Cindy Matsushita was appointed as Hawai‘i's new Licensing Administrator for the DCCA's PVL, overseeing 52 professions. She brings 25 years of public service experience to the role.

The Hawaii DLNR stated that new Commercial Use Permits for ocean activities are on hold due to a court order pending environmental review, impacting current and future permittees.

Kekaulike Avenue in Kula, Hawai‘i, is reopening ahead of schedule after an eight-month closure for storm-related repairs, including a new culvert, retaining wall, and guardrails.

Hawai`i Island police report 18 DUI arrests in one week, marking a slight year-over-year increase in DUI incidents, with some crashes involved but no underage drivers or non-traffic fatalities.

A man in his 70s was found on the east-ridge of Diamond Head Crater by the HFD after being reported missing and was airlifted to safety without injury.

Honolulu Fire Department rescued a hiker in his 60s from the Manana Trail after he got lost. Ground and aerial teams located and airlifted him to safety without injury.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health alerts the public about measles cases linked to international travel and is monitoring exposed individuals while urging vaccination and symptom awareness.

Honolulu anticipates weather changes with a move to stronger trade winds by Friday, potential for thunderstorms, and shifting sea breezes over the weekend.

Hawai'i Island police investigate a fatal vehicle fire in Ocean View Estate, seeking witnesses and information on the unidentified victim and the cause of the blaze. An autopsy is pending.

Kaua‘i Police Department reminds residents of backup non-emergency numbers ahead of system maintenance scheduled for April 14, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Emergency services via 911 will continue without interruption.

Hawai'i Island police are actively seeking fugitive Kaleo Mello for burglary and vehicle theft and urge public assistance but warn against direct apprehension. Mello is considered armed and dangerous.

Hawai'i County opens a new $31 million Emergency Call Center in Hilo, designed to withstand extreme conditions and integrating police and fire dispatch under one roof.

Hawaii's Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR) has launched an online portal for boat registration renewals, alongside in-person and mail-in options.