A suspected arson fire in Waianae, Oahu, early March 3, 2026, caused no injuries but led to an ongoing investigation.

American Idol's Season 24 premiere features 30 contestants performing in Hawaii's new Ohana Round, with 10 eliminated after voting by contestants, guests, and industry judges.

USGS updated VONA alerts for faster aviation safety, with Kīlauea at WATCH/ORANGE, no active eruption, but possible new activity March 10–15.

A 72-year-old Edmonton woman died in a Waikiki apartment chute in Feb 2025; her family disputes police suicide ruling and demands a reopened investigation.

Daylight saving time starts March 10, 2026, with clocks springing forward one hour in most U.S. states.

A 2026 survey finds housing costs drive most moves, with Gen Z most affected and Florida, Georgia, and Minnesota least affordable.

Hawaii's governor proposes freezing future income tax cuts to save $1.8 billion for essential services.

Neiman Marcus Honolulu store to close by late May 2026 as part of Saks Global’s retail streamlining.

A vaccinated adult visitor to Oahu contracted measles after exposure at multiple locations, including the airport, prompting health warnings for unvaccinated individuals.

Netflix’s *Untamed* Season 2 begins filming in Hawaii, starring Eric Bana as a park agent solving a mysterious death amid cultural and environmental tensions.