A Maui man with prior felonies was sentenced to over three years for possessing explosive powder after homemade fireworks led to a police search and the discovery of further illegal items.

A Honolulu Police officer was injured during an altercation with an armed man in crisis in Waikīkī; both were hospitalized and an attempted murder investigation is underway.

Honolulu approved a retail permit for Pacific Fireworks even after an investigation tied the company to a 2022 $2.7M illegal-fireworks shipment. Import and storage rights were blocked.

Multiple shots rang out Monday night on Wahiawā's 300 block of Palm Street; two vehicles were struck and no injuries were reported. Police are asking the public for tips.

Authorities in Kaua‘i arrested Charles Aban, a suspect in a series of vehicle break-ins, setting his bail at $320,000. The ongoing investigation involves community and inter-agency cooperation.

Two teens were rushed to the hospital after an e‑bike collided with a car in Mililani; both were unhelmeted and in serious condition.

Emergency crews found a 68-year-old pilot unresponsive after a paraglider crashed into the mountains near Sea Life Park on Monday; HFD reached the scene by helicopter.

A 46-year-old California hiker was rescued by the Kaua‘i Fire Department from the Kukui Trail after suffering leg injuries. The rescue involved an aerial extraction and concluded around 6:05 p.m.

The FBI's new data shows more flash‑mob shoplifting incidents in 2024 and millions stolen; FBI Honolulu flagged the report for local retailers.

A motorcyclist was critically injured Monday morning after being struck on westbound Nimitz Highway near the H‑1 on‑ramp; lanes were closed and police are investigating.

A teenage girl was rescued by Honolulu Ocean Safety for severe seasickness while paddling off Hanauma Bay. Emergency services provided care. Her current condition is unknown.

A 37-year-old motorcyclist died after a head-on crash on Kunia Road in Waipahu, marking Oʻahu’s 77th traffic fatality of 2025.

A 23-year-old hunter was rescued on Makaha Ridge, Kaua‘i, after getting injured. Fire departments and Air 1 cooperated in the operation, transporting him to safety for medical treatment.