Hawaiʻi ranked second in the 2025 State Health System Performance, excelling in access to care, health outcomes, and equity. Challenges remain in vaccinations and children's healthcare.

Hawai‘i Island police arrested Nathan Cakin, 45, for firearms and drugs charges after a standoff in Ocean View. He surrendered and faces $100,000 bail.

Governor Green of Hawaii added SB 935 to his Intent-to-Veto list, considering vetoing it among 20 bills, with over 200 others already signed into law. He faces decisions on these before July 9, with transparency and cannabis bills also under review.

The Maui Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate missing Kahului resident Mwolana Maybelle Aliksa, last seen at a shopping center on June 18.

Hanalei will experience a water service interruption on June 25, due to main system replacements, also affecting traffic with one-lane access on Kūhiō Highway.

East Kaua‘i's Planning Department invites residents to join workshops for the Community and Circulation Plan, focusing on long-term land use and infrastructural planning through public engagement.

The NWS forecasts breezy conditions and increased showers in Honolulu, with a slight weather instability near Kauai. Conditions expected to dry out later in the week.

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami of Hawai'i visited Washington, D.C. and Tampa for two conferences, promoting local business and discussing urban issues with other mayors.

Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i is hosting a reuse collection event on June 27 at KRC for Kauai residents to donate items like clothing and books, excluding eWaste and broken items.

Hawai‘i Island authorities are investigating the suspected drowning of 59-year-old Stacy Coon at Whittington Beach Park, following attempted rescues and CPR by bystanders.

MADD Hawai'i and the state Department of Transportation honored 18 law enforcement professionals for their efforts against impaired driving, including three HPD officers.

Hawai'i Police Department has initiated an island-wide backpack drive to support local students in need until July 20, 2025, in partnership with Hope Services.

DHHL invites public comment on a proposed housing project within Nānākuli's floodplains and wetlands to provide homes for native Hawaiians, despite environmental concerns. Stakeholders can submit feedback until June 30th.