A super typhoon with satellite-estimated winds near 180 mph is bearing down on Guam and the Northern Marianas. Warnings, heavy rain and flight cancellations are already in effect.

A 26-year-old Kailua-Kona man died after cliff-jumping at Lekeleke Bay ('End of the World'). Police have opened a coroner’s inquest and are seeking witnesses.

DOH advised avoiding waters near the Kāneʻohe MCB outfall after sampling found a wastewater discharge exceeded permitted fecal‑indicator bacteria levels. Lanikai and parts of Kailua Bay are named.

A 30-year-old man died after a hit-and-run on Kewalo Street in Makiki; police are asking witnesses to come forward.

A Flood Advisory for Kauaʻi runs through 10:45 a.m. HST Thursday as heavy rain approaches. Officials warn residents and visitors to avoid streams and low‑lying areas.

Heavy downpours and gusty southerly winds are expected Thursday into Friday. Flood Watch and ocean advisories are in effect.

A two‑alarm house fire on Kanoulu Street in Waialua was knocked down late Tuesday; neighbors helped and no one was hurt. An investigator has been assigned.

Hawaiʻi will hold its first HHSAA high school surfing state championship May 1–2 at Hoʻokipa, with 174 qualifiers from 55 schools across five leagues. The two‑day meet will award boys’ and girls’ titles in three disciplines.

A High Surf Advisory covers south‑facing shores across Hawaii through 6 a.m. Thursday as waves rise to 7–10 feet with occasional 12‑foot sets.

Honolulu Ocean Safety posted warnings after an 'aggressive' shark was spotted near Diamond Head at about 7:17 a.m.; lifeguards urged people to avoid the water.

Mostly sunny today with highs near 82°F. A Hydrologic Outlook flags heavy midweek rain and possible flash flooding — clear drains and have a backup plan.

A tidy micro‑market has replaced the old Capitol snack counter: espresso, two self‑checkout kiosks and locally sourced bentos are now regulars in the basement. The shop is run through the state’s Business Enterprise Program for licensed blind vendors.

State biologists found invasive Avrainvillea erecta along Kauai's south shore, with some patches topping 80% cover.