Sina Pili pleaded guilty to first-degree assault in the death of her 11-year-old adopted daughter. Sentencing is set for July 29.

Hawaiʻi DOH warned Tuesday that brown, murky water at Kamaʻole 2 Beach Park in South Maui may be contaminated; beach users are advised to avoid contact while conditions persist.

Sticky, humid air and spotty showers will linger across Honolulu today and into the week. Expect highs near 83°F and light winds.

Search teams recovered the body of Jennifer Sperry near Keahua Arboretum; police say foul play is not suspected and an autopsy is pending.

Fog and frequent showers in Honolulu this morning; NWS has canceled the remaining Flood Watch but warns of lingering minor flooding in low areas.

A 35-year-old man was arrested after two hit-and-run crashes in Kalihi and downtown Honolulu left three people hospitalized, police say.

Falling rock forced Kamehameha Highway at Waimea Bay to close in both directions; DOT crews were sent to assess the slope.

Assaggio, a Kailua mainstay since 1991, will close at the end of the year as its owners retire after 35 years.

A national Lumina grant will help the University of Hawaiʻi scale Direct2UH, the fast‑pass program that simplifies admission for public high‑school seniors. The funding aims to link admissions, advising and financial aid across the state.

A dead coconut rhinoceros beetle was collected near Kahului Airport, prompting expanded traps and surveys. Officials urge residents to inspect palms and report suspected damage.

DLE Director Mike Lambert says he will step down this summer and return to HPD to preserve pension benefits after legislation to protect officer pensions stalled. The move raises fresh pressure on lawmakers over pay and retirement rules.

La Birria opened a Pearl Kai storefront in Aiea, moving from its food‑truck roots to a permanent spot with birria tacos, ramen and curated party packs.

Honolulu’s Biki needs roughly $800,000 to stay running after years of vandalism and shrinking tourist use. City officials say the system’s odds of surviving are about 50%.