Hawai‘i police are searching for missing 26-year-old Tyler Reikofski-Ekle and request public assistance. He requires medication and was last seen on Highway 137 on August 10, 2024.

Maui County's Department of Environmental Management has restored sewer service to 28 properties in West Maui after disruptions from August 2023 wildfires, with updates available online.

A Maui Bus was caught in a sinkhole caused by a broken watermain. No injuries reported; repairs have been made and advisories issued against driving through pooled water.

The NWS predicts drier, cooler weather and weakened trade winds for Oahu, with minimal rain and lower nighttime temperatures expected over the weekend.

Environmentalists sue Maui County and Hawaiian Electric over streetlights that disorient endangered birds, advocating for lighting changes to protect nocturnal navigation.

A live gopher snake was found among Christmas trees at a Hilo store; contained by staff and captured by HDOA inspectors, who are alert for invasive species.

Hawai‘i Island police warn of phone scammers pretending to be officers, coercing victims to pay fake arrest warrants via Coinstar machines, a method the police never use. Residents are advised to verify callers and not share personal information.

Governor Josh Green of Hawaii proclaimed Nov. 18-24 as Crash Responder Safety Week to promote the safety of first responders at vehicular accident scenes.

The DLNR, TNC, and ASU collaborated to relocate coral colonies from a decommissioned fish farm off Hawai‘i Island, aiming to restore them to their natural habitats or use them for research and propagation.

A woman in Honolulu was arrested for allegedly shooting at her ex-boyfriend and is facing potential attempted murder charges. No injuries were reported.

Honolulu Ocean Safety performed rescues off Waikiki and Waimea Bay due to strong winds affecting paddle boarders and kite foilers, emphasizing the need for caution in sea conditions.

A multi-vehicle crash on Farrington Highway in Nanakuli resulted in multiple injuries, one critical, and significant traffic disruption. Firefighters rescued a trapped victim and HPD is investigating the incident.

Hawaiian residents are on alert as an Emergency Proclamation has been issued due to a Red Flag Warning, signifying high wildfire risk in leeward areas.