Kaua‘i County announces holiday closures for Christmas and New Year's Day, affecting various services but not residential refuse pick-up or The Kaua‘i Bus.

Officers Alysa Gamache and Kastle Quiocho were commended as Officers of the Month for December 2025 by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee for their conduct during a brawl in Kona.

Hawaiʻi officials mourn the death of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd, acknowledging his impactful service and expressing condolences to his family and colleagues.

Waimea families will compete in a gingerbread house contest, the "South Kohala Sugar Showdown," on Dec. 17, hosted by the Hawai‘i Police and partners.

The Housing Agency seeks proposals for its Homeless Program grants, with a submission deadline of January 30 and a cutoff time of 4:30 p.m. Details are on the Kauai County website.

The Maui Police Department offers a preparatory program, 'Test Prep Tuesday,' to aid prospective officers in the police exam, covering various academic skills.

The Hawai‘i Police Department is hosting two "Coffee With a Cop" events in West Hawai‘i to facilitate casual talks between police officers and community members, aiming to build trust and rapport.

The Honolulu Police partnered with businesses for "Heroes & Helpers," a holiday event where officers shopped with local children to provide gifts and foster community bonds.

Hawai‘i Police, Kona Walmart and The Salvation Army are hosting a "Fill a Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive" on Dec. 20, 2025, to collect toys for children in need.

Kaua‘i first responders joined with 85 children for a "Heroes and Helpers" event, giving kids a $100 shopping spree and a pizza party, aiming to build trust and resiliency among community youth.

Punchbowl joined the national Wreaths Across America effort and placed roughly 2,000 sponsored wreaths this weekend. Local volunteers and community groups helped honor veterans.

Kirby Shaw, a longtime Hawaii disability advocate and former DCAB director, died Nov. 22 in Honolulu at 66. Colleagues praised his steady, practical leadership on access and civil rights.

A Maui Humane Society volunteer’s short video of a dog waiting as she locked up went viral — and helped the dog find a home while highlighting shelter strain.