Hawaii Island police seek public help to find Michelle Beltran, missing since December 27. She is described as Caucasian mix, 5'10", 125 lbs, with long brown/blonde hair and light brown eyes.

Hawaii's Big Island police arrested 19 drivers for DUI from December 16-22, 2024. DUI arrests for the year totaled 942, a slight increase from the previous year, amid a rise in major crashes and traffic fatalities.

The Maui Emergency Management Agency is reducing security checkpoints in Lahaina from nine to four to aid recovery while maintaining order post-disaster.

The NWS Honolulu forecasts mixed weather for Hawaii as a dissipating front brings reduced rain chances, steady trade winds, and moderate conditions for the festive season.

The article discusses Attorney General Anne Lopez's support for Louisiana's efforts to create a second majority-Black congressional district, following a court mandate to address Voting Rights Act violations.

Hawaii will test its Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System on January 2, 2025, at 11:45 a.m., as part of emergency preparedness measures. The sirens will emit a steady tone for one minute, accompanied by a test of the Emergency Alert System.

Maui's Hamakua Poko Kai Beach, known as "Bones Beach," is closed until January 31st for environmental and cultural assessments following erosion from high surf events. The County of Maui advises the public to stay away during this period.

Maui County has set up temporary drop-off sites for Christmas trees in Kīhei and Makawao, open from Dec. 28 to Jan. 5, as part of its green waste services.

The National Weather Service forecasts increased trade wind showers in Honolulu due to a weakening front and upper trough, with moderate trade winds continuing into the new year.

Hawai'i DOH has issued a recall for Alcon Laboratories' Systane Lubricant Eye Drops due to possible fungal contamination. Consumers should stop using and return affected products.

A cyclist was critically injured after being hit by a car on Kūhiō Highway in Kapa‘a. The 44-year-old man was struck in a crosswalk; speed is not believed to be a factor. Authorities are investigating and seeking witnesses.

The Hawai'i Island Police is seeking help to identify a woman who assaulted an employee during a robbery at a Hilo grocery store on December 11, 2024.

Maui County's Department of Parks and Recreation is now accepting permit applications for summer events, with a specific window for league and school program applications, available via email or in-person drop-offs.