Sandbags, fallen trees and a seawall now block the public beach path at Mokulēʻia. DLNR says it will visit the site and could open a formal investigation.

The temporary bridge along Anahola Road is set to reopen by mid-March after delays in construction materials, with pedestrian access remaining open during final construction stages.

Kona Bicycle Day is a free, family-friendly event focusing on bike safety and education with activities like an obstacle course. It takes place on January 24, 2026, from 8 a.m. to noon.

A National Weather Service Flood Advisory covers Maui until 11:30 a.m. HST as heavy rain impacts West Maui and Haleakalā slopes. Residents should avoid streams and flooded roads.

Child & Family Service and American Savings Bank announced an endowed fund honoring Wayne Minami to help sustain domestic-violence prevention and family-support programs across Hawaii.

Maze in Kakaako earned two stars and a Critics' Pick from The New York Times — the first Hawaii restaurant to get a Times rating.

A rare Lanikai oceanfront compound with over 150 feet of water frontage is asking $31M after a new roof and kitchen remodel.

Honolulu police say 37-year-old Tiofilusi Tongamoa escaped custody after an alleged assault in Aiea and is considered armed and dangerous. Authorities ask anyone with tips to call Crime Stoppers.

Hawaiʻi will tap about $149.5M in federal BEAD funds to connect roughly 7,100 unserved locations through Connect Kākou, pairing subsea and last‑mile work with digital inclusion programs.

Jacob Rohrer was arrested in Maui for vehicle theft and assault after escaping a medical facility and injuring an elderly woman during the crime. Police used various resources in their search.

A Puna man, Hayden E. Bruce, is charged after a stolen vehicle incident causing police injuries and a clash in Kurtistown.

HFD rescued an uninjured but stranded male hiker from Mount Kaala using Air 1; he was assessed and transferred to EMS.

A cold front causing gusty winds and showers is impacting Honolulu and will linger around Maui County. Kauai experienced heavy rain, and more wet weather is expected into the weekend. Aviation and marine advisories have been issued.