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Hawaii remembered Maile Gilbert’s abduction 40 years ago, which spurred the creation of the lifesaving MAILE AMBER Alert system—an alert that continues to protect the community today.

The University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Urban Garden Center in Pearl City works with The Pantry to provide fresh produce to families in need after surplus cabbage from field trials led to record support last month — the garden now plants new crops like grape tomatoes and kai choy to meet ongoing demand. Local groups have benefited from more than 30 tons of donated produce since 2019.

Honolulu police said a multi-vehicle crash blocked four lanes on H-1 eastbound just after the Kaahumanu overpass in Aiea — investigations continue to determine the cause.

The Honolulu Fire Department responded to a house fire on Karayan Street in Ewa Beach Tuesday after receiving a call at 12:18 a.m.—crews controlled the blaze by 12:29 a.m. and all residents evacuated safely.

Alex and Sarah Kawakami started Alikaleo Park to continue their family's legacy nearly a century old — the park reflects creative traditions in Hawai‘i fashion.

Alex and Sarah Kawakami launched Alikaleo Park in 2022 to continue their family legacy in Hawai‘i fashion—drawing on everyday life and island traditions—and the new clothing line has already been noticed at events like the Made in Hawai‘i Festival.

The couple expects to grow slowly while keeping creativity and quality at the forefront.

Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi discussed plans to improve the rail system and retain police officers during a recent address.

He promised to tackle these challenges as part of his ongoing effort to strengthen city management.

A new Mililani Clinic — located on Meheula Parkway at the Town Center of Mililani — is open to local residents for urgent care services.

The facility provides modern health care in a convenient location.

Dr. Lee Evslin, a Kaua‘i pediatrician who helped guide the 2018 chlorpyrifos ban, warns a 71-word provision in the upcoming House appropriations bill could bar EPA from reviewing new data on the pesticide’s risks.

He said the measure might lock in outdated rules—limiting states’ ability to update protections for children exposed to toxic chemicals.