A viral clip showing a dog being dragged on Oʻahu prompted a Hawaiian Humane Society investigation and renewed calls for stronger animal‑protection tools.

Police identified Laura Walker, 76, of Volcano as the victim in a July 20 head-on crash on Highway 11; one other driver was injured. Authorities say speed and alcohol were not factors.

A 36-year-old man was arrested after an armed robbery in Waikiki on May 30; police say he was caught using the victim’s stolen bank card at a convenience store.

Two late-night crashes on Oahu left a moped rider and an e-motorcyclist dead; police and the medical examiner are investigating. Officials say it's unclear if speed or impairment were factors.

Two Kailua‑Kona men face attempted murder and assault charges after a July 18 stabbing following a graduation party; one victim was flown to Oʻahu in critical condition.

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.