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Teachers at Hilo public charter school put on administrative leave after raising concerns about contract breaches
The principal at Connections Public Charter School in Hilo said the teachers violated their own contract agreement. The teachers distributed flyers outlining their concerns before the start of a school day.June 8, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
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June 8, 2025 · 11:30 AM
New humpback whale film reveals epic journey, urgent science on World Ocean Day
Celebrate World Ocean Day with “In the Wake of Whales,” a free video that dives into the captivating world of humpback whale migration and gives insights into the whales’ journey to Hawaiʻi.
June 8, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Teachers at Hilo public charter school put on administrative leave after raising concerns about contract breaches
The principal at Connections Public Charter School in Hilo said the teachers violated their own contract agreement. The teachers distributed flyers outlining their concerns before the start of a school day.
June 8, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Winners announced for 7th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster contest on Big Island
More than 200 students from Hawai‘i Island’s public, charter, private and home schools displayed their water conservation knowledge and creativity by entering the 7th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest.
June 8, 2025 · 1:00 AM
New Hawaiʻi law protects earnings, exploitation of child performers
Gov. Josh Green signed a new law on Wednesday that requires parents to set aside part of their child’s entertainment income in a trust, a move aimed at preventing financial exploitation of young performers.
June 7, 2025 · 11:00 AM
Volcano Watch: What fans the flames observed at volcanic vents?
Recently, something has been observed “dancing” above the active eruptive vents inside Halemaʻumaʻu…Hydrogen flames!
June 7, 2025 · 5:00 AM
ACLU of Hawai‘i asks county leaders not to collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement
The ACLU of Hawaiʻi is investigating concerns about how Immigration and Customs Enforcement warrants are executed, potential use of excessive force, and other violations of law.
June 7, 2025 · 3:00 AM
State legislature designates September as Hawaiian History Month
The measure honors the enduring legacy of Queen Liliʻuokalani and recognizes the many contributions of the Native Hawaiian community to Hawaiʻi’s past, present and future.
June 6, 2025 · 6:29 PM
Hawaiʻi State Legislature passed 320 bills; Gov. Green intends to veto 19 of them
Green is not required to veto every bill indicated on the Intent-to-Veto list, but he cannot veto a bill that is not included and he has until July 9 to issue final vetoes.
June 6, 2025 · 5:03 PM
Update: High surf advisory cancelled for the south shores of Hawaiʻi Island today
Above average surf will continue along south facing shores, but will remain below advisory thresholds.
June 6, 2025 · 2:00 PM
VIDEO: Dangers at China Walls and Spitting Caves shown on dramatic state footage
The dangers of jumping into the water in the Spitting Caves and China Walls area on O’ahu also can apply to other similar areas around the Hawaiian islands.
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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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June 8, 2025 · 1:00 AM
New Hawaiʻi law protects earnings, exploitation of child performers
Gov. Josh Green signed a new law on Wednesday that requires parents to set aside part of their child’s entertainment income in a trust, a move aimed at preventing financial exploitation of young performers.
June 5, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 5-12: King Kamehameha and World Ocean day celebrations, Holy Ghost Feast, HI-larious Improv and more
Whether you love comedy, the ocean, samba or celebrating Kamehameha the Great, there is plenty of things to do this week on Hawaiʻi Island.
June 4, 2025 · 5:09 AM
Hawai‘i County mayor proclaims June 3, 2025, Maia Keahola Day for 8-year-old star in ‘Lilo & Stitch’
Maia Keahola of Kona is just getting started. She already filmed another movie, “The Wrecking Crew,” with stars Jason Mamoa and Morena Baccarin.
May 29, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 30-June 5: Kaʻū Coffee Festival, Justin Morris & Company, Hilo Pride Kick-Off Party and more
What’s on the agenda for the upcoming weekend and next week? Well, there’s art exhibits, concerts, workshops, festivals and a lot more. Check out this week’s top 10 now!
May 26, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Best of jazz and blues coming to Hawaiʻi Island stage
The Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival will have an incredible lineup including Chicago’s Steve Freund, New Orleans’ Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes and Hawaiʻi Island’s John Keawe and Larry Dupio.
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Big Island Now poll results: County garage is answer to downtown Kona’s parking woes
June 1, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
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
Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: What fans the flames observed at volcanic vents?
June 7, 2025 · 11:00 AM HST
Get ready for another lava show: Kīlauea Episode 24 expected to begin today or tomorrow
June 3, 2025 · 2:02 PM HST
Chemical substance detected in sample at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park water system
June 2, 2025 · 11:23 AM HST
Ocean Blog
VIDEO: Dangers at China Walls and Spitting Caves shown on dramatic state footage
June 6, 2025 · 2:00 PM HST
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
Maui Now
UH supercomputer study shows coral can’t flee warming, but urgent action can still protect them
Coral reefs are creeping away from the tropics in response to warming oceans, but the pace is too slow to beat the heat and escape impacts of climate change, according to a breakthrough study published June 6 in “Science Advances”.
Volcano Watch: What fans the flames observed at volcanic vents?
Recently, something has been observed “dancing” above the active eruptive vents inside Halemaʻumaʻu…Hydrogen flames!
New law officially designates September as Hawaiian History Month in Hawaiʻi
The enactment of Act 167 designates September as Hawaiian History Month in the State of Hawaiʻi, a long-fought victory for Native Hawaiian advocates.
Recent drownings in Wailea put spotlight on Maui’s longtime issue of too many unguarded beaches
Lifeguards have extended hours this year, but with only 12 towers on Maui, dozens of beaches still don’t have protection.
King Kamehameha III Elementary receives $25,000 donation for classroom supplies
Still rebuilding in the wake of the August 2023 wildfires, King Kamehameha III Elementary School has received a $25,000 gift of essential classroom supplies from Subaru Hawaiʻi in partnership with the national nonprofit AdoptAClassroom.org. “We are honored to give back in a small way to the rebuilding efforts in Lahaina,” said Lance Ichimura, senior vice […]
Kaua‘i Now
Fellowship program enables visionary leaders for Hawaiʻi to emerge from all sectors
Trailblazers can apply for the 10th Omidyar Fellows program, an immersive leadership experience that enables Fellows to lead with purpose, mobilize communities, and amplify positive change throughout Hawai‘i
Postal Service is hosting open houses in Kauaʻi this month
Postmasters and supervisors will offer guidance on applying for the Postal Service, which is working to modernize its network and improve services across all mail.
VIDEO: Dangers at China Walls and Spitting Caves shown on dramatic state footage
The dangers of jumping into the water in the Spitting Caves and China Walls area on O’ahu also can apply to other similar areas around the Hawaiian islands.
Kauai Weather Forecast for June 08, 2025
Light to moderate trade winds will persist during the next few days, becoming more easterly on Monday and Tuesday. Pockets of moisture moving along the…
Kauai Surf Forecast for June 08, 2025
The current south southwest (200 degree) swell will bring large breaking surf to all south facing shores through the day Sunday, then gradually decline…
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