Good morning, Honolulu.

A letter says that local rules keep Hawaii surf spots safe and orderly—local surfers help manage the waves and prevent overcrowding by tourists and other surfers.

The letter warns that without local oversight, the balance at our surf spots can be lost.

Families celebrated Halloween on the HART Skyline on Sunday, October 26th as five stations offered treats, dancing, live music, and free HOLO Cards—organizers said the event provided a safe trick-or-treating ride for Honolulu residents.

Thousands attended a farewell concert in the lower Halawa parking lot Saturday at 10 p.m., marking the final celebration at Aloha Stadium—an icon for nearly five decades that hosted sports and concerts.

The stadium will be demolished and replaced by a new 22,500-seat venue scheduled to open in 2029.

Nick Kuchar Art & Vintage opened a new Waikiki location at Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa on Oct 26—its original store in Kailua will celebrate its fifth anniversary in November.

Beloved vendor Korri Kamaka died on October 20th after a hit and run while riding his electric bike home from work—friends at Lokahi Kailua Market left flowers and notes to remember him and demand justice.

State officials reported the first 381 unemployment insurance claims from idled or unpaid workers—an early sign that the federal shutdown is straining Hawaii families.

Volunteers at a local food bank in Kalihi are now sorting food to help 700 needy clients cope with the rising demand.

Hawaii’s home-care providers will gain a new platform for collaboration and advocacy as the Home Care Association of America launches its first statewide chapter next week—an effort meant to unite local services and strengthen patient care.

The Hawaii Food and Wine Festival is underway at the Royal Lahaina Resort and will travel to Oahu on Thursday to showcase tea culture through food.

Guests will join a Matcha Chai Brunch with executive chef Colin Sato and five other chefs at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach resort and Spa on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—tickets are limited.

The University of Hawaii basketball team rallied for a 93-77 exhibition win over Chaminade at Bankoh Arena in Honolulu on Oct.

26 — strong plays from both starters and the bench helped build an early lead that secured the victory.

A downtown Honolulu eatery is serving a limited-time treat for UH football fans who support the team.

The offer is available at 500 Ala Moana Blvd. #2-200 — it will end when supplies run out.

On Sunday, Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw four touchdowns against the Falcons in Week 8 of the NFL—his performance stands out as a key highlight for Hawaii players this season.