A Honolulu fire killed an elderly person and injured another; firefighters responded early on March 19, with the blaze extinguished by 5:29 a.m. An investigation is underway.

Hawaiʻi DOH issued a NOVO to MCBH for water pollution law violations, including a failed toxicity test and unreported chemical use, leading to a $95,000 fine.

Honolulu police conducted a traffic operation to improve pedestrian safety, issuing numerous citations for various violations and making several arrests.

Kauai invites residents to safely dispose of hazardous waste during the HHW collection events on March 29-30 at various locations, excluding businesses and certain materials.

Honolulu Police cited juveniles for e-bike violations and arrested a teen who resisted, who later suffered self-inflicted, non-life-threatening injuries. The department emphasizes e-bike law education for safety.

Hawaiʻi Child Support Enforcement Agency launched a new mobile app and upgraded their web portal to streamline child support management for parents and guardians.

Placer County introduced an online resource to help residents understand fire hazard mapping and ensure compliance with new wildfire preparedness standards.

Hawai‘i's Department of Agriculture extends the voluntary pause on interisland bird transport for 90 more days to prevent bird flu spread, despite no new cases since November 2024.

Hawai‘i police seek help finding John Lilly, missing from Pāhoa since February 18. He's a 56-year-old Caucasian man, last seen wearing a tank top, gym shorts, and sandals.

The University of Hawai‘i women's basketball team won multiple Big West honors, with Lily Wahinekapu named Player of the Year, Ritorya Tamilo as Freshman of the Year, and coach Laura Beeman awarded Coach of the Year.

Maui Police Chief John Pelletier is named in a lawsuit with Sean "Diddy" Combs, accusing them of racketeering and sex trafficking. The police department denies the claims while the mayor suggests administrative leave.

Honolulu braces for strong trade winds and potential showers as a high pressure system affects the area, with marine and wind advisories in place this week.

Sportscaster Bobby Curran, who chronicled University of Hawaii sports for 32 years, has died at 69. He was inducted into the UH Sports Circle of Honor in 2023.