Līhu'e Refuse Transfer Station in Kaua'i will close from Sept. 11 to Nov. 1 for renovations aimed at improving efficiency and environmental protection. Residents must use alternative sites for waste disposal.

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are pursuing a $1.9 billion merger, aiming to increase travel options and preserve union jobs, according to Hawaii's Governor Josh Green. A lawsuit opposing the merger was dismissed.

Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green heads to the mainland to attend the Democratic National Convention in Illinois, with Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke and then Attorney General Anne Lopez covering his duties during his absence.

Kaua‘i Mayor signs deal for free healthcare premiums for county workers starting FY 2025 to alleviate living costs.

Sen. Mazie Hirono won Hawaii's Democratic primary and is favored to win in November's general election, contributing to Democrats' efforts to maintain Senate control.

Rick Blangiardi won re-election as Honolulu Mayor with over 50% of votes, avoiding a run-off and setting a second-term agenda tackling housing, permitting, and rail projects.

Hawaii's Governor Josh Green announced a $4 billion settlement for the 2023 Maui wildfires to expedite healing and avoid protracted lawsuits. The settlement involves multiple defendants and aims to compensate the affected parties swiftly.

Retired U.S. District Judge Alan C. Kay, known for important legal decisions in Hawaii, has died at the age of 92.

Kaua‘i’s Office of Economic Development invites proposals for FY 2024-2025 Innovation Grants until September 3, 2024, using the Amplifund system, with a webinar on August 14 to guide applicants.

Insurance payouts for Maui wildfires reach $2.3 billion with over 10,000 claims; Hawaii's Insurance Division warns against fraud and urges license verification for contractors.

Hawaii will receive $68.4 million from NOAA for climate resilience, part of the Inflation Reduction Act, focusing on ecosystems and disaster preparedness, combining modern science with Native Hawaiian practices.

The Maui Planning Commission voted to phase out 7,000 short-term rentals to address the housing crisis, informed by extensive public testimony and set for further review by the County Council.

Hawaii's Department of Agriculture receives record biosecurity funding to fight invasive species, despite vetoes from Governor Josh Green reducing the proposed amounts.