Weather
Kamehameha Schools Installs Wildfire Detection Cameras Across Hawaii
Live feeds of the cameras will not be publicly available initially, but community engagement is planned.
Honolulu Forecast: Isolated Showers Sunday, Trades Return
Cloudy and humid conditions expected with a chance of brief, scattered showers.
Residents Raise Concerns Over New FEMA Flood Maps
Homeowners question lack of notification and conflicting flood risk designations ahead of June 10 finalization.
Lifestyle
Massive Two-Story Houseboat Shelters Hawaii's Homeless from Encampment Sweeps
The floating structure, surrounded by smaller outposts, allows homeless residents to avoid authorities and live independently along Keehi Stream.
Honolulu Chinatown to Get First Arch in Historic Milestone
The $600,000 project will create a new cultural landmark and welcoming gateway to the neighborhood.
Hawaii Lawmakers Deem Public Schools 'Broken, Failing'
Proposed reforms to cut assistant superintendents and empower school-community councils face pushback from principals' union.
Economics
Letter Calls for Simple, Effective Laws to Address Hawaii Affordability
Honolulu resident argues that complicated legislation won't lower costs for local families
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
Hawaiʻi Exits Recession, Growth Stays Modest
University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization forecasts gradual recovery for state's economy
Crime
Honolulu Police Investigate Attempted Murder in Pearl City
No injuries reported, but vehicle sustained damage in Friday night shooting incident.
Kapolei Man Charged in Ewa Beach Kidnapping, Bail Set at $250K
Shane Casperson Kim, 38, faces kidnapping and terroristic threatening charges after his ex-girlfriend reported being held against her will.
Judge denies travel request for woman accused of hot-liquid attack on husband
Ameera Harrison, charged with first-degree assault and abuse, was denied permission to seek treatment in California.
Health
Colorectal Cancer Screening Crucial for Hawaii Residents
Letter writer urges action to increase access to lifesaving cancer prevention tests.
Letter: HMSA-HPH Success Far From Guaranteed
Honolulu resident questions value-based payment model and potential cost savings for consumers.
Better U Expands Virtual Mental Health Care Across Hawaii
Online psychiatry, ketamine therapy, and holistic services now available statewide.
