The Waianae Coast Rotary Club hosted its 28th Christmas Parade, reflecting community resilience despite high crime rates, with around 2,000 participants and 70 floats.

Kaua‘i Police and local first responders partnered with the Līhu‘e Target and local organizations to bring gifts and a pizza party to 69 children during the "Heroes and Helpers" event.

Former youth coach Dwayne Yuen pleads guilty to multiple child sex crimes, facing a potential 144-year prison sentence.

Water tests in Aiea to Kahala showed no E. coli after an initial positive sample. BWS assured the public the tap water is safe, as routine chlorine disinfection prevents risk.

The 52nd Honolulu Marathon drew over 35,000 runners, with Eritrea's Yamane Haileselassie and Kenya's Cynthia Limo winning the male and female races, respectively.

Incarcerated mothers at WCCC reunited with their children for a festive event with activities, gifts, and a visit from Santa, supported by the Pūʻā Foundation and the Honolulu Diocese.

A man who escaped federal custody in 2017 is indicted after being recaptured in 2024, facing charges for his original fraud convictions and his escape.

Hawai‘i reports a new travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu, among 15 cases statewide in 2024. The Health Department is conducting mosquito control and advising residents to take preventive measures.

Endangered Hawaiian crows were reintroduced into East Maui, marking a hopeful step for species recovery through a partnership involving several conservation organizations.

A water main break in Aiea affected over 50 residences and three businesses. The BWS is working to fix a 16-inch main and a 4-inch valve, with water wagons provided for residents.

The NWS in Honolulu predicts increased rainfall for Hawaii due to an approaching cold front, with conditions worsening tonight on Kauai. Aviation may see temporary MVFR conditions, and small craft advisory conditions are possible at sea.

Stable weather conditions with light breezes are forecasted for Honolulu until Wednesday, with a front bringing increased rain chances later in the week.

A 19-year-old man from Pahoa is in critical condition after his pickup was hit in a traffic accident on Hawaii Island.