The Blood Bank of Hawaii partnered with Dave & Buster's to encourage blood donations by offering arcade play cards to donors, addressing the festive season's decline in blood supplies.

Honolulu is expected to see more showers before drying out with traditional trade winds returning later in the week, per the National Weather Service.

South Korea–born bakery TOUS les JOURS soft-opened in Honolulu on Keeaumoku Street and is celebrating a grand opening Sunday–Tuesday with giveaways and cloud cakes on the menu.

Hawai‘i Island police say a 42‑year‑old Ocean View man is wanted on three second‑degree assault counts and is considered armed and dangerous.

A 4-year-old boy was seriously injured after being struck while riding a bicycle in Salt Lake. Paramedics treated him on Catlin Lane and rushed him to a hospital in serious condition.

Two men in their late 50s sustained serious injuries in a two-vehicle collision on the H-3 Freeway. The accident specifics are currently under investigation.

The Maui Police Department warns of a phishing scam using County of Maui Board meeting info to deceive people into paying fake fees via phone, email, or text.

DLNR opens applications Jan. 3 for 53 full-time conservation officers across Hawai‘i; candidates must meet swim and hike tests and clear background checks.

Kapiolani Medical Center and Teamsters Local 996 reached a new contract, ending a strike that started on October 17, 2025, involving around 300 workers.

A 62-year-old man from Connecticut drowned while snorkeling at Hookena Beach Park in South Kona. Despite revival efforts, Bryan Coppola was pronounced dead. Police are investigating but do not suspect foul play.

Southeast winds and rain showers are expected in O'ahu until Tuesday, with trade winds and drier conditions forecasted for the weekend. No advisories for flyers or mariners, but surfers may see advisory-level surf by Sunday.

Dozens of Oʻahu residents camped out on Christmas to buy firecrackers as permit sales opened and inventories ran low.

Residents at Kapilina Beach Homes say electricity bills have surged — some past $1,000 — and are pressing manager Greystar for answers and an audit.