A UH Cancer Center analysis found Hawaiʻi residents spent more than $230M on mainland cancer care from 2021–2023, prompting investment in local trials and services.

A Waipahu man pleaded no‑contest to six explosive‑device felonies; the court granted a four‑year deferral and ordered 240 hours of community service. The charges could be dismissed if he meets the terms.

TSA officers at Honolulu’s airport found a folding knife hidden inside a passenger’s prosthetic leg; the traveler was denied entry and escorted from the checkpoint.

A night dive near Kaʻaʻawa on Oʻahu’s North Shore left a 30-year-old man dead. Police have opened an unattended‑death investigation and ocean‑safety officials urged caution.

Exchanges have dropped from a 2021 high to under half a million in 2024 as staff pivot to naloxone, wound care and safer-smoking kits.

An affray in Kailua‑Kona's old industrial area left two men injured Sunday night; police are investigating and seeking witnesses.

Honolulu police say a 69-year-old was arrested after two bank robberies in Makiki on June 29. Detectives say the suspect faces first- and second-degree robbery counts.

Honolulu police say a driver fired at a car in Kailua on June 28; both occupants escaped without injury. Detectives are seeking witnesses and video.

A 17-year-old e-motorcyclist was critically injured in a hit-and-run on South King Street in Moiliili; police are asking witnesses with video or tips to call.

A family dispute in Mililani turned violent Friday night; Honolulu police arrested an 18-year-old and the investigation is ongoing.

Two men are wanted after a Mokulēʻia robbery left a man with minor injuries; police released photos and suspect descriptions.

HPD's Human Trafficking Unit executed search warrants in Aiea and Pearl City this week, locating several sex workers and seizing more than $21,000 while investigations continue.

Hawaii officials say there is no tsunami threat after a 6.7 earthquake near Mindanao. State and federal centers are continuing to monitor sea‑level data and alerts.