The Kaua‘i Police Department warns of counterfeit cash on the island and urges businesses and citizens to report incidents and stay informed on recognizing fake bills.

Koke‘e State Park wildfire is now 70% contained. Koke‘e Road reopens, but Waimea Canyon Drive remains closed. No injuries or immediate risks to structures reported.

The Maui Police Department's MMEU Program provides varied services to the houseless every Monday, emphasizing community collaboration for holistic welfare.

The NWS reports a high-pressure system causing increased trade winds and variable weather in Honolulu, with a mix of showers and sunshine expected, and a Small Craft Advisory issued for mariners.

Filipino immigrant teachers are helping to fill teacher vacancies in Hawaii, as reported by Hawaii News Now. They come under a cultural exchange program that also aims to represent the state's significant Filipino student population.

Honolulu's Kekaulike Mall in Chinatown has been upgraded with new pavement, storm water systems, and aesthetic improvements, costing about $4.4 million.

A juvenile has been arrested for his alleged involvement in school burglaries in Hilo, Hawaii, and will appear in Family Court. He was released to his parents' custody.

Maui Police Department located 81-year-old Mimmie "Mele" Hoffman after she was reported missing. Details of her disappearance and recovery were not disclosed.

Honolulu faces varied weather with moderate trade winds, scattered showers, and potential for increased wind and rainfall early next week; minor coastal flooding is expected.

Maui County seeks community feedback on a proposed ferry service connecting Lanai, Molokai, and Maui, requesting input through an online survey and public meetings.

Carrie Underwood performs in Honolulu for the first time, coinciding with the declaration of Carrie Underwood Day in Hawaii to honor her musical and community contributions.

A global tech outage linked to a Microsoft update affected travel at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Hawaii, causing flight delays and cancellations.

HPD fatally shot a suspect, allegedly a bank robber, after a barricade situation in Waikiki, with further details to come from a scheduled news conference.