High bacteria levels detected at Richardson Ocean Center in Hawaii prompt retesting by the DOH, with public warnings issued and no clear contamination source identified.

Firefighters extinguished a fire at a Honolulu high-rise, with no injuries reported. An investigation is underway to determine the cause and assess damage.

A kiteboarder was rescued by Honolulu Ocean Safety after crashing into Popoia Island and suffering injuries. He is in serious condition following the windy and choppy conditions.

Kalani High School's Bryan Silver was named the 2025 Hawaii State Teacher of the Year for his dedication to STEM education and leadership in CTE Engineering and robotics.

A major road closure will impact westbound H-1 Freeway on-ramp travelers in Honolulu starting Friday night through Monday morning for viaduct improvements.

A skunk evading capture at Honolulu Harbor was finally caught by Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture officials after several days of attempts. The animal is being tested for rabies.

Hawaiʻi DOT seeks to designate a section of Kūhiō Highway as an emergency zone for slope stabilization work to prevent potential road collapse, and invites public input via a virtual meeting.

Upcoming roadwork on Kua Road in Lāwa‘i may cause delays due to single-lane closures from Oct. 17 to Nov. 1, excluding weekends, for essential road resurfacing.

Hawaii faces fire weather risk due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry conditions prompting a Red Flag Warning.

Research from the University of Hawaiʻi reveals invasive seaweeds thrive in Hawaiʻi's high-salt nearshore waters, outcompeting native species and affecting marine ecosystems.

Maui County has granted permission to rebuild homes in Kahoma Village lost to a wildfire, following guidelines from Governor Green's directive to maintain original dimensions.

The University of Hawai'i will join the Mountain West Conference (MWC) as a full member in 2026, ending its travel subsidies and aiming for financial relief and competitive improvements.

A wave at Ke Iki Beach on Oahu swept three tourists into the sea, killing a 63-year-old man and hospitalizing two women, one of whom is in critical condition.