FEMA Approves $33.4M for Hawaii Disaster Recovery
Funds will aid recovery from Maui wildfires and Kilauea eruptions.
Damien Memorial School Hosts Annual Fat Tuesday Malasada Sale
Barnes & Noble Book Sparks Reflections on Life
Weather
Hawaii Residents Deeply Concerned About Sea-Level Rise
New UH survey shows bipartisan consensus on climate threat, desire for immediate action

HECO may shut off power to more Hawaii communities as high winds continue
Areas with high wildfire risk, including South Kohala on Hawaii Island and upcountry Maui, may lose power within the next day.
Significant Outages Hit West Maui as PSPS Watch Issued for Hawaii Island and Other Maui Areas
Hawaiian Electric warns of extended power outages due to extreme wind gusts and low humidity levels
Crime
Honolulu Police Officer Shoots Hālawa Man During Domestic Dispute
The man was wielding a knife and didn't stop approaching police after being shocked with a Taser, police chief said.

Suspect Seriously Injured After Honolulu Police Shooting
22-year-old man allegedly wielding a knife was shot by officers responding to a domestic dispute.
Police detail what led to a serious moped crash on Keeaumoku
A 29-year-old woman was critically injured in the early morning collision in Honolulu.
Lifestyle
Hawaii Lawmakers Aim to Address Feral Cat Crisis
Proposed bills target overpopulation through mandatory spay/neuter laws and import restrictions.

Exploring the Unique Names of Hawaii's Sea Channels
The ancient stories behind the channels between the Hawaiian islands
Aloha United Way Celebrates 211 Day at Hawaii State Capitol
Event highlights 211 helpline and releases 2025 annual report findings.
Business
Illegal Rentals Hurt Honolulu's Hotel Sector and Deepen Housing Crisis
Industry leaders warn that the unchecked growth of illegal vacation rentals is eroding the state's housing supply and public tolerance for tourism.

Honolulu Council Moves to Tighten Oversight of Agritourism Projects
Proposed legislation aims to prevent abuse of agricultural lands for non-farming activities
Hawaii Considers Public Funding for Michelin Guide
State lawmakers weigh using tax dollars to bring the prestigious restaurant ratings to the islands.
Politics
Hawaii AG Launches Corruption Probe into Unidentified Lawmaker
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke denies taking $35,000 in a paper bag, but acknowledges she may be the target of the investigation.

Military Seeks to Expand Arms Manufacturing in Hawaii
The U.S. military eyes China, plans to create a web of new supply chains across the Pacific region with Hawaii at the center.
Hawaii Leaders Condemn EPA Rollback of Greenhouse Gas Regulations
State and local officials vow to continue climate action despite federal deregulation