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CommunityHawaiʻi Island community police invite keiki to perform musical skills in new showcase
NewsNo injuries reported after unexploded grenade found on Ali‘i Drive
Hawai‘i County Council passes first reading of FY 2025-2026 budget
This proposed balanced budget for fiscal year 2025-26 represents a 3.5% increase over last year’s budget.May 23, 2025 · 9:17 AM HST
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May 23, 2025 · 10:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Island community police invite keiki to perform musical skills in new showcase
Aspiring musicians are encouraged to register for the inaugural HI-PAL Youth Music Showcase by July 1 before the performances on Saturday, Aug. 1 in Kailua-Kona.
May 23, 2025 · 9:57 AM
No injuries reported after unexploded grenade found on Ali‘i Drive
After a thorough assessment, Hawai‘i Police Department’s bomb technician determined that the grenade didn’t have an explosive charge or fuse.
May 23, 2025 · 9:17 AM
Hawai‘i County Council passes first reading of FY 2025-2026 budget
This proposed balanced budget for fiscal year 2025-26 represents a 3.5% increase over last year’s budget.
May 23, 2025 · 8:03 AM
Traffic crash on Highway 11 in Kona causing backups; avoid the area
Hawai‘i Island police have established a detour for the next hour where there is a contraflow of traffic on the highway between Kalele Street and King Kamehameha III Highway.
May 23, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Hawaiʻi leads coalition to halt Trump’s Department of Education cuts
A U.S. District Court blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to dismantle the Department of Education that would eliminate 50% of workforce.
May 22, 2025 · 10:20 PM
Kona restaurant shut down due to cockroach infestation and other health code violations
Health code violations were discovered during a routine inspection visit by the Department of Health.
May 22, 2025 · 10:18 PM
Police seek 13-year old endangered runaway
Hawaiʻi Island police seek Brieslee Bello, 13, last seen in the area of Kumula Street in Pepeʻekeo at 4:30 p.m. today.
May 22, 2025 · 3:00 PM
Temporary traffic pattern planned for Banyan Drive in Hilo Saturday
The Hōkūleʻa Hoʻolaulea will close Lihiwai Street from Kamehameha Avenue to Banyan Drive, and a one-way traffic pattern will be in place on the portion of Banyan Drive adjacent to Liliʻuokalani Gardens from 6 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, May 24.
May 22, 2025 · 11:00 AM
Renewable energy plant on Big Island files lawsuit against Hawaiian Electric
Hu Honua, which owns a renewable, dispatchable firm energy biomass power plant in Pepe‘ekeo since 2008, is seeking a jury trial in the district court.
May 22, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Science educator at Hilo Intermediate School to be inducted into National Teacher Hall of Fame
Dr. Pascale Creek Pinner makes history as the first female teacher from Hawaiʻi to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame, after a remarkable 37-year career fostering a love for science and learning in thousands of students.
What is the solution to the parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in downtown Kailua-Kona?
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Merrie Monarch competition photo gallery: Hula kahiko and hula ʻauana
April 28, 2025 · 4:58 AM HST
O‘ahu hālau wins overall at Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
April 27, 2025 · 1:22 AM HST
Photo Gallery: Thousands watch Merrie Monarch Royal Parade in downtown Hilo
April 26, 2025 · 5:41 PM HST
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May 22, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 23-29: Hōkūleʻa Hoʻolauleʻa, 21st annual Celebration of Life and more
It’s a Memorial Day Weekend full of culture and remembrance on the Big Island. There’s a comedy show, guacamole contest and even a showing of the silent movie that started it all at the Palace Theater in downtown Hilo 100 years ago coming up this week, too. Check out the top 10 now!
May 15, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 16-22: Kahuku Kōnane Challenge, Robert Cazimero live, World Bee Day, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and more
We know it’s graduation season, so a lot of you will soon be busy celebrating the success of a newly minted high school grad or fresh college degree holder in the family with every ouce of pomp and circumstance you can muster. So how about treating your grad to a new experience or special event as part of your gift in honor of them reaching a major milestone.
May 9, 2025 · 2:48 PM
It’s all about Mom: Mother’s Day events happening around the Big Island
From brunches to concerts, shopping opportunities and even singing telegrams plus an aerial arts pop-up class, there should be something to do that will have Mom calling all her friends later to brag about her awesome family.
May 8, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 9-15: Pō & the 4Fathers, ‘The Life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō,’ Hilo Chocolate Festival and more
No matter what you do with Mom, Grandma, Sis, Aunty or the other special mothers in your life to show them how much you appreciate them, we’re sure they will enjoy the gesture. So think about trying out something different this year by giving them a new experience.
May 3, 2025 · 11:34 AM
Hawai‘i Keiki Museum offers ‘science fueled fun’ at no charge all day for entire family
Nonprofit that connects children to Hawai‘i Island through hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math offering fee-free day as part of Waikōloa Lei Day Festival; several upcoming summer events, activities and workshops planned, too.
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Big Island Polls
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
May 18, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
April 19, 2025 · 1:55 AM HST
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Update: Kīlauea turns in bit of overtime before abruptly clocking out to end Episode 22
May 16, 2025 · 5:03 PM HST
Volcano Watch: What lurks beneath; learning from lava ooze outs
May 16, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Update: Lava fountains make a short, special appearance for Mother’s Day
May 11, 2025 · 2:36 PM HST
Ocean Blog
Come to Honokōhau Harbor to help U.S. Coast Guard kick off National Safe Boating Week
May 17, 2025 · 8:58 AM HST
2025 Central Pacific hurricane season outlook calls for 1 to 4 tropical cyclones
May 15, 2025 · 5:08 PM HST
U.S. Coast Guard medevacs captain from fishing vessel offshore East Hawai‘i
May 10, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Vessel seized for alleged illegal longline fishing in state territorial sea off Big Island
May 8, 2025 · 5:37 PM HST
Maui Now
Hirono joins in introducing bipartisan resolution recognizing National Wildfire Preparedness Month
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) joined in introducing a bipartisan, bicameral resolution designating May as “National Wildfire Preparedness Month.” The introduction of this resolution comes as recovery efforts continue following the devastating Lahaina wildfires in 2023 and the Los Angeles fires earlier this year.
Spectra Fest Lahaina 2025 to celebrate Maui arts, culture and community, June 9-13
Spectra Fest—a movement that brings together artists, musicians, filmmakers, educators, and local businesses to inspire creativity, foster economic growth, and strengthen community connections—takes place June 9-13 in support of the community of Lahaina, Maui. The event includes Lahaina Intermediate School murals with Hawaii Walls, educational workshops for the community by CreativeMornings, a free film screening by HIFF, an urban makers market by Art + Flea, live music curated by TheBrewz and more.
In yearlong wait for vote on short-term rental ban, Maui condo sales, prices have dropped significantly
The median price for Maui condos has dropped almost 25%, from a whopping $962,500 in April 2024 before the proposed short-term rental ban to $727,000 in April of this year.
Hawaiʻi Employers Council launches leadership academy for director-level professionals
The Hawaiʻi Employers Council has announced the launch of its inaugural Hawaiʻi Leadership Academy, a new leadership development program tailored for director-level and senior professionals across industries.
MEO accepts H-HEAP utility credit applications June 1-30 countywide
The annual Hawaiʻi Home Energy Assistance Program (H-HEAP), which offers credits on utility bills for income-qualifying households, will accept applications between June 1 and June 30 at Maui Economic Opportunity offices in Wailuku, Hāna, Lānaʻi City and Kaunakakai, Molokaʻi.
Kaua‘i Now
Lawsuit challenges Trump order that opens protected marine monument to commercial fishing
Conservation groups and cultural practitioners are challenging President Trump’s April 17 proclamation that would allow U.S.-flagged vessels to fish commercially in the commercially protected Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument.
Keiki summer program explores animal husbandry, gardening and life skills
The Kauaʻi Animal Education Farm is hosting six weeks of a Summer Enrichment Program in Kapaʻa offers for children aged 8-14 to learn new skills and make friends.
Hilo teacher to be the first woman from Hawaiʻi inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame
Dr. Pascale Creek Pinner will be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame next month, after a remarkable 37-year career at Hilo Intermediate School. dedicated to fostering a love for science among thousands of students.
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 23, 2025
An upper low near the state will bring a slight chance of thunderstorms through Friday. High pressure to the north will drive breezy trade winds and mostly…
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 23, 2025
An upper low near the state will bring a slight chance of thunderstorms through Friday. High pressure to the north will drive breezy trade winds and mostly…
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