Hawaii's First Lady Jaime Kanani Green was named a Global Women Peace Ambassador, an honor recognizing her efforts in peace-making and promoting empathy and unity across cultures.

Honolulu City Council members introduced a bill to ban single-use plastics, with backing from local students, as part of Hawaii’s ongoing environmental and sustainability efforts.

The Hawai‘i DLIR's Hele Imua Internship Program is helping shape the future workforce by providing practical experience and avenues into government work for young professionals.

Registration for the 2024-2025 LifeSmarts Competition in Hawai‘i is open, offering real-world education in consumer literacy for students through quizzes and team challenges.

Tree maintenance on Kuli Road in Lāwa‘i is scheduled for December 5-6, possibly affecting traffic with intermittent lane closures and flaggers on-site for direction.

The National Weather Service indicates Honolulu will have lighter winds and stable conditions until Wednesday, with an increase in showers by the end of the week due to a stalling cold front.

Hawai'i announces a $20 million housing project and financial awards to support Lahaina educators, addressing housing shortages and recognizing their dedication, especially after the Maui wildfires.

Maui County Parks and Recreation facilities, including pools and offices, will close on December 6, 2024, for staff training and repairs, with most reopening on December 9 except for pools which reopen on December 7.

Governor David Ige of Hawai'i reflects on his administration's achievements in affordable housing and combating homelessness and expresses gratitude while encouraging community service and local shopping.

A 10-foot tiger shark spotted near Kekaha Beach led to a warning from local authorities, urging a halt to ocean activities, with lifeguards set to reassess the situation.

Hawaii's housing crisis was the focus of a summit in Waikīkī, where Governor Green spoke on the need for affordable housing solutions, and officials outlined multi-billion dollar initiatives for low-income and Native Hawaiian housing.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu forecasts light winds and stable weather for Hawaii, with afternoon showers expected in some areas. A High Surf Warning is in effect through today.

New surveillance cameras in Honolulu's Chinatown helped police arrest three suspects for vandalism, with one suspect still at large. The cameras were praised for increasing community safety.