First responders on Kaua‘i are searching for a missing 32-year-old Alaskan woman off Hanakāpī‘ai Beach, involving multiple agencies and the public’s help.

Henry Tangitau was arrested in Pāhoa, Hawai'i, for assaulting a woman and killing her dog with a hammer. He faces multiple charges, including animal cruelty.

Moderate to breezy trade winds are ongoing in Honolulu, with dry conditions through Friday and increased showers over the weekend, as reported by the NWS.

Hawaiian Airlines is taking over several of Alaska Airlines' West Coast-Hawaii routes and will start new nonstop services from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul.

The Coast Guard rescued five people after their vessel capsized off Kauai, stressing the vital importance of wearing life jackets and being prepared at sea.

Classes at Farrington High resume after an accidental shooting injured a guard. The incident was non-threatening to the school, and no arrests have been made. Enhanced security measures are in place.

The tennis and basketball courts at Wailua Homesteads Park will be closed until Jan. 24, 2025, for resurfacing and new pickleball courts installation.

Hawaiian Electric is addressing power outages caused by weather, affecting thousands but with increasing restoration. Some areas are still without power due to a transmission line fault. Safety checks are ongoing, especially in wildfire risk zones.

The Zipper Lane in O‘ahu will resume operations after mechanical issues caused a one-day shutdown. HDOT made adjustments and now assures a reliable backup system for future use.

Governor Josh Green declares an emergency in Honolulu due to a Red Flag Warning, preparing resources to combat potential wildfires amid high winds and low humidity.

Leah Laramee will discuss Hawaiʻi’s climate action initiatives at Maui County’s Sustainability Speaker Series, focusing on state campaigns for climate justice and local environmental efforts.

Honolulu's selection of a new landfill site over Wahiawā's aquifer has sparked public concern and official dissent due to risks of groundwater contamination.

Maui property owners must meet a December 31 deadline to claim property tax exemptions for 2025, as announced by the County of Maui. Late submissions will not be accepted, and certain categories require annual filings.