Himalayan Kitchen in Kaimuki received a red placard from health inspectors due to critical violations, including poor refrigeration and pest infestations.

Kaua‘i Mayor signed Bill 2976 to ban disposable bodyboards due to their environmental impact, with penalties for non-compliance and a grace period for businesses to adapt.

Kahala neighbors are objecting after Shangri La asked to expand evening events to about 30 a year and allow some gatherings of up to 200 people. City planning staff will review the permit request.

A draft DEIS for Mākena Mauka proposes 652 homes across 1,000+ acres; public comment runs through Jan. 22 as critics raise water, traffic and affordability concerns.

Alexander & Baldwin will be bought for $21.20 a share in a deal valuing the company at roughly $2.3 billion; the buyer group includes MW Group, Blackstone and DivcoWest.

Kīlauea's 38th eruption episode ended after 12 hours, featuring 50-100 feet high lava fountains, briefly peaking at 1,000-1,200 feet. Approximately 13 million cubic yards of lava were produced.

Hawai‘i Police seek help finding Justin Harmon, missing from Kailua-Kona since Dec 1, described as endangered and possibly needing medication. He's 46, with blond hair, blue eyes, last seen with a black backpack.

Keck‑led researchers used KCWI, JWST, HST and VLT to measure H0 to ~4.5% precision using lensed quasars — and the new number deepens the persistent Hubble tension.

Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is closing Runway 4R nightly for runway improvement work, with late flights rerouted and potential noise increase for nearby residents.

Hawai‘i Police investigate a burglary in Hilo where two rifles were stolen from a home tented for fumigation. They advise homeowners to secure valuables before fumigation.

Andrew Green was arrested in Kailua-Kona for a hotel robbery and assaulting a security guard. He used a pipe as a weapon and claimed "I am god," later apprehended with multiple charges.

Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station temporarily cannot accept motor oil due to capacity issues, with services resuming December 9. Residents are advised to hold oil or go to Līhu‘e Transfer Station instead.

Hawai'i DOH warns of a nationwide cheese recall by The Ambriola Company due to potential Listeria contamination, with products sold at stores like Sam’s Club and Foodland.