Community members and leaders rally to defend Kamehameha Schools' Hawaiian-preference admissions policy against a mainland group's legal challenge, asserting the importance of the policy for cultural preservation.

Thousands honored late music legend Fiji at a Honolulu tribute concert, with 30,000 fans gathering at Kapiolani Park and the Shell amid strict safety measures.

The Kaua‘i Fire Department and the Kaua‘i Philippine Cultural Center are launching Fire Prevention Week with an October 4 event featuring safety activities and education.

Jada Rossman joins Honolulu's city team as a Housing Policy Fellow from the Bloomberg Harvard City Hall Fellowship, aiming to reform housing regulations over two years.

Officer Charles Caldwell-Kaai was named 2025 Police Officer of the Year by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee for his distinguished service and high-profile arrests.

Honolulu will pay tribute to 9/11 victims by lighting Honolulu Hale and Neal S. Blaisdell Arena in blue on September 11, 2025, as announced by Mayor Rick Blangiardi.

The Hawai‘i Police Department's fifth "Fill a Cruiser Food Drive" received over 4,600 pounds of food and $8,966 in donations, vastly surpassing previous years' contributions.

Maui County Fair introduces a Special Fair Day for individuals with disabilities on October 3, 2025, with tailored attractions and live entertainment. Free limited tickets available online until September 19.

The Planning Department invites East Kaua‘i residents to a workshop on September 16 for the East Kaua‘i Community and Circulation Plan, focusing on local planning matters.

After 40 years, Dwain "Oki" Uyeda retires from the Honolulu Zoo, leaving a legacy of dedication and unique experiences with animals like Elton the lizard and Lani Moo the 3rd.

Kaua‘i Police Department's non-emergency line is experiencing intermittent disruptions. They’ve provided alternative numbers for public use during the outage.

Wailuku First Friday event includes a community wall art project where locals can paint alongside artists, with live music, food, and vendor stalls adding to the festivities.

Hawai‘i Police received a donation of AEDs to improve emergency response, aiming to provide each officer with a device to address cardiac arrests effectively.