Maui's Department of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for facility bookings for fall 2025, with designated application dates in May for sports leagues, schools, and recreational groups.

A hiring fair in Kauaʻi on April 23, supported by Hawaiʻi DLIR, offers early access for veterans and aims to connect job seekers with local employers.

Hawaii Governor Josh Green ordered flags at half-staff to honor Pope Francis, following President Trump’s proclamation, recognizing the Pope’s legacy of compassion and service.

A low-pressure system from northwest of Hawai'i brings scattered showers and potential thunderstorms to O'ahu, with Kauai under a flood watch. Increased humidity and precipitation expected across the state.

A man was killed in a hit-and-run on Kahekili Highway, Oahu, leading to a secondary accident involving those who stopped to help. The driver fled, and police are investigating.

University of Hawaii men's volleyball coach Charlie Wade tied the program's win record as his team defeated UC Santa Barbara, even without key players.

The University of Hawaii baseball team was swept by No. 13 UC Irvine, with UCI's Ryder Brooks pitching a two-hit shutout. UH now stands sixth in the Big West Conference.

A woman was arrested for animal cruelty after being filmed swinging and slamming a dog, Zuko, who is now safe and in good health under the Hawaiian Humane Society's care. The case has spurred calls for harsher animal abuse penalties.

Cyclist Franz Weber, 71, died after rear-ending a bus in North Kona. The tragic accident is under investigation, with witnesses asked to contact authorities. Traffic deaths in the area now total 11 for the year.

A 67-year-old tourist was rescued from Kalalau Trail in Kaua'i after distress; Kaua‘i Fire Department used a helicopter to airlift the hiker to safety.

Hawaii Police Department seized 635.97 grams of fentanyl in March 2025, enough to potentially kill hundreds of thousands of people, highlighting the severity of the opioid crisis.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu forecasts a shift from moderate trade winds to a wetter pattern with potential heavy rain and thunderstorms for Hawaii, with Kauai likely to be most affected.

Kendra Masang, a 27-year-old from Hilo, was found safe after being reported missing. She was last seen at Mooheau Bus Terminal.