A high‑end Wolfgang’s Steakhouse at The Shops at Wailea will close after under two years, an abrupt pullback that highlights pressure on resort dining. Local reporting and industry observers point to rising costs and softer visitor spending.

Maui Powerhouse bought a 2.2-acre parcel adjacent to Kahului Costco and plans a 25,000-sq-ft flagship gym plus roughly 10,000 sq ft of retail suites, with construction eyed for 2027.

A National Weather Service Flood Advisory covers Maui until 11:30 a.m. HST as heavy rain impacts West Maui and Haleakalā slopes. Residents should avoid streams and flooded roads.

Honolulu police say 37-year-old Tiofilusi Tongamoa escaped custody after an alleged assault in Aiea and is considered armed and dangerous. Authorities ask anyone with tips to call Crime Stoppers.

Jacob Rohrer was arrested in Maui for vehicle theft and assault after escaping a medical facility and injuring an elderly woman during the crime. Police used various resources in their search.

Scientists predict possible lava fountaining at Kīlauea's summit within two days, based on observatory models and increased activity, including earthquakes and persistent crater glow.

Kaiser Permanente healthcare professionals in Hawai‘i volunteered for ecological and cultural restoration projects on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, marking a decade-long tradition of community service.

A state pilot will charter flights for Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi patients to reach Honolulu for appointments starting this month. Local groups are coordinating runs but funding only covers 2026.

Honolulu Bistro rolled out a Waikīkī food truck serving its signature sweet and savory grilled sandwiches and new coffee drinks.

UHERO warns of a mild recession that would raise costs for Hawaii households; local nonprofits say early, trauma-informed support will be critical for ALICE families. Child & Family Service outlines programs and contacts for those who need help.

A free concert hosted by the Hawaiʻi State Archives and the University of Hawaiʻi will celebrate Hawaiian music and history on January 24, featuring performances on historical instruments.

A whale carcass washed up at Waimanalo Beach Park and drew multiple sharks; lifeguards posted warning signs and officials are monitoring the bay.

Hawaiʻi County has bought and protected an 81‑acre estuary north of Hilo and placed stewardship with a local fishing association. The purchase locks in access, habitat protections and a management plan funded by public conservation dollars.