Defense says extreme mental or emotional distress explains the 2020 Ewa Beach killings of a woman and her six‑month‑old son.

A Maui jury found a Lahaina man guilty on 16 counts of sexual assault against a child after a two‑week trial. Sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 12, 2026.

An early‑morning Makakilo house fire left a man pulled from a second‑floor room unconscious and later pronounced dead as HFD investigators probe the blaze.

Judge orders a three‑member competency panel to evaluate Jacob Baker, pausing the Puna murder case while experts weigh his fitness for trial.

Honolulu police say an armed suspect robbed a Kalihi convenience store early Monday and fled on a black moped; no injuries were reported.

Seven visitors were hurt after a late-night disturbance at the Kaanapali Alii pool in Lahaina; a suspect was briefly arrested as Maui police investigate.

A Pukalani man is in custody after police say he drove at officers in downtown Wailuku, crashing into a building and injuring three officers. The investigation is ongoing.

An Oʻahu grand jury indicted a man this week in connection with a 2024 Haleiwa game room raid, accusing him of gambling, weapons and drug offenses.

Two people were arrested and a third is wanted after prosecutors charged three in an alleged $1.2M check-fraud operation; 54 counts were filed. Authorities say investigators are still seeking victims.

A Hilo man tied to an online "Cultist" group was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and ordered 20 years of supervised release.

Federal agents arrested a man after meth was found in two carry‑on bags at HNL; prosecutors have moved to hold him without bail.

Honolulu prosecutors say a year‑long review found the use of deadly force in a Mākaha confrontation justified and that no criminal charges will be filed.

A teen was arrested Tuesday in connection with a violent May 22 Kakaako robbery that left a 22‑year‑old hurt. Honolulu police say three other suspects remain wanted.