KCSW donated 1,500 period products to help combat period poverty, as highlighted by First Lady Monica Kawakami during an event at the Līhu‘e Civic Center.

The Kaua‘i Police Department is advising residents to use alternative phone lines for emergencies due to cellular service disruptions, with alternative numbers provided.

Nurses at Kapiolani Medical Center will return after a lockout, with a new contract featuring pay raises and a staffing matrix to address their demand for safer staffing levels.

Kapa‘a Refuse Transfer Station will be closed for renovations from November 2, 2024, to August 2, 2025, with only the green waste section open. Residents must use alternate sites for disposal.

Nine inmates at WCCC graduated with certificates and one with an AA degree through the Windward Community College's program, marking a first in the facility's history.

Unionized nurses at Kapiolani Medical Center ratified a new contract improving patient-to-nurse ratios and increasing pay after prolonged negotiations.

A free legal clinic in Waiʻanae offered assistance in expunging minor criminal records and recalling bench warrants, with the help of volunteer attorneys and a judge.

Honolulu celebrates UN World Habitat Day emphasizing sustainable urban living and youth engagement, with events planned including awards and a symposium.

Kauaʻi Police Department partnered with the DEA to host a Drug Take Back Day on October 26 for safe medication disposal, excluding needles and syringes.

The Women's Community Correctional Center in Hawaii celebrated its expansion, adding new buildings and Ho‘okipa Cottage renovations to enhance inmate rehabilitation and working conditions.

Community members in Hawaiʻi gathered at UH West Oʻahu for a Kaulunani-hosted event to support forestry efforts, with activities and cultural exchanges focused on tree nurturing and combating invasive species.

Hawaii's DLIR has announced the 2024 Workforce Development Heroes, recognizing individuals and organizations for their contributions to the state's employment and skill development during Workforce Development Month.

Negotiations between Kapiolani Medical Center and union nurses in Honolulu show progress on staffing issues after a year-long dispute and a 24-hour strike.