Honolulu is preparing for rainfall as a cold front moves closer, with the National Weather Service predicting showers and possible thunderstorms, improving conditions by Tuesday and drier midweek weather.

A hiker in her 20s was rescued from Pu'u o Hulu Trail after an injury. The Honolulu Fire Department responded swiftly, providing aid and airlifting her to safety.

A hiker in his 60s suffering health issues on Hawaii's Koko Head Crater Trail was rescued by the Honolulu Fire Department, involving an airlift and EMS care.

Kōke‘e Road on Kaua'i faces weekday lane closures from Feb. 19-28 for guardrail repairs, with traffic adjustments and strict no parking rules in place.

Upcoming lane closures for guardrail repairs on Haleko Road in Līhu‘e are rescheduled for Feb 13-21, with weekday work from 8 am to 3:30 pm, weather permitting. Drivers should expect delays and seek alternate routes.

The DOH has approved the reopening of Paradise Supermart in Maui after correcting previous violations, maintaining strict food safety and pest control measures.

Hawai'i has secured $849 million in bonds for airport improvements, marking the largest bond issuance for its Airports System, with support from strong investor interest and positive credit ratings.

A weather system is expected to bring thunderstorms and potential floods to parts of Hawaii, with unsettled conditions affecting regions like Niihau, Kauai, and Oahu.

A venomous yellow-bellied sea snake was found on a beach in Hilo, prompting warnings from Hawaiian officials and a reminder that such snakes are illegal to import or possess in Hawaii.

Hawaii's Board of Land and Natural Resources approved a new lease for AccesSurf, a nonprofit adaptive ocean sports program, for storage and parking at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor.

The Department of Law Enforcement warns about a phone scam involving a fake sheriff, advising not to share personal information and to report incidents to them.

A couple was rescued from closed Sacred Falls State Park, incurring injuries and a citation for trespassing. Enforcement continues to prevent such incidents.

Researchers on Kaua‘i released genetically modified sterile mosquitoes to reduce avian malaria and save forest birds, utilizing Incompatible Insect Technology and BTi larvicide in their conservation efforts.