While portions of East Hawaii are getting rainfall, particularly during nighttime hours, the entire Big Island remains in drought.
‘Episode 25’ of Kilauea eruption begins
June 11, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
“Episode 25” of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 11:57 a.m. today, and lava fountains from the north vent soon reached heights of about 330 feet.
Free meals for keiki offered at 15 Big Island schools
June 11, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
The state Department of Education will begin offering free summer meals to children 18 and under starting Wednesday.
Report ranks Hawaii 24th for well-being of keiki
June 11, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
Hawaii’s children are increasingly affected by housing instability and parental job insecurity, ranking the state among the worst in the nation for economic well-being, according to the…
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High court mulls Nitta case
June 11, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
The Hawaii Supreme Court will consider whether contracts between the state’s largest health insurer and its health care providers and patients are enforceable.
Obituaries for June 11
June 11, 2025 | 2 MIN READ
Lindsay MacDonald Barclay, 83, of Honolulu, formerly of Volcano, died May 8 in Honolulu. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was a retired civilian auditor for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Air Force vet…
Pohoiki Boat Ramp dredging begins
June 10, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
Dredging work began today to restore access to the lava-barricaded Pohoiki Boat Ramp, eight years after an eruption of Kilauea volcano rendered the structure unusable.
Broadband bill becomes law: Measure intends to improve access to affordable, reliable high-speed internet
June 10, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke signed into law Monday a bill that moves the office responsible for improving broadband internet access statewide from the Department of Business, Economic Development and…
Gov. Green raises concerns about 19 bills
June 9, 2025 | 8 MIN READ
Gov. Josh Green may veto more bills this year than he did in each of his first two terms as the state’s chief executive, including one to regulate electric bicycles and motorcycles on Ha…
Lawmakers offer updates about recent legislative session
June 9, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
Six East Hawaii legislators, all Democrats, updated the Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce on May 29 about measures passed and progress made during the recently wrapped session of the state Leg…
Council votes to protect Parks and Rec staffers: Some are targeted in lawsuit over dead tree-trimmer
June 8, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
The Hawaii County Council on Thursday voted to indemnify against liability former Department of Parks and Recreation director Maurice Messina, former deputy director Michelle Hiraishi and four…
Kupuna from across island turn out for annual Casino Day
June 8, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
The booming voice of the Bingo caller could be heard far from Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium on Friday as excited kupuna arrived for the annual Casino Day event hosted by Hawaii…
Concerns linger over zoo fees: Dozens turn out for public hearing
June 8, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
Members of the public voiced concerns and offered suggestions during a hearing Tuesday night about proposed changes for the Pana‘ewa Recreation Center, including fees for entry to the zo…
Obituaries for June 8
June 8, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
Douglas “Doug” Kulonoehu Awai Sr., 82, of Hilo, died April 30 at home. Born in Honolulu, he was the retired owner and mason contractor for Awai Masonry, later known as Awai &So…
Hawaii’s math teaching deemed ‘unacceptable’
June 7, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
A nonpartisan national council that analyzed the quality of the nation’s math teaching found Hawaii to be one of seven states with an “unacceptable” rating for math education…
Arraignment set for alleged KTA robber
June 6, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
Probable cause has been found to try a 36-year-old Hilo man on six charges, including first-degree robbery, for allegedly threatening a store detective with a knife a week ago in the KTA Super…
Judiciary: Beware of traffic ticket text scam
June 6, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
The state Judiciary is warning the public about a scam that threatens drivers over nonexistent traffic citations.
Oahu soldier sentenced to 23 years for killing wife and staging disappearance
June 6, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
The court martial of Army Pfc. Dewayne Arthur Johnson, 29, concluded Thursday as a military judge sentenced him to 23 years in prison for killing his pregnant wife, 19-year-old Mischa Mabeline…
Crime spree suspect gets a large bail reduction
June 6, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
A suspect in multiple car thefts whom police say was shot at by a patrol officer on Wednesday saw his bail drastically reduced Thursday during his initial court appearance.
Speed limit along Mamalahoa Highway in Kona to be reduced
June 5, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
Effective Monday, the speed limit on a stretch of Mamalahoa Highway (Highway 11) in Kona will be reduced from 45 mph to 35 mph to improve safety, according to state transportation officials….
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