Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy captured a rare photo of Saturn occulted by the Moon from Mauna Kea, Hawaii, overcoming challenges like atmospheric distortion and the flu.

Kimo Alameda was inaugurated as Hawaiʻi County's new mayor, along with the new county council, emphasizing geographic equity and island-wide community needs.

The University of Hawaii extended head football coach Timmy Chang's contract through 2026 following a win against New Mexico and positive remarks from athletics director Lois Manin about the program's future.

The LAPD reported that missing woman Hannah Kobayashi was seen on footage crossing into Mexico voluntarily, shifting the case to a voluntary missing person situation.

A Honolulu firefighter, Travis Kotrys, was arrested and indicted on several counts of sexual assault against a minor, to appear in court on December 5.

A fatal accident involving a pedestrian disrupted traffic in Honolulu's Nuuanu after a woman was hit by a car while crossing against a 'Do Not Walk' sign.

Authorities and community members are actively searching for Carol Ann Lau, an 84-year-old woman missing since December 2, 2024, from Hilo's University Heights area.

Hawai'i DLNR has scheduled a special feral pig hunt on Hawai'i Island to control the invasive pig population, allowing the use of dogs, rifles, and knives, excluding shotguns. There's no limit on the number of pigs or size of hunting parties.

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te's visit to Hawaii indicates strengthening ties with the US amid China's disapproval and heightens regional diplomatic engagement.

Stable weather conditions with light breezes are forecasted for Honolulu until Wednesday, with a front bringing increased rain chances later in the week.

The Honolulu Fire Department rescued a 44-year-old woman who was injured on the Aiea Heights Trail, with a coordinated effort involving 14 personnel, an on-foot team, and the Air 1 helicopter.

A 19-year-old man from Pahoa is in critical condition after his pickup was hit in a traffic accident on Hawaii Island.

Kapaa High School won its first Division I state football championship in a 10-7 overtime victory against Konawaena, with a strong defensive performance and pivotal special teams plays.