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Governor Josh Green's 2025 State of the State Address focused on unity and progress for Hawaii, with priorities on affordability, housing, healthcare, public safety, and environmental initiatives.

Honolulu weather forecasts a mix of heavy showers, thunderstorms, cooler temperatures, strong winds, and rough seas this week, easing into the weekend.

Over 1,000 Kaiser Permanente staff and volunteers took part in biocultural restoration projects across Hawaii for their annual MLK Day of Service, focusing on environmental and cultural landmarks.

The Coast Guard evacuated an injured fisherman from a vessel 350 miles southwest of Oahu, following an eye injury. He was flown to Queen's Medical Center in Honolulu and is stable.

An e-bike rider was critically injured in Kapolei after a lane-change collision with a vehicle on Farrington Highway. He was not wearing a helmet and suffered severe head injuries.

The Hawaii women's basketball team achieved their fifth straight win, beating CSU Bakersfield 66-37, showcasing both offensive and defensive strength.

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors achieved an 81-70 win over CSU Bakersfield, maintaining the lead throughout the game and showcasing solid shooting performance.

An intensified search is underway for two missing teens, Samantha Chun and Joseph "Joey" Fujioka, last seen near a Mililani store, with belongings found at Ke Iki Beach, despite difficult conditions including high surf.

The forecast for Hawaii includes calm trades and light showers, with a cold front potentially causing isolated thunderstorms midweek and cooler weather to follow. Marine and aviation conditions are expected to remain mostly stable.

Governor Josh Green of Hawaii appoints new members to key boards, including Lisa Paulson to the HTA, aiming to strengthen sustainable tourism and cultural preservation.

Three people were hospitalized after a stabbing during a fight in Waikiki; a suspect is charged with attempted murder.

Michael John Sears from Hanalei was indicted on charges including second-degree murder, arson, and corpse abuse, linked to the death of Paul Nicolas and a subsequent vehicle fire.