Maui man, 58, dies in 3-car collision in Kihei
Police said the collision occurred at about 7:30 p.m., involving three men and three vehicles. Read more
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Pedestrian critically hurt after being struck twice on Nimitz Highway
The incident occurred around 9:10 p.m. in the airport area, where police say the pedestrian was crossing outside of a marked crosswalk when she was hit by a 52-year-old woman driving westbound on North Nimitz Highway. Read more
Man, 59, dies after apparent drowning at Kailua Bay
Honolulu Ocean Safety said the incident happened at about 10:15 a.m. at “Flag Poles” — a stretch of shoreline between Kalama Beach Park and Kailua Beach Park. Read more
Box jellyfish alert issued for Waikiki beaches
According to the Waikiki Aquarium box jellyfish calendar, there is a high likelihood of jellyfish today through Thursday. Read more
Motorcyclist, 36, critically injured in Waianae collision
Speed, drugs, and alcohol do not appear to be contributing factors at this time. Read more
Man in serious condition after stabbing in Waikiki
Paramedics responded to a report of a stabbing fronting 301 Lewers St. at about 3:40 a.m., EMS said. Read more
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No injures reported in Haleiwa brushfire that burned 10 acres
The Honolulu Fire Department received a 911 call at 7:17 p.m. for a brushfire at Paalaa Road. Both HFD and police responded. Read more
Pedestrian dies after he is hit twice while crossing Nimitz Highway
The collision occurred around 9:25 p.m. near the 2600 block of North Nimitz Highway in the airport area, police said. Read more
2 hospitalized after crash near the Ala Moana area
They were both struck by a 21-year-old female motorist traveling southbound om Keeaumoku Street in the adjacent lane. Read more
Television and radio – May 18, 2025
Police investigating death of 3-month-old baby
Police are investigating the death of a 3-month-old baby boy, who was found unresponsive at 7:08 a.m. today in Kalihi. Read more
Mariners rescued from disabled boat near Guam
The Coast Guard and the U.S. Navy rescued on Friday two mariners, who were stranded aboard a disabled boat located 125 nautical miles west of Guam. Read more
Injured hiker rescued from Diamond Head
A 25-year-old woman was injured today while hiking on the Diamond Head Crater Trail, and had to be airlifted to a nearby landing zone. Read more
More than 2,500 graduates participate in University of Hawaii commencement
More than 2,500 University of Hawaii graduates participated in the 2025 Spring Commencement ceremonies held this morning and afternoon at the Stan Sheriff Center. Read more
DUI suspected in Kurtistown crash that killed pedestrian
The driver of a 2010 Jeep Wrangler was traveling east on Orchidland Drive near the intersection of 36th Avenue when the vehicle struck Sherwood, who was on the roadway and not in a marked crosswalk, police said in a news release. Read more
Editorial cartoon for Saturday, May 17, 2025
The editorial cartoon published today in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Read more
Television and radio – May 17, 2025
Flood advisory issued for Hawaii island
Forecasters warn of minor flooding on roads, and drainage areas and in streams. Read more
State, city officials urge safety on roads during graduations
“Motorists are asked to slow down and drive with aloha to ensure safe, fun, and memorable graduation ceremonies,” said city officials in a news release. Read more
Kilauea pauses after 10 hours of fountains of up to 1,000 feet high
The north vent stopped erupting this afternoon after 10 hours and 16 minutes of continuous lava fountains reaching up to 1,000 feet high. Read more
Ocean Safety rescues swimmer, 20, off Spitting Cave
The man jumped off the cliff, a roughly 50-foot jump, and was unable to swim to safety as strong winds and currents today pushed the man hundreds of yards offshore, the news release said. Read more
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