Officer Paul Wright III received the first "Officer of the Quarter" award in Ka‘ū for exceptional service and community engagement, recognized for capturing a long-sought fugitive and set for an upcoming promotion and training role.

Hawaiʻi's DOH to conduct a survey for emergency preparedness in eastern Hawaiʻi County from May 12-16, using the CASPER tool to assess readiness and improve community support strategies.

Hawaii Police Officer Michael Abran carried the Special Olympics "Flame of Hope" in Italy for the World Winter Games Turin 2025 torch run, volunteering his own time and funds.

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a car in Hilo; the driver was unharmed and not impaired. An investigation is ongoing, and the victim's identity is withheld pending family notification.

Hawaii Governor Josh Green secured legislative approval for SB1396, instituting a "green fee" to fund environmental preservation and disaster mitigation efforts.

Honolulu Police arrested Kalehuaiwiliiamekamaile “Maile” Montez, a federal fugitive facing charges including identity theft and fraud, without incident.

Oahu and neighboring islands expect moderate to breezy trade winds and wet conditions, with heavy showers possible. Aviation and maritime activities may be affected, with advisories in place.

Hawai'i Governor Josh Green ordered flags at half-staff to honor the late Prince David Kawānanakoa, a respected figure in preserving Hawaiian heritage.

Governor Josh Green ordered flags at half-staff for National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend to honor firefighters who died in the line of duty in 2024 and before.

Communities prepare for wildfire season, leveraging Wildfire Community Preparedness Day for awareness and prevention, with local officials emphasizing community-wide safety measures and proactive planning.

Dawson Pilanca is charged with child sexual exploitation in Hawai‘i; police found graphic videos on his device after a cyber tip initiated the investigation.

Due to roadwork, the Kolo Road bus stop in Kauaʻi will be temporarily relocated starting May 5, affecting Routes 500 and 400 but not altering stop times or sequences.

The County of Maui will hold a meeting on May 7 to discuss local issues including wildfire debris removal and emergency evacuation updates, with various departments and agencies present to offer support.