Kaiser Permanente Hawaii awarded $263,000 to four local nonprofits to expand Kupuna Fresh, DA BUX discounts and farm‑to‑food‑bank programs that get local produce to seniors and SNAP families.

Diamond Head Market & Grill has teamed with chef Jason Peel for a breakfast refresh, adding pork hash, "sneaky" fried rice, new pancakes and a Thanksgiving plate. Locals may start lining up earlier.

Philippe Guedj, a licensed clinical social worker, has been named the Diocese of Honolulu's Victim Assistance Coordinator. He will be based at Catholic Charities Hawaii to support adult survivors.

A nine-person occupation in 1976 grew into a statewide movement that stopped Navy bombing, won federal cleanup money and returned Kahoolawe to Hawaii. Large areas still remain unsafe.

Honolulu achieved a perfect score on the HRC’s Municipal Equality Index for the second year, reflecting its commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusivity in laws, policies, and services.

Honolulu has been named one of Forbes' America’s Dream Employers for 2026, recognized for its work culture and commitment to employee success, ranking fourth statewide according to surveys. Mayor Blangiardi expressed pride in this acknowledgment.

Two drivers were injured after a U‑turn collision on Kūhiō Highway near Kapaka Street in Princeville; investigators say speed doesn't appear to be a factor.

Libby now offers free access to "The Village Beyond the Mist," which inspired "Spirited Away," inviting readers to discuss the novel in a global community until December 2.

The 52nd annual Maui County Senior Fair, with over 1000 attendees, showcased services and programs for seniors, featuring 60+ organizations and entertainment.

Allegations that groundwater was tapped without permission have reignited disputes over who controls West Maui’s scarce water as drought and rebuilding collide.

HART invites the public to a design workshop for the Downtown Skyline Station, part of Honolulu's urban development, held at Aloha Tower Marketplace on November 19, 2025.

A peach‑colored truck in Kīhei is serving New Zealand‑style made‑to‑order soft‑serve blended with fresh fruit and seasonal local flavors. Owners say the idea came after a trip to New Zealand.

Hawaii's Governor Josh Green attends the WGA Winter Meeting in Arizona to discuss energy, agriculture, and broadband expansion, with Lieutenant Governor Luke serving as acting governor until his return.