Hawai'i Police and University of Hawai'i-Hilo launched the Kalounui Internship Program for students to earn college credits through police internships.

Lane closures on Pu’uwai and Po’ohiwi Roads in Kalāheo are expected through April 30, 2025, for water mainline replacements, with guidance to drive cautiously and follow flagger directions.

Honolulu anticipates increased rainfall and potential flooding as a frontal boundary approaches, with lighter winds and widespread volcanic air pollution. Trade winds and showery weather are expected to return over the weekend.

The Kaua‘i Police Department arrested six individuals with warrants in Līhu‘e, promoting community safety and urging public assistance in crime prevention.

Hawai'i Island police seek help to identify a theft suspect photographed near stolen farm equipment in Captain Cook. The suspect, a male in his 40s-50s, fled the scene. Public assistance is requested.

DCCA warns about a phone scam targeting dentists and other medical professionals, where scammers impersonate state officials and threaten investigations to obtain personal information.

Kaua‘i officials warn of a phishing scam via texts claiming to be from the DMV regarding "E-Z Pass lane debt," asking for credit card details on a fake website.

DLNR officers cited Theodore and Tracy Benedicto for having 144 undersized ‘opihi, while James Kanuha was cited for 156 undersized ‘opihi and had an outstanding warrant.

A teenage hiker was rescued by HFD after falling on the Koko Crater Trail in Hawai'i Kai, with emergency units quickly responding and airlifting him for medical care.

Hawaiʻi is initiating a $68 million project to modernize its financial system, with bids invited for software and integration services, impacting state operations equivalent to its GDP.

Hawaiʻi is temporarily closing some reserves to control feral animals, aiming to protect the endangered palila bird. Permits for animal salvage will be available for hunters during these operations.

Honolulu to see more rain as a cold front and upper-level disturbance approach, with increased moisture leading to wet conditions across Hawaii.

Hiro's Place in Hilo has been closed by the Hawai‘i DOH due to repeated food safety violations, such as inadequate hand washing and improper food storage.