The Wall That Heals arrives at UH West Oʻahu Jan. 14–19 with 24/7 viewing, an opening ceremony and on-site veteran resources. The traveling replica brings names and local history to Kapolei.

Feral roosters are still roaming a HECO‑owned lot off the Ala Wai as the city and a contracted vendor set traps amid a spike in complaints. Neighbors want faster action.

Honolulu residents protested at the Hawaii State Capitol against the ICE shooting in Minneapolis, reflecting national concerns over immigration enforcement.

Erosion has pushed ocean waters within 25 feet of the Pa'ia Youth & Cultural Center. Leaders unveiled plans for a raised, privately funded $12M replacement on county land.

Unionized caregivers at Hale Nani staged a picket in Makiki, accusing management of slashing hours and leaving residents with reduced daily care.

Maui PD's Mobile Medical Education Unit offers services at Kalama Park to assist the houseless, including mental health, wound care, and aid with insurance and SNAP.

Hawaiʻi received a $188.9 million federal grant to improve rural healthcare, focusing on access, staffing, and digital infrastructure, as part of a five-year transformation plan.

The Friends of the Library of Hawaiʻi's 15th annual Music and Book Sale in mid-January offers various items to benefit public libraries, with opportunities for volunteering.

State officials say they will revive the Beach and Water Safety Task Force after reporting flagged long-running gaps in signage and swim access. Lifeguards and health officials want more signs, swim lessons and modern alerts.

Hawaii's children are casting votes for the 2026 Nēnē Award to choose their favorite chapter book and graphic novel from 30 nominees. The winners will be announced in spring.

The Protect Kahoolawe 'Ohana marked 50 years of activism to stop military bombings on Kahoolawe, focusing on engaging the next generation in stewardship and cultural preservation.

Immersion classrooms have doubled in number while certified Kaiapuni teachers remain in short supply, prompting petitions, protests and a debate over how to train more kumu. Parents in Pearl City are among those pushing for local middle- and high-school options.

Dr. Trina Orimoto was selected for the APA's Leadership Institute for Women in Psychology, recognizing her contributions to psychological leadership and gender equity.