Firefighters extinguished a fire at a Honolulu high-rise, with no injuries reported. An investigation is underway to determine the cause and assess damage.

Kalani High School's Bryan Silver was named the 2025 Hawaii State Teacher of the Year for his dedication to STEM education and leadership in CTE Engineering and robotics.

A skunk evading capture at Honolulu Harbor was finally caught by Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture officials after several days of attempts. The animal is being tested for rabies.

Upcoming roadwork on Kua Road in Lāwa‘i may cause delays due to single-lane closures from Oct. 17 to Nov. 1, excluding weekends, for essential road resurfacing.

The University of Hawai'i will join the Mountain West Conference (MWC) as a full member in 2026, ending its travel subsidies and aiming for financial relief and competitive improvements.

A wave at Ke Iki Beach on Oahu swept three tourists into the sea, killing a 63-year-old man and hospitalizing two women, one of whom is in critical condition.

The Lahaina Aquatic Center reopened Oct. 11 after a year due to wildfire cleanup, including a new chlorine system, a critical facility for West Maui's community.

A coalition of attorneys general is challenging the FDA's strict restrictions on the abortion pill, mifepristone, noting its safety since its 2000 approval.

The University of Hawaii women's volleyball team swept UC Riverside, with Kate Lang marking her 100th start and coach Ah Mow reflecting on their dynamic.

Hawaii Police are seeking information on Shayson Estocado, missing since Saturday morning in Hilo. The Hawaiian male is 5'8" and was wearing a striped shirt and shorts.

Kuli Road in Kalāheo will be closed from Oct 14-17 for resurfacing. Residents can partially access their homes but are advised to plan for disruptions.

Kaua‘i fire crews quickly extinguished a kitchen fire in Līhu‘e, containing damage to the area of origin and using about 200 gallons of water, with no injuries reported.

Mayor Richard Bissen invites Molokaʻi residents to discuss the 2026 fiscal budget at the community center on Thursday from 5-7 pm. Residents can give feedback in person or online.