Po‘ipū Beach was closed after a 3-4 foot reef shark sighting, with officials implementing caution and ongoing monitoring. Beach access may resume if conditions are deemed safe.

A weather shift in Honolulu with a weakening of trade winds, rain from a cold front, and stronger winds next week is forecasted by the National Weather Service.

The Housing Agency announced National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week for Nov 16-22 and will hold a proclamation ceremony and related community events.

Road closure on Weliweli Road in Kōloa is scheduled from November 10 to mid-December for drainage improvements, with detours and maintained access to properties.

A pedestrian in his 60s was seriously injured after being hit by a vehicle in Honolulu at Lanakila Ave and N. Kuakini St. EMS responded and transported him to the ER.

BJ Penn was charged with assault after an altercation in Hilo, Hawaii, where he allegedly injured a man. He posted $1,000 bail for the misdemeanor charge.

A 36-year-old woman was seriously injured in a Kalihi stabbing. Three female siblings — ages 35, 18 and 14 — were arrested and remain in custody.

Hawaii police seek public help to find two individuals, Robert Teinauri-Carman and Kira Lazar, wanted on outstanding warrants from the Big Island Drug Court.

A hunter found what appeared to be human remains in Waiawa Tuesday night. Honolulu police recovered the remains and say there are no signs of foul play as investigators work to identify the person.

A Hilo man is charged with arson after a fire that displaced residents and caused over $1 million in damages; public assistance is sought in the ongoing investigation.

Hawaiʻi lowers flags to honor former Vice President Dick Cheney following his death, with Governor Josh Green acknowledging his career and influence in a statement.

Kaua‘i OSB advises against ocean activities at Hanalei Bay due to a 10-foot tiger shark sighting. Warning signs are posted, and lifeguards are monitoring before deciding on reopening the area.

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