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First Alert Forecast: Breezy winds with scattered showers expected to persist through the weekend
This time, the thieves appeared to know what they wanted. They were in the warehouse for less than a minute.
Thousands of miles from the Hawaiian Islands, a growing group of Native Hawaiians work the soil in the metropolitan area of Portland, OR.
Actress who plays Nani in “Lilo and Stitch” hosted free screenings of the movie to give back to the Kauai community.
The popular fourth of July firework show is returning to Kailua Beach this year and free shuttles will be available.
Days after he was hit by a vehicle, Dakota Briley remains in the ICU.
The man accused of opening fire at a driver in Waikiki is out of custody.
The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council which sets fishing policies will ask President Trump to allow commercial fishing in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument in the northwestern Hawaiian islands. It’s the largest marine protected area in the world.
Money from a national opioid lawsuit settlement is being used to pay for summer fun waivers for keiki on Oahu’s leeward coast.
Cracking down on illegal gambling rooms has been a top priority for city leaders over the last several years.
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A memorial with flowers was set up on Kamehameha Highway where two women were killed in a car crash in Punaluu Tuesday night.
With 50 days to go until the second anniversary of the Maui wildfires, the state is trying to turn lessons learned from the tragedy into practical solutions. While government agencies ramp up resources and coordination – much of the effort will fall to residents.
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S.
Members of Bruno Mars’ family sang and read books to keiki at the Kapiolani Medical Center this week.
Signs were posted in Waikiki warning swimmers to use caution when entering the water because of an increase in box jellyfish on Thursday.
A skunk was captured at Kakaako Waterfront Park by Honolulu police on Wednesday night.
Ocean Safety reminds all beachgoers to talk to the lifeguards on-duty before going into the water.
An Oahu judge has granted a request to delay the trial of a driver accused of a deadly hit-and-run crash that killed a 16-year-old girl.
A Waikiki man accused of attacking his parents with a hammer pleaded not guilty to attempted murder charges in court Thursday.
Leaders say it’s a critical step toward improving public safety, especially along Oahu’s Waianae Coast.
The room was located near Kawaiahao Street. Police recovered 16 gambling machines, $5,200 in cash, and possible drugs.
The plan outlines the technical, physical, and regulatory steps needed to safely permanently close all tanks at the Red Hill structure.
This summer, the YMCA of Honolulu is making it easier than ever for families to keep their keiki safe around water.
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The Los Angeles Rams wrapped up mini camp on Wednesday on the Valley isle.
The Honolulu Police Commission decided to be guided by the chain of command in the city charter.
From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kauai drivers are advised to use Weke Road for entry and exit to Anae Road.
Hawaii Ballroom Dancers are on their way home from Las Vegas after a major competition win.
Maui Police collected nearly 130 firearms during a gun buy-back event Saturday.
BJ Penn the UFC Hall of Famer was back in the Hilo courtroom Wednesday.
The fight over housing on Maui continues as councilmembers decide whether to phase out thousands of vacation rentals.
Investigators say speed appears to be a factor in the deadly collision and most of the victims were not wearing seat belts.
Maui wildfire victims who have not hired attorneys yet will soon learn how they can file claims through a class action lawsuit. It’s another big step toward paying out the $4 billion settlement, as time to file runs short.
University of Hawaii researchers are offering a closer look at the physical and psychological impacts of the August 2023 Maui Wildfires.
The state judiciary is struggling to find stenographers to provide accurate transcripts for court proceedings.
The Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii’s “Kamaaina Come Home” program connects job seekers to mentors and local experts across different industries.
DLNR issued a civil resource violation to a 43-year-old woman after her dog was allegedly seen off-leash, running toward a resting Hawaiian monk seal on a North Shore beach Saturday.
The pedestrian crossing the street was reportedly not in a marked crosswalk when he was hit.
“SIX” had its opening night in Honolulu on Tuesday at the Blaisdell Concert Hall.
The relocation of the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet has been pushed back by a month.
49-year-old Mary Kona, also known as Cassie Dux, was last seen on May 26.
The state land department kicked off its 10th Wildfire & Drought Lookout awareness campaign with a news conference at 11 a.m. Wednesday on Kauai.
Two men in their teens and early 20s were reported missing after being swept out by strong currents at Makapuu beach.
Dry and windy conditions are expected this weekend.
Authorities said one of the vehicles had flipped over onto its roof.
Over the next two years, the state will open 50 more public pre-school classrooms, increasing early education opportunities for more than 2,700 kids statewide.
The Los Angeles Rams hosted clinics for young girls and boys in flag and tackle football on Tuesday.
On Tuesday, about two dozen rookies traveled to Lahaina to help rebuild a home for a fire survivor.
The Honolulu City Council endured its most contentious leadership reorganization in decades Tuesday.
The community is waiting for landowner Kamehameha Schools to share its strategic plan for the area.
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