The County of Maui reported improved wastewater services in West Maui, with services fully restored for 61 properties in Kelawea Mauka after 2023 wildfires.

The University of Hawaiʻi Community Design Center completed a study, "Breaking Cycles," proposing reforms and new designs for the Oʻahu Community Correctional Center focused on rehabilitation and restorative justice.

Kekaha Road resurfacing causes closures from February 10 to 14, with restricted access and no parking. Drivers should expect delays and follow flagger instructions.

Travelers on Kūhiō Highway in Waikoko face delays due to a 24/7 one-lane closure for hill stabilization work, with traffic signals and reduced speed limits in place.

Efforts are underway to remove the stranded sailboat Hula Girl from a Maui marine conservation district, with authorities coordinating with the owner for a safe salvage amid concerns of reef damage and trespassing incidents.

Moody's Investors Service upgraded the bond rating of Hawai'i's Airports System to Aa3, marking a historic high before a major bond issuance for capital projects and refinancing.

Kauai residents face intermittent road closures on Pu'uwai and Po'ohiwi Roads due to the Kalaheo Water Systems Improvements Project, with construction hours generally from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

O‘ahu's Kalaniana‘ole Highway was closed to fix a sinkhole from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, affecting local traffic.

Upcoming asphalt work on Maui's Piʻilani Highway may cause traffic delays with lane reconfigurations set between Kilohana Drive and Wailea ʻIke Drive.

Hawaiian tourism saw a 5.5% increase in arrivals and a 4.7% rise in spending in December 2024, nearing pre-pandemic levels despite earlier Maui wildfires.

Upcoming road closures in Kekaha for resurfacing; local traffic to have partial access, with no parking during work hours. Contact Maui Kupono Builders or Todd Ozaki for more info.

The Hawaii Department of Transportation is preparing for a cold front with high winds and heavy rains, advising the public on safety and maintaining operations across airports, harbors, and highways.

Wailua and Puhi playcourts to reopen with Wailua Homestead Park on Feb 14, Wailua Houselots Park on Mar 7, and Puhi Park on June 13, as part of a $3.1 million resurfacing project.