Hawaii's forest bird conservation efforts focused on the "Year of the Forest Birds," with mixed outcomes--some species near extinction and others showing signs of recovery.

Maui County announces holiday closures for various offices and services on Christmas and New Year's Day; essential services like trash pickup and Maui Bus will operate as usual.

The County of Maui received two GFOA awards for its budget presentation and financial reporting, marking over 30 years of continued excellence in financial management.

The weather forecast for Honolulu predicts a calm pattern with light showers, steady and dry conditions, and lighter winds into the coming weekend. A High Surf Warning is in effect for some shores.

Suspect surrenders after a five-hour standoff at a Honolulu Don Quijote store, following property damage and attempted arson.

A 77-year-old man died in a collision involving his quad and a truck on Kūhio Highway, Kaua‘i. The investigation is ongoing; speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors.

The annual Heroes and Helpers event brought festive joy to disadvantaged children in Hilo, with various law enforcement agencies and Catholic Charities providing $125 gift cards for holiday shopping.

Hawaiian police arrested 18 people for DUI in one week, noting a troubling 2.33% increase in DUI arrests and a significant rise in fatal crashes compared to the previous year.

An opossum was captured in Honolulu's Iwilei neighborhood, with HDOA setting baited traps after a sighting. This marks the area's third incident this year.

Rare Hawaiian snails, Achatinella fuscobasis, were reintroduced into the wild in the Ko‘olau Mountains after decades of captivity, aiming for species recovery.

The Justice Department is suing CVS for allegedly filling invalid prescriptions, contributing to the opioid crisis. The suit claims CVS prioritized profits over safety, pressuring pharmacists to fill unlawful prescriptions.

Stable, dry weather is expected in Honolulu, with some windward showers and light winds. A high surf warning continues, but no critical fire conditions are forecast.

Kaua'i firefighters extinguished a brush fire and rescued an injured hiker on Monday, demonstrating efficient and urgent response to both incidents with no reported injuries or damages.