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HECO proposes backup power rebate program

October 25, 2025 | 3 MIN READ

The state’s largest electric utility wants to subsidize generator and battery purchases by businesses and certain residential customers funded by a surcharge on all ratepayers.

Alaska Air profits sag as integration with Hawaiian Airlines progresses

October 25, 2025 | 4 MIN READ

Hawaiian Airlines sapped some of the profit of parent company Alaska Air Group in the third quarter, but performed relatively well as integration between Hawaiian and Alaska Airlines progresse…

One killed, six others seriously hurt in crash on Daniel K. Inouye Highway

October 24, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

A two-vehicle collision Thursday afternoon on the Daniel K. Inouye Highway left one woman dead and six others seriously injured, including a 3-week-old infant and the driver suspected of causi…

Town hall meeting to discuss Hwy 130 projects

October 24, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

State Sen. Joy San Buenaventura of Puna (Senate District 2) on Sunday is hosting a town hall meeting alongside fellow area legislators.

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Red Flag Warning issued for much of the Big Island

October 24, 2025 | 2 MIN READ

The National Weather Service on Thursday issued a Red Flag Warning for large sections of the Big Island.

Police investigate suspicious brush fires in Kona

October 23, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

Police are investigating several brush fires that occurred this morning in West Hawaii.

UPDATE: Hawaiian Electric could shut off power in areas with high fire risk

October 23, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

UPDATED 2:10 p.m.

UPDATE: Person missing after fatal Hilo hotel fire has been located

October 23, 2025 | 2 MIN READ

UPDATED 1:40 p.m.

Hilo park closed for termite fumigation

October 23, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

Gilbert Carvalho Park in Hilo will be closed today and Friday for termite fumigation of the park’s gymnasium, according to Hawaii County.

Forecasters issue fire weather watch for Hawaii due to low humidity, high winds

October 23, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

The National Weather Service has issued a fire weather watch for all Hawaii islands from Friday morning through Saturday afternoon as high winds, dry brush and low humidity increase the threat…

Progress made in effort to restore Ka‘u estuary

October 23, 2025 | 4 MIN READ

A draft environmental assessment filed with the state Office of Planning and Sustainable Development in September advances Ka‘u wetland restoration that has been almost 20 years in the m…

State admits Pohoiki Boat Ramp dredging effort has failed

October 23, 2025 | 5 MIN READ

Despite months of dredging work to reopen the Pohoiki Boat Ramp, the entrance channel has again filled with volcanic debris and sand, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources confirm…

Three opossums caught at harbors in Honolulu, Hilo

October 22, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

Two live opossums were captured Tuesday at two separate locations at Honolulu Harbor. Another opossum was also captured in Hilo last month.

YWCA faces funding shortfall for Sexual Assault Support Services

October 22, 2025 | 4 MIN READ

YWCA of Hawaii Island’s Sexual Assault Support Services is facing a potential loss of $100,000 in annual funding because of constraints on federal grants.

Kamehameha Schools has taught Native Hawaiians since 1887. Is that discrimination?

October 22, 2025 | 8 MIN READ

The Kamehameha Schools, established with a bequest from a Hawaiian princess in 1887, is among the most elite private educational institutions in Hawaii. Its central mission, to serve Native Ha…

DOH shuts down Hilo eatery due to food safety violations

October 21, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

The state Department of Health has issued a red “closed” placard and immediately shut down White Guava Cafe in Hilo “due to a roach infestation and multiple critical food saf…

Commission to discuss search for next Hawaii County police chief

October 21, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

With a mid-April deadline in sight, the Hawaii County Police Commission is ramping up efforts to select the island’s next police chief — and fast.

Renovations underway at Kings’ Shops

October 21, 2025 | 1 MIN READ

Kings’ Shops at Waikoloa Beach Resort began a multi-phase renovation in July, with work expected to be completed by winter 2025.

Aerial search conducted in Kona for invasive beetles

October 21, 2025 | 2 MIN READ

No coconut rhinoceros beetles have been detected in East Hawaii, but surveillance efforts are ramping up as the invasive pest remains active in West Hawaii.

Grants available for Hawaii nonprofits affected by funding cuts

October 21, 2025 | 3 MIN READ

The state Legislature’s evaluation committee for Act 310 — Senate Bill 933 — has officially opened the application process for $50 million in nonprofit grants, offering relie…

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“Hawaiian Electric (HECO) proposes backup power rebate program.”

Views expressed in this Hawaii Island News update are those of the reporters and correspondents. Accessed on 25 October 2025, 1549 UTC.

Content and Source: “Hawaii Tribune-Herald.”

URL–https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/category/hawaii-news/

Please check URL or scroll down to read your selections. Thanks for joining us today.

Russ Roberts (https://hawaiinewsjournal.com).

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HECO proposes backup power rebate program

Alaska Air profits sag as integration with Hawaiian Airlines progresses

One killed, six others seriously hurt in crash on Daniel K. Inouye Highway

Town hall meeting to discuss Hwy 130 projects

More Hawaii News Articles

Red Flag Warning issued for much of the Big Island

Police investigate suspicious brush fires in Kona

UPDATE: Hawaiian Electric could shut off power in areas with high fire risk