A 27-year-old Kahului man died after his car struck the rear of a school bus on Kuihelani Highway in Wailuku; police say the investigation is ongoing.

A 30-year-old visitor from Oklahoma died after being pulled from waters off Moloaʻa Beach. Authorities have scheduled an autopsy and say foul play is not suspected.

An unseasonable upper low will push through Friday, bringing heavy showers, isolated thunderstorms and a chance of ash downwind of Kīlauea's latest fountaining episode.

Gov. Josh Green rolled out "A Vision for Hawaiʻi’s Future," a nine‑chapter policy blueprint that sets targets to build nearly 50,000 affordable homes and expand Kauhale supportive housing. The plan ties housing goals to an existing development pipeline and new climate funding.

Chick‑fil‑A signed a one‑acre ground lease on four parcels near Target in Kailua; two businesses remain on the site and no construction timeline was announced.

Government emails show FBI Director Kash Patel joined a military‑coordinated "VIP snorkel" around the USS Arizona Memorial — an outing the FBI did not disclose that has drawn criticism.

Rep. Jill Tokuda led a bipartisan resolution reaffirming the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances as Trump heads to Beijing. Lawmakers say Taiwan must not be a bargaining chip.

After months of renovations, Maui's War Memorial Stadium will host Maui High on May 17 and Baldwin High on May 18, the county says.

Gusty trade winds today with spotty showers; heavier downpours and isolated thunderstorms are possible Friday.

A Jan. 25 point‑in‑time canvass tallied 1,863 people across the neighbor islands; Maui’s unsheltered population jumped 40% while veterans and mental‑health needs rose.

Photos circulated by CrimeStoppers show suspects with distinctive tattoos tied to two forgery and theft cases; tips via P3Tips or (808) 955-8300 may be eligible for up to $1,000.

The DCCA warns that scammers are phoning nurses and other medical licensees, posing as regulators and asking for personal details or money.

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel completed a nearly $240M revitalization, adding a 22,000‑sq‑ft spa, adults‑only infinity pool, redesigned golf course and refreshed 252 rooms.