Honolulu’s City Council unanimously approved a police contract that would boost wages by roughly 27% through 2029, add a $1,800 retention bonus and keep key benefits. The move aims to help stem staffing shortages and reduce overtime pressure at HPD.

OHA set aside $6.1M to help Native Hawaiians hit by SNAP pauses and federal furloughs; applications opened Nov. 10 and the Hawaiian Council is administering relief.

Maui Ocean Center’s Marine Institute will run a new island-wide monk seal response team and hotline to document sightings, assist pups and expand public outreach.

A P3I-powered internship will place Hawaiʻi college students inside Oʻahu military commands next summer, paying about $6,000. Applications close Nov. 15.

Plant Quarantine Branch staff trapped a skunk at Pier 1, Hilo Harbor; the animal was euthanized for rabies testing and crews deployed extra traps. Officials say the origin is unknown but likely a stowaway from a cargo ship.

Construction begins on a new library in Upper Puna, promising a hub for community learning with modern technology and flexible spaces for public events.

The Salvation Army’s Kahului Corps launches Red Kettle and Angel Tree campaigns this Saturday at Kahului Walmart, with donations staying in Maui County and volunteer slots available.

Waikele Elementary, Kohala High and Waipahu programs earned national NCAC honors this fall, highlighting Hawaii’s push to link K–12 classrooms to careers and early college. The awards showcase inclusive, island‑wide pathways.

The Women's Community Correctional Center in Hawaii hosted a Mental Health Day with activities to support inmate mental health and facilitate their creative expression.

Hawaii PUC Chair Asuncion is stepping down in 2025, and the search for his successor has begun. Governor Green acknowledged Asuncion's public service contributions.

NWS has posted a High Surf Advisory for north and east-facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island; several Hilo beach parks are closed and officials warn of dangerous surf.

Upcoming water service interruption in Kauai for system upgrade affects parts of Haleilio, Kaulana, and Kihei Road on November 12, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The Hawai‘i Police Department will host Coffee With a Cop events in West Hawai‘i to facilitate open dialogue between the community and law enforcement.