Dr. Kimo Alameda has won the mayoral race over incumbent Mitch Roth on Hawaii's Big Island, while James Hustace replaces Cindy Evans on the County Council. Local issues like affordable housing dominated the election.

Regal Service Company settled for $300,000 over accusations of using unqualified welders on Navy vessels, as announced by the U.S. Attorney for Hawaii.

A man was hit by an SUV on Kaumuali‘i Highway, causing road closure for investigation. He is stable after being hospitalized. Speed and impairment weren't factors. Police seek witnesses.

Hawai‘i Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating a suspect following an early morning burglary of a Hilo business captured on surveillance.

The University of Hawaii women’s volleyball team defeated Cal Poly in four sets, tying for the Big West lead, as reported by hawaiiathletics.com and Spectrum Sports.

Five teens were hospitalized after their vehicle overturned in Kailua, causing a closure on Kalanianaole Highway.

The forecast in Honolulu predicts moderate trade winds and passing showers, with a chance of heavy rain and thunderstorms early next week for Maui and the Big Island.

The University of Hawai'i Cancer Center received a full five-year National Cancer Institute designation, with an $11 million grant reflecting its 'outstanding' oncology contributions.

The article announces a Community Climate Fair in Kauaʻi on Nov. 2, which includes interactive booths, networking, and chances to shape Hawaiʻi's Climate Action Pathways.

Hawaii faces heavy rain and thunderstorms as an upper low moves over the islands, prompting a statewide Flood Watch. Conditions are expected to improve by Tuesday with a shift to drier trade winds.

Island School fourth-graders in Kaua‘i learn about endangered seabird conservation through a partnership with local environmental groups, engaging in hands-on activities including the release of Newell’s shearwaters.

Hawaiian weather forecasts predict light trade winds with night-time showers primarily on the windward side, strengthening over the weekend and into next week. Stable conditions and moderate to strong trade winds are expected later in the week.

Hawaii Island police investigate a suspected second-degree murder after a man in his 50s was found dead in a residence, prompting an ongoing investigation and a call for public assistance.