Weather
Brush Fire Scorches 100 Acres Near Waimea Canyon Drive on Kauai
Road closure in effect as firefighters battle the blaze near mile marker 2.
Daily Forecast for Kaanapali, Lahaina, Hawaii
Partly cloudy skies with highs in the 80s and lows in the 60s
33-Year-Old Dies After Entering Restricted Area Near Kīlauea Caldera, Hawaii
Victim found in steep, hazardous terrain after entering closed section of national park
Health
Hawaii Confirms Measles Case in Vaccinated Visitor
Exposure alerts issued for several locations across Oahu and Hawaii Island
Hawaii Care Choices Expands Palliative Care to North Hawaii
New clinic-based model offers in-person and telehealth visits for patients in Hamakua, Waimea, and North and South Kohala.
Dynamic Family Therapy Expands Mental Health Services in Hawaii
Clinic adds psychiatric care and medication management to its therapy and counseling offerings across Aiea and Honolulu.
Crime
Hawaii Man Charged for Stabbing Estranged Wife and Girlfriend While on Work Release
John Nihipali allegedly left his work furlough program to carry out the attacks, resulting in one death and one hospitalization.
Waianae Man Charged in Fatal Shooting Over Missing iPad
Suspect allegedly killed woman, shot girlfriend during dispute over tablet device
Honolulu Police Investigate Attempted Murder in Pearl City
No injuries reported, but vehicle sustained damage in Friday night shooting incident.
Economics
Letter Calls for Simple, Effective Laws to Address Hawaii Affordability
Honolulu resident argues that complicated legislation won't lower costs for local families
Hawaiʻi Exits Recession, Growth Stays Modest
University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization forecasts gradual recovery for state's economy
Honolulu Families Face Rising Costs as Inflation Climbs
Grocery and restaurant bills rise as food prices push local inflation up 2.4% over the past year
Politics
Former US Rep. Colleen Hanabusa, Hawaii Senate Trailblazer, Dies at 74
Hanabusa was the first woman to serve as president of the Hawaii State Senate and spent decades advocating for her community.
Maui County Mayor Highlights Housing, Water, and Economic Progress in 2026 State of the County Address
Mayor Richard Bissen outlines plans to expand affordable housing, secure public water systems, and drive long-term economic resilience.
Hawaiʻi Inspectors Accused of Letting 'Lightly Infested' Goods Into State
Lawmakers propose tighter rules as agriculture department defends discretionary practices
