Honolulu police are searching for a 53-year-old suspect wanted in an Oct. 25 hammer attack in Kalihi. Authorities say he is armed and dangerous.

HART’s FY2027 proposal nears $1.07 billion, driven mostly by debt service and downtown construction contracts.

A 67-year-old Rhode Island man, Liming Xu, tragically drowned at Kalapakī Bay despite rescue efforts by first responders. An autopsy will determine the cause of death.

A state briefing found Hawaii's violent‑crime 'solve' rate fell to about 40% in 2024, leaving dozens of serious cases unresolved and prompting calls for more detectives and lab capacity.

Teachers say repeated plumbing failures soaked classrooms, made students sick and exposed delays in the state repair process. Union leaders want a timeline for fixes.

An 84-year-old Kula woman was critically injured after her car ran off Thompson Road and partially overturned Friday; police closed the road while they investigated.

A Honolulu mother who pleaded guilty to interfering with flight crew asked a federal judge for probation, saying she is sober and has completed family‑court steps. The incident left her child hospitalized after landing.

Hawaii and UNLV are set to clash at Allegiant Stadium with significant Mountain West championship implications, as both teams are tied in the conference standings. The game also has personal resonance for Hawaii players with Las Vegas roots.

Registration for the 2026 Hoopster Plus basketball program opens November 26 with sessions starting January 5 at Kalāheo Neighborhood Center Gym for fourth graders.

The BLNR deferred a decision on East Maui's water license to allow more time for stakeholders to negotiate, amid passionate local input and an expiring irrigation permit.

Maui County earns the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for its FY 2026 budget, highlighting fiscal proficiency and transparency.

Hawaii's Art Acquisition Selection Committees have been identifying local artwork for potential public display, pending the SFCA Board's approval, to enrich environmental and cultural experiences.

Officer Jenna Kosinski-Santos was named Ka‘ū Officer of the Quarter for her outstanding law enforcement work, including strategic patrols and several arrests.