The FAA is probing why an American Airlines flight needed a rapid climb to avoid terrain after takeoff from Honolulu; the flight continued safely to LA.

Ala Namahana Parkway in Kīlauea will be one lane for utility work on weekdays from Nov. 18-27, excluding weekends, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Delays expected; for inquiries contact Shioi Construction.

A man in Kona has been arrested for multiple assaults, including punching a visitor and stabbing another individual. He also faces terroristic threatening and other charges.

An Ocean View man, Bradford Borum, is charged with multiple offenses including terroristic threatening and property damage after a shooting incident during an argument.

Hawaiʻi's open enrollment for 2025 Health Insurance Marketplace has started. Residents can sign up or update plans until January 15, 2025, with subsidies available for some.

Hawaiian residents are on alert as an Emergency Proclamation has been issued due to a Red Flag Warning, signifying high wildfire risk in leeward areas.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu warns of windy conditions and critical fire weather in leeward areas, with an extended Wind Advisory. Showers are expected to increase over the weekend, but trade winds should weaken by next week.

Two people died in a head-on collision in Volcano, Hawaii; police suspect inattention and potential drug use by the other driver, who now faces negligent homicide investigations.

A 30-year-old moped rider died after crashing into a parked city bus in Waikiki near Kapiolani Park. Alcohol is suspected as a contributing factor, and he wasn't wearing a helmet.

Pu‘u Road in Kālaheo will be closed on weekdays for water service and fire hydrant installation from Nov. 18 to Dec. 20, affecting traffic between Silva Tract Road and Pu‘u Kulana Place.

Portions of Akemama Road in Lāwa‘i will be closed for resurfacing on Nov. 15 and 18, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Local residents will have limited access.

The Kaua'i Police Department warns of a phone scam where callers posing as officers demand payment via PayPal for non-existent fines or missed jury duty.

Two people were arrested in Hawai'i after police found a rifle during a traffic stop; one faces firearms and drug charges, while the other was released but remains under investigation.