The Hawaii DLNR stated that new Commercial Use Permits for ocean activities are on hold due to a court order pending environmental review, impacting current and future permittees.

Hawaiian crows, known as ʻalalā, are adapting successfully to wild life in Maui's Kīpahulu Forest Reserve, displaying natural behaviors vital for survival, despite the challenges of transition from captivity.

Hawaii's BLNR grants a Honolulu nonprofit entry rights to examine land for O‘ahu's first cat sanctuary, aiming to protect wildlife and educate the public.