A man who threatened Hawaii’s Capitol was chased and arrested after a standoff on Oahu; officials say the weapon was a replica and no one was hurt. The suspect was taken for a mental‑health evaluation.

Two Hilo police officers pleaded not guilty after being indicted in a state probe over alleged warrantless searches and evidence tampering.

Hawaii's weather forecast predicts cool north winds, low humidity, and limited rainfall through the weekend, with minor increases in showers post-weekend. No thunderstorms expected; High Surf Warning and Small Craft Advisory in place.

Upcoming traffic changes are announced for Kapa‘a, with road and lane closures on Kukui and Niu Streets from January 28-30, to allow for infrastructure assessments and improvements.

Lā Kūkahekahe event on February 14, 2026, celebrates Hawaiian culture and language with competitions, music, and cuisine in Honolulu. Registration is open until February 6.

New state and nonprofit data show Maui needs thousands of deeply affordable homes for households at 30% AMI or less. Tiny‑home villages like Kīpūola help, but they’re far from enough.

Hawai'i's DLNR is surveying Honolulu residents for insights into the 2021 Red Hill fuel spill to inform remediation efforts and enhance community engagement.

A 22-year-old was arrested after a machete attack on Kinau Street left a person seriously injured. Police say the investigation is ongoing amid other machete-related crimes on Oahu.

The Kapa‘a Satellite DMV offers a range of motor vehicle services to Kapa‘a residents and is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., operating by appointment only.

Hawaii reports travel-related Zika and dengue cases on O'ahu; first Zika case on the island in 2026. Health Department responds with vector control and public outreach.

A 63-year-old hiker was airlifted after a hip injury in Kōke‘e State Park, Kaua‘i. Firefighters executed a successful rescue operation.

A 22-year-old male was shot at ʻEwa Beach Community Park, with the assailant still at large. Honolulu Police seek public assistance in their ongoing investigation.

A road closure on Weliweli Road in Kōloa is scheduled from Jan 19 to mid-February for drainage swale construction, as reported by Kauai County. Local access remains, but commuters should find alternate routes.