Teachers say repeated plumbing failures soaked classrooms, made students sick and exposed delays in the state repair process. Union leaders want a timeline for fixes.

Maui County earns the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for its FY 2026 budget, highlighting fiscal proficiency and transparency.

Officer Jenna Kosinski-Santos was named Ka‘ū Officer of the Quarter for her outstanding law enforcement work, including strategic patrols and several arrests.

A Holomua Collective survey of more than 3,200 workers finds 75% say they will — or might — leave Hawaiʻi, citing wages, economic instability and housing as the key drivers.

Honolulu residents can safely dispose of unwanted fireworks at a buyback event, with monetary incentives offered. The event aims to prevent firework-related accidents.

Paradise Cove Luau in Ko Olina will close after its Dec. 31, 2025 final show. The shutdown affects roughly 167–172 staffers as developers move ahead with a $135M redevelopment plan.

Kaiser Permanente Hawaii awarded $263,000 to four local nonprofits to expand Kupuna Fresh, DA BUX discounts and farm‑to‑food‑bank programs that get local produce to seniors and SNAP families.

Philippe Guedj, a licensed clinical social worker, has been named the Diocese of Honolulu's Victim Assistance Coordinator. He will be based at Catholic Charities Hawaii to support adult survivors.

A nine-person occupation in 1976 grew into a statewide movement that stopped Navy bombing, won federal cleanup money and returned Kahoolawe to Hawaii. Large areas still remain unsafe.

Honolulu achieved a perfect score on the HRC’s Municipal Equality Index for the second year, reflecting its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity in laws, policies, and services.

Honolulu has been named one of Forbes' America’s Dream Employers for 2026, recognized for its work culture and commitment to employee success, ranking fourth statewide according to surveys. Mayor Blangiardi expressed pride in this acknowledgment.

Libby now offers free access to "The Village Beyond the Mist," which inspired "Spirited Away," inviting readers to discuss the novel in a global community until December 2.

The 52nd annual Maui County Senior Fair, with over 1000 attendees, showcased services and programs for seniors, featuring 60+ organizations and entertainment.