Leeward Community College in Hawaii is offering a new Bus Driver Training class to address the shortage of school bus drivers, with the program starting on January 13, 2025.

Lane and road closures on Pu’uwai Road, Kalaheo, are extended until December 31, 2024, due to waterline work by the Department of Water and Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company.

Kekaha roads will undergo partial closures for resurfacing from December 9 to 13, offering limited access to residents and no on-street parking in the work zones. Flaggers will guide traffic, aiming to minimize disruptions.

Increased easterly trade winds are expected in Oahu, with potential wind advisory thresholds being reached, accompanied by passing showers, especially affecting the windward and mountain areas, as well as the Big Island and Maui.

The Senate unanimously passed a bill for Maui fire survivors' tax relief, excluding federal income tax on compensation received, now awaiting President Biden's signature.

Līhu‘e road closures are planned from Dec. 9 to Dec. 11 for emergency sewer line repairs on Poinciana Street, with restrictions on access and potential delays.

HDOT invites public comment on a noise variance for a resurfacing project on Joseph P. Leong and Kamehameha Highway, planned from 2025-01-06 to 2025-04-30, with extended work hours.

Hawaiʻi's Governor Josh Green orders flags at half-staff to honor Pearl Harbor victims, aligning with President Biden's proclamation for national remembrance.

Honolulu's weather is reverting to normal patterns with trade winds bringing isolated showers, especially in windward and mauka areas. A front approaching from the northwest is expected to dissipate before arrival, maintaining mostly dry conditions.

Honolulu is preparing for its 52nd Marathon, anticipating over 35,000 runners, a significant increase from the previous year. The event is celebrated for its beautiful course and the "aloha spirit." Road closures are expected due to the event.

Hawaii introduces new creative economy training, including a media production accounting course and a production assistant program, set for Spring 2025.

Oʻahu has opened its tenth medical cannabis dispensary, Cure Oahu in Kailua, making it the 25th in the state to serve over 30,000 patients and caregivers.

Hawai‘i reports a new travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu, among 15 cases statewide in 2024. The Health Department is conducting mosquito control and advising residents to take preventive measures.