Sherry Bird has been promoted to Assistant Chief of the Hawai‘i Police Department, marking a historic first for the department. Other officers were also promoted in various ranks.

Federal judge in Rhode Island issues a restraining order at Hawaii's leading, halting Trump's administration from cutting off federal grants and loans.

Hawaii's Governor has allocated $6.3 million to the DBEDT to enhance tourism recovery, following damage from Maui wildfires and anticipating impact from California fires. The funds aim to boost visitor arrivals and support local businesses.

A federal judge stopped Trump's order to freeze federal funding, a decision praised by Hawai'i Governor Josh Green, ensuring continued state services.

Hawai'i joined 21 states and D.C. to oppose a Trump-era OMB policy freezing federal funds, which risks essential services such as healthcare and public safety.

Hawai'i Governor Josh Green heads to D.C. to discuss concerns over HHS Secretary nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr. with senators and health groups, emphasizing the need for science-based health leadership.

Attorneys General from eleven states oppose a Trump appointee's memo on state involvement in federal immigration enforcement, citing constitutional protections on state sovereignty.

Attorney General Anne Lopez, with 18 other state attorneys general, has filed a lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, asserting it violates the Fourteenth Amendment.

Governor Josh Green's 2025 State of the State Address focused on unity and progress for Hawaii, with priorities on affordability, housing, healthcare, public safety, and environmental initiatives.

Governor Josh Green of Hawaii appoints new members to key boards, including Lisa Paulson to the HTA, aiming to strengthen sustainable tourism and cultural preservation.

Block, Inc. faces a joint crackdown by the DCCA and 47 states for BSA/AML violations, incurring an $80 million penalty and must review its compliance program.

Hawaii's DCCA has announced disciplinary actions for licensed professionals for December 2024, emphasizing enforcement of standards to protect consumers.

Mike Lambert is nominated as the new Director of the State Department of Law Enforcement in Honolulu by Governor Josh Green, citing his extensive law enforcement experience.