Hawai‘i Island police seek public help in locating missing 34-year-old Simon Varela, last seen in December at a residence in Ocean View Estates, driving a gold-colored 2003 Toyota Matrix with license plates ZMF837.

Hawai'i police seek Andrew Amon, 29, for questioning and warn the public he's considered armed and dangerous; they advise not to approach him and report sightings to authorities.

Hawai‘i's Department of Agriculture extends the voluntary pause on interisland bird transport for 90 more days to prevent bird flu spread, despite no new cases since November 2024.

Hawaii police investigate a juvenile's verbal threats involving a firearm at Kona Pacific Charter School. The student wasn't arrested; police and Crime Stoppers seek tips.

Hawaiʻi business owner Nenita Mauricio faces charges for allegedly filing false tax statements through her unlicensed company, facing significant fines and prison time.

Attorney General Anne Lopez joins a coalition of 17 attorneys general to file an amicus brief supporting Medicaid recipients' right to choose their health care providers, including Planned Parenthood.

Former Kamaka Hawaiʻi manager Frederick Kamaka, Jr. was sentenced for failing to file tax returns, with penalties including a $20,000 payment, community service, and supervision. The company paid its due taxes but faces further civil liabilities.

Hawai‘i police seek help finding John Lilly, missing from Pāhoa since February 18. He's a 56-year-old Caucasian man, last seen wearing a tank top, gym shorts, and sandals.

Hawaii DOH issued a NOVO to ABC Towing & Parts, LLC and JH Hawaii Property, LLC for illegally discharging water and lacking permits, fining them $55,000.

Honolulu faces strong trade winds that should ease by the weekend, with increased rain chances expected. Aviation and boating activities are cautioned due to winds, while surf conditions will also vary.

Hawaii DOT requires urgent repairs on Hilo’s Wailuku Bridge, leading to changes in traffic patterns and imposition of a detour for Hilo-bound traffic. Repair work may affect the bridge's accessibility until completed.

CWRM seeks to fill three vacancies after V.R. Hinano Rodrigues withdrew his nomination to focus on community healing. The Commission manages Hawaii's water resources.

The University of Hawai‘i women's basketball team won multiple Big West honors, with Lily Wahinekapu named Player of the Year, Ritorya Tamilo as Freshman of the Year, and coach Laura Beeman awarded Coach of the Year.