A proposal to make buses and rail free for keiki moved forward in the Hawaii Legislature, with funding proposed from a slice of the barrel tax and advocates pointing to equity and climate benefits.

Koali Denning‑Ring's family pressed lawmakers as HB2589 moved out of committee; the bill would make certain repeat unlicensed driving that causes death a Class A felony. Supporters hope the change deters repeat offenders.

The Honolulu Festival marks its 30th year March 13–15 with a Grand Parade on Kalakaua Avenue and the Nagaoka fireworks over Waikīkī Beach.

Warm, breezy Thursday with isolated showers and gusty east trades. High Surf and Small Craft Advisories through 6 PM HST.

January RAM data show Maui single-family median hit $1.445M while sales slowed and listing times climbed. Luxury deals lifted the headline even as activity cooled.

A proposal to let private interests lease stretches of state beach has raised alarm among Native Hawaiian groups and access advocates.

Prosecutor Steve Alm found deadly force was justified after a July 2024 Waikīkī standoff; four HPD officers will not face criminal charges. The decision follows a hourslong barricade in Unit 1004.

A judge refused to toss the indictment against Dr. Gerhardt Konig, who prosecutors say attacked his wife at the Pali Puka trail; a March trial is now set.

Waikiki Market is closed for a month‑long kitchen renovation, with most staff offered temporary roles and a planned reopening in mid‑March.

Waikīkī Snack Store has opened at Discovery Bay Center, offering handmade Northern Chinese dumplings, a DIY ramen counter and shave ice, plus a frozen‑dumpling opening deal through March 1.

Two masked suspects robbed a worker in Waiʻanae early Wednesday and fled in his work van. Police recovered the vehicle, seized a firearm and arrested a 32‑year‑old woman.

Pre-dawn Kahala blaze at 3994 Kaualio Place forced crews outside after a partial roof collapse; no injuries were reported and investigators are on scene.

Gusty east trades bring isolated showers and high surf advisories to Honolulu through Thursday. Secure loose items and avoid exposed waters.