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.

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.