The former Trump Waikīkī has reopened as Ka Laʻi Waikīkī Beach after a $100M overhaul that added 238 residential-style studios, a refreshed spa and three new dining concepts. The 38‑story property now markets itself as a calmer pocket of Waikīkī near Fort DeRussy Park.

HTA is directing $1 million to 10 major festivals and sports events around the islands in 2026, aiming to boost visitation and community engagement.

Honolulu police say an unknown man approached children at a Waikīkī hotel pool on Sunday, offering money and writing their names in a notebook. Authorities are seeking tips.

The Hawai‘i Symphony brings 64 musicians and top Hawaiian artists to Royal Lahaina on Sept. 19 for a free, under‑the‑stars concert celebrating Maui's resilience.

A local nonprofit has taken over management of Māliko Bay and is raising funds and volunteers to repair a storm‑damaged boat ramp that serves fishers and first responders.

Maui County will host a July 15 open house in Lahaina where wildfire‑impacted homeowners can meet Goodfellow Bros. and preview Ho‘okumu Hou rebuild plans.

Sen. Brian Schatz won $24 million in federal funding to replace six historic bridges along Hāna Highway, giving East Maui’s long‑planned bridge upgrade a major boost.

Police responded Wednesday to reports of a man with a handgun in the Ala Moana area; another caller reported gunshots and the investigation is ongoing.

A Chinese national was arrested at Honolulu’s airport and charged with visa fraud after authorities say he concealed PLA service and Communist Party leadership. Federal court records and reporting detail the allegations.

After a four-month closure, Kahala Zippy's reopened with a refreshed dining room, Napoleon's Bakery, a sushi bar and behind-the-scenes upgrades.

Hanauma Bay will close Aug. 3 611, 2026 while the city replaces a 35yearold sewer system serving beach and parking facilities. A second brief shutdown is expected in early 2027.

Warm, sunny and gusty: trades will keep highs near 85°F with gusts over 30 mph. South‑shore surf could approach advisory levels.

Gusty east‑northeast trades will top near 30 mph Saturday with choppy east shores, a Small Craft Advisory through Monday, and elevated south‑shore surf Sunday–Monday.