Hawaiʻi State Legislature's vote moves House Bill 477 forward, which aims to modernize the state's unemployment insurance system for better efficiency and accessibility.

Brian Matsudo pleads guilty to defrauding VA of over $9.1M, while two accomplices, Scott and Wells, face charges including wire fraud and obstruction of justice.

The Wai‘alae on-ramp to H-1 westbound in Hawai‘i will be closed May 5-9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily for light pole repairs, with traffic diverted to the 11th Avenue on-ramp.

Authorities investigate a body found at Sand Island State Recreation Area, with the AG's division probing the mid-40s female's unattended death and seeking public information.

The eighth travel-related dengue case in 2025 was confirmed on Oʻahu by the Hawai‘i DOH, with officials intensifying prevention efforts and advising on mosquito control.

Hawaiʻi marks its eighth Invasive Species Awareness Month aiming to educate the public on the dangers of non-native species and celebrate local conservation efforts.

Attorney General Anne Lopez leads a coalition of 20 attorneys general urging the Trump Administration to restore Title X funding essential for family planning services, highlighting its importance for low-income individuals and public health.

Honolulu meteorologists predict a temporary decrease in trade wind speeds with a cold front stalling northwest of Hawaii and a resurgence of winds from Tuesday.

Hawaiian Telcom is upgrading its infrastructure in East Kapolei, which involves laying new fiber optic cables, affecting local traffic from May 13 to June 13, 2025, during weekdays.

The Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station only accepts bagged trash until May 16 due to drainage repairs, with other services running as usual. Residents can contact the Solid Waste Division for more info.

Hawai'i Island police are investigating a potential drowning incident that led to the death of a 62-year-old tourist, Lori Trende-Landgraver, during a night-time underwater excursion in Kona.

Hawaiʻi sues fossil fuel companies for climate deception, amidst federal attempts to block the state lawsuit. The state accuses them of deceptive practices and demands compensation for environmental damages.

Hawaiʻi Department of Health marks May as Mental Health Month, highlighting the need for improved mental health support for children and adults facing significant challenges, including high rates of depression and suicide contemplation.