HIDOE opened Ke ʻala punia in Lahaina — a 47‑unit, state‑funded workforce housing complex for educators with net rents starting at $1,469. Officials say units prioritize displaced staff.

Honolulu pulled a $34M line to buy the former JAIMS site in Hawaii Kai, with the council chair citing tight finances and plans to revisit the idea next year.

Mostly sunny and breezy with highs near 82°F. Gusts to 25 mph and a slight chance of spotty showers early next week.

A 55-year-old paddler was pulled from the water near Waikiki’s Populars and taken to a hospital in critical, life‑threatening condition after lifeguards and EMS responded.

A hazmat response forced evacuation at Kapalama Satellite City Hall Friday; two women were treated at the scene and declined hospital transport.

UH is moving Lyon Arboretum under CTAHR to expand hands-on labs and research access for students while keeping public programs and staff in place.

Mostly clear and warm Friday in Honolulu with northeast trades picking up. Isolated windward showers tonight; highs near 83F.

Neighbors say the crosswalk at Ala Moana and Atkinson leaves walkers racing the light; HPD records show recent crashes and the state has piloted pedestrian‑only phases nearby.

A dirt bike rider died after colliding with a sedan near West Kawili and Kinoole in Hilo Wednesday night. Police say speed may be a factor and an autopsy is pending.

Coast Guard and Air Force footage shows pararescuemen searching the overturned Mariana; one crew member recovered and five still missing.

Using Keck Planet Finder on Maunakea, UH astronomers fixed the age of HR 7672 and turned its brown dwarf into a high‑precision benchmark for cooling models.

Mayor Bissen announced the 99th Maui County Fair will run Oct. 1–4 at Wailuku's War Memorial; vendor applications are due May 15.

A 76-year-old man, identified as Daniel Vasquez, died after being pulled from the water at Kahaluu Beach Park on Wednesday. Police say no foul play is suspected and an autopsy has been ordered.