Kaua‘i Police seek public's help regarding an unspecified medical incident at Wailua Beach; details are limited, and witnesses are urged to come forward.

Honolulu firefighters extinguished an Ewa Beach house fire caused by an unattended candle; no injuries as occupants evacuated; fire caused $180,000 in damage.

Hawai‘i observes September as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month to confront a grim reality, with coordinated efforts aiming to reduce suicides by 25% through public education, support, and statewide events.

Kaua'i county announces closures for Labor Day, including offices, recycling centers, and pools, though refuse pickup and bus services remain unchanged.

Hawaiʻi updates its Food Safety Code, supporting homemade food businesses, including fermenting practices, allowing dogs in outdoor dining areas, and easing rules on raw foods in long-term care facilities.

Doc, the Komodo dragon, has died at age 32 at the Honolulu Zoo after being euthanized due to cancer, marking the end of his long life, which included contributions to conservation education.

A multi-vehicle crash on the H-1 Freeway caused significant delays and lane closures, but lanes reopened quickly, with at least three injuries reported.

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.