Senate Judiciary advanced SB2055, a bill that would require the Hawai‘i Civil Rights Commission to run a 24‑hour, toll‑free helpline for civil‑rights and hate‑crime reports. The measure now heads to Ways and Means for funding and implementation details.

A Honolulu solo bike officer was seriously injured Thursday night after a suspected drunk driver struck his motorcycle at the Kunia Road on‑ramp; the driver was arrested, police say.

Hawaiʻi’s county mayors paused a plan to ask lawmakers this year for a 20‑year extension of the half‑percent GET surcharge, saying they need more financial analysis first.

A technical issue may route some T‑Mobile 911 calls through a national center before reaching Honolulu dispatchers; the city's 911 service remains operational.

Soulberry Ice Cream has opened in Hāliʻimaile, serving New Zealand‑style real‑fruit swirls from a converted horse trailer. The family operation highlights Maui fruit and local toppings.

HNL Alert issued a Flood Watch for Oʻahu as heavy rain moves in. Officials warn flash flooding is possible in low‑lying areas.

New research and route forecasts show increases in clear‑air turbulence on West Coast–Hawaii flights, raising safety and comfort concerns for travelers.

A new Honolulu Police Department legislative filing names more than 50 officers who were disciplined — but dozens of discharges remain tied up in grievance and arbitration. The report renews questions about transparency and accountability inside HPD.

A new review led by UH Mānoa finds island land‑snail extinctions commonly run 30–80%, with Hawaiʻi’s native snails among the hardest hit.

An unnamed Waianae man is accused of threatening to kill a federal officer and family during a warrant tied to drugs and guns, prosecutors say.

Alejandro’s Mexican Food opened in Pearl City Shopping Center; a local reviewer praised an ono Chicken Bowl and photos show the menu and crew.

A Lahaina boat operator admitted using a forged Merchant Mariner Credential after a 2022 Lanai crash that threw five passengers overboard. Sentencing is set for June 15.

Police identified the two women who died in the Nov. 29 Hilo fire as Antoinette Amii, 72, and Neilla Lee, 56. Autopsies are complete and foul play is not suspected.