Hawaii hospitals are bracing for $1 billion in losses over the next decade from federal Medicaid cuts that could affect 400,000 residents. The cuts won't take effect until 2027, giving healthcare leaders time to prepare contingency plans.

Thousands of Hawaii workers in hotels, healthcare, and airports are pushing for new contracts as UNITE HERE Local 5 launches another major bargaining cycle.

Kaua‘i County offices and various facilities to close for Statehood Day on August 15, with limited service interruptions; normal operations to resume August 18.

Hawai'i Island closures are scheduled for August 27-28 for animal control, affecting hunters and hikers in several areas, aimed at protecting the endangered palila bird from feral goats and sheep.

Hawaii extends high surf advisory through Monday evening as dangerous 10- to 14-foot waves continue pounding south-facing shores. A 50-foot boat already ran aground in dangerous conditions.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation will close the right lane on eastbound Farrington Highway near Maʻipalaoa Bridge for maintenance, affecting traffic for a week.

Tropical Storm Henriette is expected to affect Hawaii's weather, with lighter winds, rising humidity, increased cloud cover, and showers, especially in windward and mountain areas.

Tropical Storm Henriette regained strength Saturday while safely passing north of Hawaii, bringing weekend humidity before trade winds return.

A 54-year-old man died after being pushed during an argument in a Beretania Street store parking lot, marking another fatal confrontation in Honolulu's commercial areas.

A knife-wielding attacker left two people bleeding in a Sheridan Street bar's back room before vanishing into the morning crowd. The brutal 9 AM assault adds to the troubling pattern of violence plaguing this notorious stretch.

A 75-foot Atlantis Cruises tour boat became grounded on a Waikiki reef while attempting to navigate heavy swells near Kewalos Basin. Video captured the dramatic incident as the vessel tried to exit the harbor.

The DHHL Maui District Office remains open during roof repairs scheduled for completion by the end of September. Visitors are advised to be cautious around construction areas.

A 30-year-old man was critically injured after being doused with sulfuric acid in Honolulu's Chinatown on Aug. 8, 2025. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.