A 71-year-old pedestrian was fatally hit by a car on Oahu's Kahekili Highway, the area's 72nd traffic death in 2025, an increase from 38 the previous year.

Hawaiian Electric says it hit its 2025 double‑pole removal goal early, taking down more than 5,000 poles so far. The company aims to clear over 9,400 double poles by 2028 across the islands.

With college attendance slipping, Hawaiʻi is rolling out a bold fix: automatic admission offers to every public high school senior. The new ‘Direct2UH’ program makes applying to the University of Hawaiʻi as easy as saying yes.

HFD crews extinguished a building fire along Lunalilo Street in Makiki early Wednesday; investigators have not yet confirmed injuries or a cause.

A new Summer Impact Report from Hāna Highway Regulation says illegal parking, unlicensed tours and dangerous photo stops are overwhelming the Road to Hāna and calls for a community‑led management plan.

Honolulu Police conducted raids in Kalihi, seizing 50 gambling machines, drugs, firearms, and cash, while arresting several individuals involved in illegal gambling operations.

A multi‑vehicle collision in the H‑1 Zipper Lane near Honolulu Airport snarled the morning commute. DOT says responders were on scene and tow trucks were awaited.

A two-car collision slowed H-1 eastbound near the 6th Avenue overpass Wednesday morning, with DOT and HPD urging drivers to use caution.

Maui will pilot Park Maui in early 2026, charging non‑residents $10/day at select Kihei beaches while Hawaiʻi residents keep a free morning priority window.

Hawaii's AG Anne Lopez joins a coalition suing the USDA over the suspension of SNAP benefits, highlighting the program's importance for food security amid a federal government shutdown.

Kaua‘i Police seek help in identifying human remains found at ‘Aliomanu Beach, with a DNA profile of a male and items like long underwear and green pants found; no matches yet and public safety not at risk.

Honolulu's weather forecast includes a mix of sun and showers, with stable conditions and moderate trade winds until the weekend. There's a possibility of heavier rain on Hawaii island and a cold front early next week.

The Hawaii ADC held its first board meeting in Maui, supporting local agriculture and approving a school kitchen project and water infrastructure review.