Molokai man, Mariano Garces, is convicted of second-degree murder in the 2022 death of his girlfriend, Amie Kaholoa'a, and faces life with the possibility of parole.

Hawaii faces an increase in meth and fentanyl, with Mexican cartels implicated. Authorities are combating the trend as drug-related deaths rise, including among youth and military members. Efforts to educate and treat addiction are underway.

Maui firefighters are working to extinguish a brush fire in West Maui, with the blaze 75% contained and 10 acres affected. No evacuations or injuries have been reported.

The reward for information on Amber Jackson's 2010 murder in Kauai is now $20,000, boosted by an anonymous donor.

Nicholas Williams, a 39-year-old man missing for over 7 months, was found unharmed in Hilo, Hawaii. Details surrounding his disappearance are still unknown.

Two Maui teens were arrested for suspected illegal night hunting on Oprah Winfrey's ranch. They lacked hunting licenses and carried firearms, one unregistered. Charges are pending.

A 15-year-old boy in Waianae was seriously injured in a shooting incident and is receiving hospital treatment. Details are limited and the investigation is ongoing.

The Bank of Hawaii in Waikiki was robbed, prompting police response and concern among locals. The suspect remains at large while investigations continue.

A murder probe begins after Yong Cha Kim, 71, was found dead at her Big Island home, with an autopsy revealing strangulation as the cause of death. No arrests have been made yet.

A 71-year-old hiker was rescued by Kaua‘i Fire Department after a leg injury on the Nounou East Trail. She was airlifted to safety and received further treatment at a medical center.

The Honolulu Police Department has announced impaired driver checkpoints throughout Oahu from July 1 to August 31, targeting drunk driving during the summer and holidays.

A Colorado visitor died after being found unresponsive at Hā‘ena Beach Park. Despite life-saving efforts, the victim was pronounced dead at the hospital. An autopsy is underway and there's no indication of foul play.

Three deputy sheriffs have been arrested amidst investigations into misconduct at the Department of Law Enforcement, including harassment allegations and endangering behavior.