A former Hilo man, Hiram Kawelu, is charged with robbery, manslaughter, and other crimes related to two separate incidents in August 2022 and January 2023.

Honolulu's Department of Environmental Services is set to sell Green Bonds to fund environmentally friendly improvements to O‘ahu's wastewater systems, with high credit ratings and positive financial outlook.

Honolulu's DDC will conduct an archaeological survey at Kailua Municipal Parking Lot from October 15-31, with partial closures and traffic reroutes expected.

Waimea High School senior Swede Sandblom was sworn in as Kaua‘i County's first student representative on its Charter Review Commission, following a mayoral nomination and council confirmation.

Police arrested Kenneth Bounlangsy, 51, for the August 9 double stabbing at Back Alley Cafe that sent two men to the hospital with serious injuries.

Honolulu forecasts steady weather with light to moderate trade winds, occasional showers, and minor coastal flooding during high tides. Surf conditions to vary, while fire weather remains stable.

Federal budget cuts have eliminated $36 million in climate research funding at University of Hawaii, gutting programs that help island communities prepare for rising seas and extreme weather.

Hawaiian tourism declined in July 2025, with a 4.4% decrease in arrivals and a 4.3% drop in spending compared to the previous July, although it was a 15% increase from July 2019.

Hawai'i Governor Josh Green announced appointments to the BLNR and Stadium Authority, focusing on experience and community ties to manage the state's land and sports facilities.

The DHHL is conducting boundary studies in Māʻili Kai, using surveys and LiDAR drones, affecting local traffic. Residents are requested to allow access for the work.

Hawaii Island police seek public help to identify a man who pulled a knife and demanded money in Kailua-Kona. The suspect is a light-skinned Caucasian male with light brown curly hair.

HDOT updates on Oʻahu roadwork: Ongoing construction on major freeways, including H-1 and H-201, causes disruptions with off-peak work schedules to reduce traffic impact; completion dates range from 2025 to 2027.

Antonio Vierra, 70, was released on a $50,000 bond in Honolulu after being charged with second-degree arson for starting a wildfire in Kunia. He was previously released pending investigation but rearrested once more evidence surfaced.