UH and University Laboratory School finalized a three-year facilities agreement that phases in cost recovery and shifts maintenance and utilities to the school.

Breezy east‑northeast trades gust into the 20s with a Small Craft Advisory through Saturday, July 18.

Kahului’s average price climbed five cents to $5.49 while Hawaiʻi’s statewide average remains the nation’s highest at $5.43, AAA reports.

An Oʻahu grand jury indicted a man this week in connection with a 2024 Haleiwa game room raid, accusing him of gambling, weapons and drug offenses.

BOEM released a proposed leasing notice that would open about 31 million acres off American Samoa to two 20‑year deep‑sea mining leases. Critics and territorial leaders say the plan risks fisheries and fragile ocean life.

Two people were arrested and a third is wanted after prosecutors charged three in an alleged $1.2M check-fraud operation; 54 counts were filed. Authorities say investigators are still seeking victims.

A Hilo man tied to an online "Cultist" group was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison and ordered 20 years of supervised release.

Kaua‘i’s elections office is deploying ballot drop boxes islandwide and mail ballots are due to arrive ahead of the Aug. 8 primary. Drop boxes will be open 24/7 through Election Day at 7 p.m.

A nēnē and an ʻuaʻu were struck and killed inside Haleakalā National Park; managers are urging drivers to slow, obey posted speeds and report injured wildlife.

Condo closings on Maui jumped to 88 in June while the median condo price fell to $625,000, according to Realtors data showing more transactions but longer selling times.

After March's Kona Lows left Paʻakea Road impassable, HDOT is installing 'aqua cells' while decades of unbuilt flood projects come back into focus.

Hawaiian Council is collecting vendor interest for ʻUlu o Lele, an interim marketplace at the former Outlets of Maui; the form is open July 16–26. Priority goes to Lahaina and Maui businesses.

The Diocese of Honolulu has voided the Benedictine Monastery of Hawaii’s diocesan status after membership fell to two; the Blessed Sacrament was moved to St. Michael parish. The decision raises questions about care for the sisters and the future of the Waialua property.