Hawaii Island Police note a 4.49% drop in DUI arrests year-to-date, with 16 cases this week. Major crashes increased by 1.57%, with DUIs highest in Kona. Fatal crashes fell by 28%.

Honolulu's weather is stable with light winds expected, but a strong cold front will bring rain and northerly winds mid next week. VFR flight conditions and large surf are forecasted, with no critical fire weather risk.

The Kīlauea Roundabout on Kūhiō Highway and Kolo Road in Hawaii is operational, enhancing traffic flow and safety, with final project aspects to be completed by year's end.

Hawai‘i Energy will haul away old refrigerators and freezers for free and pay $75 — you can donate the rebate to feed hundreds of neighbors.

An HPD officer was bitten and kicked during an arrest in Waikīkī; police arrested a 60-year-old man and are seeking tips.

Hāna, Maui, is preparing for a recycling event where residents can drop off metals, electronics, and other items on December 5-6, 2025, at the Hāna Recycling Center.

Honolulu EMS says there will be no January ambulance closures — the department plans pay raises, recruits and extra ambulances in 2026 to ease response delays.

Two more Hawaiian crows, the ʻalalā, were released into the wild in Maui, joining five existing birds as part of a conservation project aiming to establish a sustainable population.

Utility work on Kawaihau Road will affect traffic from Kaapuni to Kapahi Road starting Dec 1st, for water system improvements, including new storage tanks and waterlines. One-lane closures are expected weekdays from 8 am to 3:30 pm through December.

Kress Street in Līhu‘e will be closed for road striping repairs on November 28, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., weather permitting. Plan alternate routes and expect delays.

Honolulu firefighters quickly extinguished a house fire on Kumaipo Street in Waianae Wednesday; the home was empty and HFD is investigating the cause.

Chad Baker-Mazara scored 23 and was named MVP as USC beat Arizona State 88-75 in Lahaina, finishing the Maui Invitational with 52 points. The win makes him the first player to be on two Maui championship teams.

Maui County announces temporary closures for maintenance and staff training, affecting county offices, aquatic centers, and the ʻĪao Theater parking lot.