Firefighters extinguished an early morning blaze at an abandoned house in Kahala, with no injuries reported. Conditions were challenging due to hoarding and structural instability.

Kona Airport will conduct a live fire training exercise from August 26-28 as per the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation, with visible smoke and flames part of the drill.

Former Maui Police officer Carlos Frate pleaded guilty to using excessive force with a Taser against a non-resistant arrestee, violating federal civil rights. He faces up to 10 years in prison.

The Hawaii County Police Commission's search for a new police chief has become a heated debate over immigration enforcement cooperation and local hiring preferences. Community concerns about ICE partnerships are driving the selection process as three counties compete for qualified candidates.

Honolulu's weather this week includes moderate trade winds, a weak trough increasing trade wind speeds briefly, and gentle breezes, with stable conditions and no significant advisories, offering picturesque skies and decent surf on the South shore.

University of Hawai'i football players swept Mountain West Player of the Week honors with impressive performances against Stanford, including a star turn by freshman QB Micah Alejado.

A wildfire in Hamakua, Hawaii, prompted a Fire Watch for Paauilo residents, with Highway 19 temporarily closed but now reopened. The fire is 75% contained.

After decades on waitlists, 115 Native Hawaiian families finally received keys to new homes in East Kapolei's Ka'uluokaha'i community this weekend.

Molokaʻi residents urge for a temporary ban on imports of high-risk materials to prevent the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle from reaching the island, after its detection on nearby islands.

A crash on Maui involving a Toyota 4Runner left three teens hospitalized, with the driver in critical condition. Seatbelt non-use and alcohol involvement are suspected factors.

Hawaii Police are searching for a missing 47-year-old man, Eugene Costa, last seen in Mountain View on August 24. The public is urged to report sightings to aid the investigation.

Kaua‘i Police Officer Arnold Cayabyab was honored as Employee of the Month for his investigative work leading to contraband seizures, as he nears retirement after a 25-year career.

The Kaua'i Fire Department held a ceremony to graduate their 34th Recruit Class, promoting two members and adding five new firefighters to its ranks. Mayor Kawakami and Fire Chief Gibson acknowledged the support from families.