Surveillance stills released this week show two people police say committed a violent April 5 robbery in Waipahu; the male suspect allegedly assaulted a security guard and investigators are asking for tips.

Muggy mornings and highs near 84°F in Honolulu through midweek. Spotty afternoon showers are likely; a northwest swell may boost north/west surf midweek.

A former suspect in the 2023 Kula killing took the stand in Wailuku, saying he witnessed the shooting and helped move the victim’s body because he feared the accused.

A Honolulu judge found a Halawa inmate competent to stand trial in the October 2024 killing of his cellmate; a jury date is set for July.

State prosecutors say a Hawaiian Properties manager diverted more than $647,000 from homeowner associations to a contractor; an arraignment is set for Thursday.

Kaiwi, a returning Hawaiian monk seal, gave birth at Kaimana Beach and officials have roped off the area while the pup nurses. Responders urge everyone to keep a wide berth.

An 18-year-old was hospitalized after Honolulu police shot him Monday during a stolen-vehicle recovery near Kapiolani and McCully. Authorities say the incident is under investigation.

Council approved a $234,050 refund to a developer, boosted Kona Low storm recovery funding and referred a 'houseless' housing bill to committee. Oversight and recovery money were the focus.

Hawaiian Telcom says Maui is now fully fiber‑enabled as part of a $1.7B statewide build that aims to make Hawai‘i the first fully fiber‑enabled state by year‑end.

DAGS certified about $89.4M in reimbursements to HART for Q1 2026 after auditors removed roughly $43K in noncompliant invoice items. The payment clears a routine funding step for Skyline construction.

Mahalo Tours says accusations that its guide slashed a visitor’s tire on the Road to Hāna are false as Maui police investigate. The company calls the claims "lies."

Breezy east‑northeast trades will keep pop‑up morning showers over windward Oʻahu; highs near 83°F and gusts to about 25 mph.

A 24-year-old Kauai man died after his Jeep overturned early Saturday on Kaumualii Highway in Lihue. Police say speed may have been a factor and toxicology tests are pending.