Hawaiʻi's Connect Kākou initiative received federal approval to use Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program funds to improve state internet connectivity.

Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a significant marijuana operation after discovering 397 plants and over 364 pounds of processed marijuana, along with other substances, firearms, and cash in Hawaiian Oceanview Estates.

Governor Josh Green of Honolulu presents Hawai‘i's Supplemental Budget for FY 2027, prioritizing housing, healthcare, education, and climate resilience, with a total of $10.58 billion in general funds and $903 million in G.O. Bonds.

A horned scarab is eating into Hawaii’s palms. Islands are combining dogs, traps, bans and lab research to stop the coconut rhinoceros beetle from spreading.

State regulators warn Hawaiʻi that AI‑powered scams — from deepfakes to fake trading bots — are surging this holiday season. DCCA points to nationwide data and lists 12 threats residents should watch for.

Hawaii women's basketball team claimed a victory over Liberty but lost to Montana State in the Maui Classic, exhibiting strong 3-point shooting but struggling with turnovers against Montana's defense.

A residential building in Waipio caught fire on December 18; HFD responded swiftly, extinguished the blaze, and no occupants were injured. The cause is under investigation.

Washington State Trooper Tara-Marysa Guting died on duty when struck by a vehicle while investigating an accident. She was a dedicated officer and former Army National Guard member.

Kaua'i celebrated its Water Conservationists of the Year, praising GoFarm Hawai'i and Iwikua for their sustainable water use practices in agriculture.

Registration for the 2026 Spring Basketball League opens December 29 and closes January 9; eligible are fifth to eighth graders, with games at Kalāheo Gym. Forms available online.

A Justice Department memo and Education Department review put University of Hawaiʻi Native Hawaiian programs and roughly $12.3M in federal grants at risk.

Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro brings his Holidays In Hawaiʻi show to the MACC, mixing new holiday recordings with island favorites and notable guests.

Honolulu-based Trinity Investments bought The Hoxton, Poblenou in Barcelona, a 240-key lifestyle hotel acquired with Partners Group. The price was not disclosed and the deal is Trinity’s third European buy.