Good morning, Honolulu.

Honolulu Ocean Safety rescued a 20-year-old swimmer from Spitting Caves on May 15 after he jumped off a cliff and was swept by strong currents; his friend tossed a rescue tube and a jet ski carried him to Maunalua Bay (where paramedics treated him, though he declined further care).

Reyn Spooner will launch an exclusive collection of aloha shirts inspired by the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force in honor of the 250th anniversary of US armed forces, set to debut just ahead of Memorial Day on May 23 — the designs offer a unique tribute to military heritage.

Honolulu police raided an illegal gambling room in Kalihi on May 8 on Kanakanui Street & seized 43 gambling devices, drugs & over $63,000 in cash and assets that will be forfeited by the state.

Police say a suspect was arrested in Nanakuli after he struck a 22-year-old man with his vehicle—officers responded near a gas station at 11:49 p.m. on Wednesday.

NOAA Fisheries returned four rehabilitated Hawaiian monk seals to the wild after emergency treatment at Ke Kai Ola — two malnourished pups from Papahanaumokuakea and two injured pups rescued near Oahu and Maui were released following care for nutritional issues and injuries.

A federal judge ruled that the Justice Department’s cuts to domestic violence programs were likely unconstitutional—this decision may lead to a review of current funding measures.

Officials said the ruling from May 15 could impact plans for domestic violence support programs.

U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono of Hawaii and Sen. Dan Sullivan of Alaska reintroduced the RTCP Revitalization Act to boost USDA funding for Hawaii farmers+ the move aims to help cover their transportation costs as the measure awaits further review in Congress.

Honolulu food reviewers shared their top pizza spots in a new series—praising favorites like Little G Café for its thin, crispy crust and noting a variety of styles from Detroit deep-dish to classic thin-crust pizzas that appeal to locals.

The series offers a guide to enjoying diverse, locally loved flavors.