Hawaii's Attorney General halts a state investigation into a $35,000 incident to avoid conflict with a federal case that already led to convictions of two former legislators.

Hawaiʻi flags were at half-staff to honor Rep. Doug LaMalfa, directed by the President and implemented by Governor Green, marking his passing and service.

Honolulu's weather is calm with light winds and sporadic showers, but a cold front will bring more rain on Monday, followed by cooler air and drier conditions. Surf may increase by the weekend.

DFS Group will exit Hawaii in 2026, closing its Waikiki T Galleria and airport shops after a 63‑year run. The Waikiki store’s final day is set for Jan. 28, 2026.

Maui doctor Gerhardt Konig faces charges of attempted murder of his wife, with a motion to dismiss the case based on prosecutorial misconduct and insufficient evidence.

Hawai'i Department of Transportation is addressing Līhu‘e Airport's parking issues by upgrading an employee overflow lot to add 117 new stalls, which will free up space for the public.

Hawaiʻi received a $188.9 million federal grant to improve rural healthcare, focusing on access, staffing, and digital infrastructure, as part of a five-year transformation plan.

Hawaiʻi enhances mental health services with a new framework for peer support, developed by a working group, to formalize roles, training, and career paths for individuals with lived experience.

Hawai‘i health regulators issued notices ordering Ulta Lab Tests to cut ties with three island collecting depots and fined the local partners $15,000 each after finding illegal direct-to-consumer testing.

The statewide unemployment rate fell to 2.2% in November while Maui’s not-seasonally-adjusted rate was 2.6%, with mixed job gains across construction, government and hospitality.

The Friends of the Library of Hawaiʻi's 15th annual Music and Book Sale in mid-January offers various items to benefit public libraries, with opportunities for volunteering.

Honolulu police want tips after a man allegedly held a Waikiki restaurant manager at knife point and demanded the safe be opened on Dec. 14.

Haleko Road on Kaua'i will have lane closures on Jan. 8-9 for vegetation maintenance and road repairs, affecting travel from Rice Street to Nawiliwili Road.