A two-vehicle collision in Hilo, Hawaiʻi, killed 26-year-old Michael Taione and injured another; police investigate speed and alcohol as possible factors.

Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a structure fire in Captain Cook; no injuries reported, cause unknown, and damage costs are pending. Public assistance is requested.

A 33-year-old was arrested in Schofield after police say she doused her husband with a boiling liquid, leaving him with severe burns. Investigators are asking for tips.

Maui Police and a high school collaborate on an anti-bullying project, using Senior Ivy Bulosan's designs that highlight Hawaiian surf culture to promote unity, respect, and resilience.

Honolulu Police were overwhelmed on New Year's Eve, receiving 592 fireworks-related calls but issuing only 29 citations and making two arrests. They are considering strategy adjustments for the future.

A 58-year-old California tourist injured her ankle on Nualolo Trail in Kaua‘i and was rescued by fire department personnel using an aerial extraction.

A machete-wielding assailant attempted to rob a man in Honolulu's McCully neighborhood; a woman intervened and faced the suspect's aggression but wasn't injured. This marks the fourth such incident in January, with no arrests yet.

Hawaii's Kona and Hilo airports introduce a ticketless parking system by Metropolis, allowing travelers to use an app for seamless entry and exit, although traditional payment options remain available.

Maui County and parts of the Big Island face persistent showers, with the National Weather Service predicting unsettled weather through the weekend. Conditions are expected to improve early next week.

DOE will raise the A+ program fee from $200 to $240 on Aug. 1, 2026. Income‑eligible families may qualify for subsidies that cover the cost.

A 32-year-old man was arrested in Kailua after a woman escaped an attempted abduction; police say the victim was treated at a hospital and the investigation is ongoing.

A tiny little fire ant was found inside the Waihe'e refuge, and experts warn detections and treatment acres are spiking across Maui. Crews are racing to map and contain the pest.

Washington Place will be partially closed for a $7.3M restoration that repairs termite damage, updates systems and installs fire suppression.