The Hawai‘i DOT is addressing erosion on Kamehameha V Highway, causing roadway undermining and initiating urgent repairs, with expected traffic delays due to single-lane access at the construction site.

Residents in Leeward Oʻahu face ongoing HDOT construction, with the Maʻipalaoa Bridge nearing completion, WCEAR planning progressing, and Mākaha Bridge projects wrapping up. Lane closures and blessing ceremonies are anticipated.

Hawaii's forecast from NWS Honolulu predicts stable, dry conditions with gentle trade winds until Tuesday, with a potential mid-week weather shift bringing uncertainty in precipitation and impacts.

Maui County will close offices and pools on MLK Day; however, trash collection and bus services continue. Some landfills and centers have reduced hours. Regular operations resume January 21.

Kekaha Road in Hawaii will have one-lane closure from Akialoa to Amakihi Road, Jan. 23-24, for resurfacing work by Maui Kupono Builders, affecting local traffic.

Hawaiʻi has selected a site for the Battle of Hanapēpē Memorial at the Hanapēpē Filipino Cemetery to honor the 1924 clash between plantation workers and police.

The Honoapi‘ilani Highway in Maui will be partially closed for the Maui Oceanfront Marathon, affecting traffic from 5 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on January 19.

Honolulu's weather is trending drier with typical trade wind patterns expected. A cold front midweek may bring more changes. Current surf advisories are expected to ease off.

Block, Inc. faces a joint crackdown by the DCCA and 47 states for BSA/AML violations, incurring an $80 million penalty and must review its compliance program.

The Kona Community Policing Section and HI-PAL are hosting the 3rd annual HI-PAL Outrigger Canoe Regatta with local canoe clubs for teens on March 22, 2025.

The Kaua‘i Police Department issued a notice advising drone operators to follow FAA regulations for safe flying, emphasizing no local permission is needed, and recommending the use of the B4UFLY App to check for airspace restrictions.

The Hawai‘i DOH has detected low levels of H5 avian influenza in Kauaʻi's wastewater, with no infections found in humans or animals. Public is advised to increase biosecurity and report dead/sick birds.

The Hawaiian Islands are experiencing showers and possible thunderstorms due to a cold front, with drier and cooler weather expected by the weekend. High surf warnings are in effect, with another front possible midweek.