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ROD fight continues: Experts hope to limit spread by preventing injuries to trees
While the fight against Rapid ‘Ohi‘a Death continues throughout Hawaii, scientists have shifted their focus to managing ungulates and other invasive species.
UH observatory the first to go: Hoku Kea removed from Maunakea; CSO will be next
The Hoku Kea Observatory, the University of Hawaii’s educational telescope on Maunakea, is no more.
Court rejects access road claim: Justices rule DOT erred when it designated thoroughfare to Maunakea a state highway
The Hawaii Supreme Court on Thursday ruled the state Department of Transportation’s 2018 designation of Maunakea Access Road as a public highway “took almost all property rights” from the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.
Isle inspiration: Collaboration results in song, video, airport murals
A collaborative multimedia art project has become a launching pad for promoting Hawaii Island as a destination to inspire artists, not just as a place to take a vacation.
Governor signs bills benefiting condominium residents, owners
Gov. Josh Green on Thursday signed into law a package of bills benefiting condominium owners, associations and residents — another component of Green’s commitment to addressing statewide housing challenges.
Maui firefighter charged with sex assault of minor has a history of domestic violence
A battalion chief with the Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety charged with continuous sexual assault of a girl under age 14 has a history of domestic violence, according to state court records.
Schatz visits HVNP, discusses funding
Long-deferred maintenance projects are finally underway at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park after an infusion of millions of dollars in federal funds.
Plaintiffs, Boy Scouts settle wrongful death case
A civil lawsuit filed by the family of an 11-year-old Boy Scout killed in 2023 by a rifle bullet at Camp Honokaia near Honokaa has been settled.
Hilo man arrested, charged with assault
Police have arrested and charged a 32-year-old Hilo man for assault for allegedly severely beating a 62-year-old Hilo man.
Pearl Harbor attack survivor Herb Elfring dies at 102
Pearl Harbor attack survivor Herbert Elfring died Saturday in Michigan at age 102.
Hawaiian Electric will use outages to prevent wildfires
Hawaiian Electric could cut power to nearly 20,000 West Hawaii customers to prevent wildfires this summer.
Kupuna win some, lose some at Casino Day
Seniors from across the island came to Hilo on Wednesday to try their luck at Casino Day.
Study: Food insecurity is widespread in Hawaii
More than 40% of Big Island households didn’t know where their next meal would come from in 2023, according to a study by the Hawaii Foodbank.
Accused Big Isle drug trafficker was deported 4 times
A Mexican national deported from the United States four times is charged with using an assault rifle while dealing methamphetamine and heroin on Hawaii Island.
Hawaii bills address two very different uses for AI
Hawaii is preparing for the advent of artificial intelligence through a pair of proposed laws on the verge of passage.
Green signs bills aimed at easing the housing affordability crisis
Gov. Josh Green on Tuesday signed six bills into law intended to address the state’s lack of affordable housing for Hawaii’s working-class families.
A source of koa for canoe-builders
A 1,200-acre koa forest in Ka‘u is almost ready to be harvested for the first time in nearly two decades.
Memorial Day speakers stress patriotism, service before self
Patriotism and service were overarching themes Monday during the Memorial Day commemoration at East Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No. 2.
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