A handful of mega land sales pushed Hawaii’s 2025 investment volume to roughly $2.96 billion, concentrating ownership of iconic resort parcels. The moves reshape who controls Waikīkī beachfront and what comes next.

HNL Alert: Flood Advisory issued for Oʻahu on March 20 warned of minor flooding on some roads and streams. Officials urged motorists to avoid flooded areas.

The Blood Bank of Hawaii opened its new Kapolei headquarters — the Clarence T.C. Ching Building — a 19,000‑sq‑ft hub for processing, rare‑blood storage and training.

HNL Alert warns of dangerous flash flooding across Oʻahu; officials urge residents to move to higher ground and avoid flooded roads. Monitor official updates.

Honolulu police are searching for two women after an alleged armed robbery in Ko Olina. Investigators say the suspects fled in a white Acura and the victim was treated on scene.

Hawaii officials say there is no tsunami threat after a magnitude‑7.0 quake near the South Shetland Islands. State and federal agencies say they are monitoring conditions.

Aloha Greek has opened a frozen‑yogurt counter at the Outrigger Waikīkī Paradise Hotel, serving frozen yogurt and shave ice to hotel guests and beachgoers.

Honolulu Freight Services has centralized its Oʻahu operations into a renovated Kalihi headquarters, converting the former Love's Bakery into a 92,400‑sq‑ft logistics hub after a roughly $32M consolidation.

Ace Rent A Car’s Maui arm has stopped operating at Kahului Airport; the state’s consumer office says bookings may not be honored and urges travelers to seek refunds and file complaints.

The Hawaiian Council announced the 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention will be at Neal S. Blaisdell Center July 21–25, returning to Oʻahu after a four‑year gap.

A man armed with a butcher knife demanded cash at a Kalihi store early Thursday and fled when customers entered; police say no one was hurt. Investigators are asking for tips.

Chuck Norris, 86, was hospitalized on Kauai after a medical emergency; TMZ reports he is in good spirits while details remain scarce.

A Kona storm damaged the 1830s Baldwin Home in Lahaina, forcing its stewards to deconstruct and plan a rebuild while they raise funds. A May benefit and online bidding will support restoration.