An inmate escaped from Oʻahu Community Correctional Center during work furlough; Shaun E. Fleetwood failed to return and faces potential escape charges.

Demolition of the dilapidated Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel in Hilo Bay begins with initial delays, advancing community efforts to address the site's longstanding safety and health issues.

HDOT has announced nightly closures of H-1 Freeway westbound in Oahu for drainage repairs, starting October 13 to 18, rerouting traffic via Vineyard Boulevard.

An article detailing a temporary break in trade winds in Oahu with potential for increased clouds and showers. It describes forecasts from the National Weather Service Honolulu, including aviation and marine implications, and surf conditions.

An oversight in the examination of the Lahaina wildfire neglected a locked gate's role in fatalities. The attorney general's office is now revisiting the issue.

A multi-vehicle crash on the H-1 Freeway injured a woman, man, and child; causing significant traffic disruptions. Emergency services responded and transported the victims to the hospital.

Juan Baron, accused of murder in Hawaii, is contesting his guilty plea due to a claimed lack of understanding influenced by language barriers and pressure from his former attorney.

Mayor Richard Bissen invites Molokaʻi residents to discuss the 2026 fiscal budget at the community center on Thursday from 5-7 pm. Residents can give feedback in person or online.

Honolulu officials are removing palm trees in Oahu parks due to coconut rhinoceros beetle infestations, and surveying affected areas for further action to protect the landscape.

A growing memorial in Nanakuli honors Kashka Otto, 22, who was stabbed at Wendy's. Community figures and acquaintances recall Otto's kindness after the tragic event. The suspect faces murder charges.

Honolulu firefighters battled two fires: a 74-acre brush fire in Maili and a semi-truck fire on the H-1 Freeway, causing traffic delays. No injuries or structural damages were reported. Causes are under investigation.

A 75-year-old driver died in a Henderson crash after their Toyota Tundra hit a boulder. Speed was a factor; it's the city's 17th traffic fatality of the year.

Gov. Josh Green appointed Todd Apo to the HTA board, where he'll serve till 2028 pending Senate confirmation. Apo's diverse background is expected to support HTA's cultural and tourism goals.