to address Voting Rights Act violations.

Hawai'i DOH has issued a recall for Alcon Laboratories' Systane Lubricant Eye Drops due to possible fungal contamination. Consumers should stop using and return affected products.

The Maui Humane Society is urgently seeking fosters for animals ahead of New Year's Eve due to capacity issues and expected intake surge.

Officer Severo Ines Jr. was honored as Officer of the Quarter by HISSPA for his dedication to traffic safety, citing his arrests of motorists for excessive speeding on Hawai‘i Island.

Hawaii men's basketball triumphed over Charlotte with a 78-61 win, advancing to the Diamond Head Classic semifinals, led by Gytis Nemeiksa and Marcus Greene's combined 46 points.

The National Weather Service forecasts stable weather with light winds and potential showers for Hawaii, alongside High Surf Warnings due to strong Pacific swells.

The Hawaiʻi State Archives exhibit documents from the Pacific War Memorial Commission, highlighting efforts to commemorate WWII casualties, funding challenges, and the role of community support, including a fundraiser by Elvis Presley.