A woman was arrested for animal cruelty after being filmed swinging and slamming a dog, Zuko, who is now safe and in good health under the Hawaiian Humane Society's care. The case has spurred calls for harsher animal abuse penalties.

Cyclist Franz Weber, 71, died after rear-ending a bus in North Kona. The tragic accident is under investigation, with witnesses asked to contact authorities. Traffic deaths in the area now total 11 for the year.

A 67-year-old tourist was rescued from Kalalau Trail in Kaua'i after distress; Kaua‘i Fire Department used a helicopter to airlift the hiker to safety.

Hawaii Police Department seized 635.97 grams of fentanyl in March 2025, enough to potentially kill hundreds of thousands of people, highlighting the severity of the opioid crisis.

Kendra Masang, a 27-year-old from Hilo, was found safe after being reported missing. She was last seen at Mooheau Bus Terminal.

Honolulu Police warn of a new scam where callers, spoofing the local police station's number, falsely claim individuals missed jury duty and demand payment to avoid arrest. The police clarify they never call about warrants or seek phone payments.

The Honolulu Police Department seeks help to identify culprits responsible for theft and vandalism at Mōʻiliʻili Japanese Cemetery. A person of interest has been identified.

Hawaii Island Police seek public help to find Kendra Masang, 27, missing and at risk due to medical needs. Last seen at Mooheau Bus Terminal, she's 4'11" with brown hair and eyes.

Hawai'i Island Police are seeking information about Rick Andrade, missing since February and last seen around Volcano Road in Kurtistown. He has distinctive tattoos and was last spotted near 40th Avenue and Pohaku Drive.

Honolulu Police arrested one and issued a federal forfeiture warning on a property after busting a cockfighting operation in Waianae, thanks to public tips.

Honolulu Police Department resolved a barricade situation in Ewa Beach, resulting in one male being taken into custody on Kaileolea Drive, with residents advised via social media to avoid the area.

A Maui man was sentenced to one night in jail and four years probation after pleading no contest to charges including animal cruelty in the death of a pet pig.

A two-alarm fire demolished a Waipahu home on April 16, with Honolulu Fire Department responding. All occupants were safe, and the cause is under investigation.