The Wall That Heals arrives at UH West Oʻahu Jan. 14–19 with 24/7 viewing, an opening ceremony and on-site veteran resources. The traveling replica brings names and local history to Kapolei.

Feral roosters are still roaming a HECO‑owned lot off the Ala Wai as the city and a contracted vendor set traps amid a spike in complaints. Neighbors want faster action.

Midtown Eats debuts at The Park on Keeaumoku with 12 local vendors and a grand opening this Saturday featuring family activities.

After more than 30 years in Waikiki, family-run Me BBQ has reopened at 2427 Kūhiō Ave — and owners say a lookalike operation in their old Uluniu spot is confusing customers.

A man in his 60s was pulled from Waimanalo waters after bystanders and lifeguards performed CPR; he was taken to a hospital and later died, officials say.

Kīlauea volcano in Hawai'i erupted on January 12, 2026, with lava fountains and a new lava flow at Halemaʻumaʻu crater, as reported by USGS and local media.

The Supreme Court declined to reopen the Boy Scouts' $2.46B abuse settlement, leaving the Delaware plan and Settlement Trust in place and preserving protections for contributors.

Kaua‘i Fire Department responded to a fire at Girard’s Quality Cleaners in Hanapēpē. No injuries were reported; damages are estimated at $4.388 million.

Logan Quintal, 20, from Hilo, died in a single-vehicle crash. His Jeep hit a rock pile and overturned. An autopsy is pending. Speed, alcohol, or drugs aren't considered factors.

Hunter Erickson hit a game-winning jumper for Hawaii in a 67-66 win over UC Irvine, marking a key Big West victory and snapping a losing streak against the Anteaters.

Honolulu residents protested at the Hawaii State Capitol against the ICE shooting in Minneapolis, reflecting national concerns over immigration enforcement.

At least four people were stung by jellyfish in Waikiki on Sunday, including a child and an adult in serious condition. Lifeguards and researchers urge caution near posted signs.

A late‑night power outage at Daniel K. Inouye International knocked out ticket counters and TSA lanes; lights and systems were restored after about three hours.