Separate New Year’s Day crashes on Kauaʻi and Oʻahu killed two people as police investigate possible speed and impairment. Toxicology results are pending.

Maui County firefighters tackled 22 fire-related calls over New Year’s — mostly small brush and dumpster blazes that were quickly contained. No major damage or displacement was reported.

A 7-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital after suffering burns in a suspected fireworks mishap in Kāneʻohe late Wednesday night.

A fire occurred in an Ewa Beach home on New Year's Eve, quickly extinguished by Honolulu firefighters with no injuries reported. Cause and damage assessments are pending.

The HPD is cracking down on illegal fireworks and DUIs in Oahu, urging responsible holiday celebrations, with possible fines and jail time for offenders.

Officials warn fake websites built on the codify.inc domain are impersonating Hawaiʻi agencies to steal logins and personal data.

Maui Police seeks public help to find Joshua Jacinto, a missing 35-year-old from Kihei, last seen December 12, 2025. He is 5'10", with black hair, brown eyes, and no phone or vehicle.

Honolulu Police seek help finding Francis Hawkins and urge people with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 808-955-8300 or use anonymous online tips.

A pre-dawn house fire on Waikalua Place in Kaneohe spread to neighboring homes and displaced two residents. HFD extinguished the blaze and an investigation is under way.

A 36-year-old was arrested after allegedly pointing a silver handgun at a man on Kaimukī Avenue; police located him later and say no one was hurt.

Honolulu police are searching for 81-year-old Francis Hawkins, last seen leaving his Ewa Beach home Saturday. He needs daily medication; anyone with tips should call CrimeStoppers.

Hawaii Island Police remind residents of New Year’s fireworks rules, underlining the strict time window, legal types without a permit, and severe penalties for violations.

Wayland Leong Sr. was charged with multiple counts of property damage after a rock-throwing spree in downtown Hilo that resulted in approximately $12,500 in damages.