Eric Thompson was found guilty of murdering Waipahu acupuncturist Jon Tokuhara after a second trial, with the jury convicting him of second-degree murder and a firearm charge.

Kilauea volcano in Hawaii started its 11th eruptive episode since December, with lava fountains exceeding 400 feet but no additional hazards reported.

Emergency response training will occur at Bayer Facility in Kīhei on Feb. 27 with MEMA, Maui Fire, Police, EMS, and the 93rd CBRN Response Team. No live ammunition or hazardous agents will be used.

Honolulu is set for increased rain due to an incoming cold front, with a pattern shift bringing south to southeast winds. Dry conditions may return by the weekend, with a potential brief return of rain early next week.

Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Gerczak's 37-day patrol in American Samoa enforced maritime law, ensuring safety and regulation compliance on U.S.-flagged vessels.

The Huluia Road Bridge in Kaua‘i will be closed from March 3-7 for necessary repair work, with traffic disruptions expected between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily.

A 76-year-old man died in a single-vehicle crash near ‘Ele‘ele Shopping Center; speed and impairment not suspected factors. Traffic was disrupted for investigation.

Hāpuna Beach State Park's opening is delayed to 8 a.m. due to a police investigation, with the public advised to avoid entering before 6 a.m. Details on the investigation are limited.

The Hawaiʻi DLIR is organizing a job fair to support federal workers affected by policy changes, offering immediate job openings and an expedited hiring process.

Hawaiʻi has started the 'Akamai Arrival' pilot to digitize its Plants and Animals Declaration Form for travelers, aiming to protect its ecosystem from invasive species and streamline arrival processes.

Hawai‘i Wildfire Summit set for Feb. 27-28, 2025, aimed at increasing wildfire resilience and preparedness in Hawai‘i, involving community leaders and emergency responders.

Hilo police invite the community to a "Meet & Greet" with officers on February 26, 2025, aimed at improving relationships and discussing neighborhood safety.

Honolulu is set for calm weather tonight before a cold front brings increased rain chances and moderate winds mid-week, affecting mainly leeward slopes and mountains.