A proposal to let private interests lease stretches of state beach has raised alarm among Native Hawaiian groups and access advocates.

Prosecutor Steve Alm found deadly force was justified after a July 2024 Waikīkī standoff; four HPD officers will not face criminal charges. The decision follows a hourslong barricade in Unit 1004.

A judge refused to toss the indictment against Dr. Gerhardt Konig, who prosecutors say attacked his wife at the Pali Puka trail; a March trial is now set.

Waikiki Market is closed for a month‑long kitchen renovation, with most staff offered temporary roles and a planned reopening in mid‑March.

Waikīkī Snack Store has opened at Discovery Bay Center, offering handmade Northern Chinese dumplings, a DIY ramen counter and shave ice, plus a frozen‑dumpling opening deal through March 1.

Two masked suspects robbed a worker in Waiʻanae early Wednesday and fled in his work van. Police recovered the vehicle, seized a firearm and arrested a 32‑year‑old woman.

Pre-dawn Kahala blaze at 3994 Kaualio Place forced crews outside after a partial roof collapse; no injuries were reported and investigators are on scene.

Gusty east trades bring isolated showers and high surf advisories to Honolulu through Thursday. Secure loose items and avoid exposed waters.

HHFDC agreed to pay $60 million to transfer more than 100 Villages of Kapolei roads — about 24 miles — to the City and County of Honolulu.

Wingstop opened its third Oahu location at Pearl City Gateway, serving classic and boneless wings in more than 11 flavors. A local review praised garlic Parmesan and Spicy Korean Q.

UH Mānoa has asked the state for $22.3M — including a $5M NIL fund — to update facilities and retain student‑athletes as bills move through the Legislature.

Breezy trade winds keep Honolulu gusty Tuesday with advisories for wind and surf; rain chances increase toward the weekend.

A fallen tree and a vehicle crash cut power to hundreds in Haleiwa, Nanakuli and Waianae Monday, with crews working into the evening to restore service.