The 10th Annual Hawai‘i Code Challenge concluded with teams presenting tech solutions to local issues, competing for a $18,000 prize. The event highlighted tech innovation and its role in modernizing government services.

Hawai'i enhances clean energy access with $18 million in GEMS loans, targeting nonprofits, small businesses, and rural health centers, as federal solar incentives end.

Honolulu expects severe weather due to a kona low, with forecasts warning of thunderstorms, heavy rains, and flash flooding across Hawaii. A Flood Watch is in effect, and strong winds may impact travel and sea conditions.

Community volunteers transformed the Kalanimoku Building's parking garage with a colorful mural, turning a maintenance task into an artistic initiative.

Honolulu breaks ground on Kūhiō Park Low Rises and Homes, a project aimed at providing 304 affordable housing units with amenities like playgrounds and community gardens.

The Women’s Community Correctional Center held a Christmas event for incarcerated women and their families, aiming to maintain familial connections and potentially reduce recidivism.

A man fired a gun multiple times during a family dispute in Waianae, Oahu; no one was injured, and police arrested him for multiple firearm-related offenses.

Hawai‘i's Governor extends New Year greetings and reaffirms commitment to tackle key issues like housing, healthcare, homelessness, and climate change in a statement.

A kona low approaching Honolulu disrupts trade winds, bringing heavy showers and potential thunderstorms, with a flood watch in effect. High pressure remains north, and weather advisories affect aviation and marine activities.

A federal appeals court temporarily blocked Hawaii from enforcing a climate change tax on cruise ship passengers, putting a pause on the state initiative to mitigate tourism's environmental impact.

Hawaii Women's Basketball was defeated by UC Riverside, with Hannah Wickstrom scoring 36 points for the Highlanders. Despite Australian connections, the Rainbow Wahine fell short 65-58.

Hawaii men's basketball team achieved a record-breaking 88-45 win over UC Riverside, marking their largest road conference victory in program history. Isaac Johnson led with 18 points.

Honolulu's ENV introduced a new $11 million UV disinfection system at the Kailua Wastewater Plant, enhancing ocean water safety and reducing chemical use.