Hawaii's Governor Josh Green has designated 2025 as the "Year of Our Community Forests" to celebrate and raise awareness about the importance of urban and community trees in island life and the environment.

Kaua‘i consolidates bird conservation efforts into a single facility, as approved by the Hawaii Board of Land and Natural Resources, in an effort to protect endangered species.

Hawaii's HIHP urges Maui wildfire survivors to apply for housing assistance before the January 15, 2025 deadline. Late applications are accepted until March 17, 2025, for extenuating circumstances.

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced nightly westbound closures of the H-201 Moanalua Freeway for repaving, starting Jan. 13, from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., until March 13, excluding holidays.

Nighttime guardrail work on Honoapi‘ilani Highway's Pali Tunnel will result in alternating traffic flow and potential delays from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., starting Jan. 13.

The women's restroom at Waiehu Golf Course is closed for renovations until April and female patrons will use the men's, while men have portable toilets available.

Maui faced park and road closures after a severe overnight thunderstorm caused flash floods, downed trees, and damage to facilities. Cleanup efforts and damage assessments are ongoing.

Oahu expects steady trade winds through the weekend with potential showers, especially in windward areas, followed by a shift early next week due to a decaying front.

Inclement weather led to closures of several Maui schools, including Hāna High & Elementary and Lahainaluna High, due to power outages and unsafe roads.

Kaua‘i Police Activities League (K-PAL) opens registration for its 2025 flag football season, offering free participation to kids of all school ages and seeking volunteer coaches.

Hawaii's DOH reports a 25% increase in students behind on school immunizations, with 21% not up-to-date, raising concerns about disease outbreak risks.

Heavy rainfall hit Oahu to Maui County this morning, with conditions expected to improve later today. Maui County faces a high flood risk, and tradewinds may cause showers, especially on the Big Island.

The Honolulu Fire Department rescued an injured 57-year-old female hiker from Diamond Head Crater Trail, providing medical support before airlifting her to safety.