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East Hawaii NewsBig Island police arrest 20 motorists for DUI week of Oct. 27 to Nov. 2
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Discussions underway for $3 billion Thirty Meter Telescope to be built on alternative site on Mauna Kea
Hawaiʻi Island Mayor Kimo Alameda expressed support for the telescope being built on the site of a former telescope believing it could meet the criteria of the Kū Kiaʻi Mauna (Guardians of the Mountain).November 8, 2025 · 5:30 AM HST
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Big Island News
November 8, 2025 · 1:30 PM
Big Island police arrest 20 motorists for DUI week of Oct. 27 to Nov. 2
There have been 770 DUI arrests so far this year compared with 813 during the same period last year, or a decrease of 5.29%. DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue island wide.
November 8, 2025 · 12:25 PM
Update: Coastal flooding likely to continue through Sunday morning
The possible flooding is due to peak monthly high tides combined with water levels that are running higher than predicted .
November 8, 2025 · 8:00 AM
UH Hilo event celebrates new, international recognition of campus palm plants
The Botanical Garden at UH Hilo is hosting a free event featuring a plant giveaway and a talk on caring for palm plants from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today.
November 8, 2025 · 5:30 AM
Discussions underway for $3 billion Thirty Meter Telescope to be built on alternative site on Mauna Kea
Hawaiʻi Island Mayor Kimo Alameda expressed support for the telescope being built on the site of a former telescope believing it could meet the criteria of the Kū Kiaʻi Mauna (Guardians of the Mountain).
November 8, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Come be part of an important turning point in the pages of Puna’s history books
Community members invited to attend the groundbreaking and blessing ceremony at 8 a.m. Nov. 10 for the new public library in Upper Puna at its location in Kea’au.
November 8, 2025 · 3:00 AM
University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo adding sea, space, pharmacy programs in plan to modernize facilities, curriculum
With $15 million in funding, UH Hilo is addressing maintenance and repairs needed to help support its growing educational and research goals.
November 8, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiian Affairs trustees OK $6.1M relief for Native Hawaiians impacted by fed gov’t shutdown
“When Hawaiians help Hawaiians, our aloha and pilina deepen,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Chairman Kaialiʻi “Kai” Kahele.
November 7, 2025 · 8:34 PM
Hirono, Democratic colleagues in US Senate introduce legislation to make fed jobs ‘SAFE’ from gov’t shutdowns
Current law does not permit agencies to conduct workforce cuts during a lapse in appropriations. This bill reaffirms and makes explicit Congress’ intent that no administration can use a shutdown as a pretext to initiate layoffs.
November 7, 2025 · 4:10 PM
Hawaiian Affairs, Hawaiian Native Corp. launch Nā ʻElele o Kahikina Congressional Fellows
This competitive fellowship sponsors up to 6 college graduates to spend up to 1 full year in Washington, D.C., gaining first-hand experience in the heart of federal policymaking and working in congressional offices, observing committees and caucuses while engaging with key community and national partners.
November 7, 2025 · 3:24 PM
Update: Nighttime military flight operations planned again between Pōhakuloa, Kona airport, Hāwī
Helicopters once again will be flying overhead for several hours after dark tonight for training above the area between the training camp in the saddle region of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and Hāwī.
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Get ready to roll: Aloha Skate Roller Draft Tournament to hit Big Island
November 6, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
80-year-old grandmother becomes oldest woman to finish Ironman World Championship in Kona
October 19, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
Big Island triathletes cross finish line at Ironman World Championship in Kona
October 11, 2025 · 10:11 PM HST
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November 6, 2025 · 7:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 6-13: Become a dancing storyteller, an adventuring astronaut or a holiday festival vendor and more
The Spooky Season is behind us, Big Island, which means it’s beg … Oh. Nope. Not going there yet. Get those bodies up and going, friends and neighbors. Let’s enjoy as much as we can with as many loved ones as possible to make as many special memories our own brains can hold. Check out the top things to do now!
November 6, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Get ready to roll: Aloha Skate Roller Draft Tournament to hit Big Island
Competitors from the mainland, Germany, Japan, and Canada will be lacing up their skates for a weekend of thrilling competition, community spirit, and island vibes.
November 1, 2025 · 11:35 AM
Results from the 27th annual ‘Ohana Shoreline Fishing Tournament
“Fishing is one of our most cherished cultural traditions, and events like this are a great way to celebrate and perpetuate this heritage while bringing together families and friends,” said Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation Director Clayton Honma.
October 31, 2025 · 8:01 PM
Last-minute haunts for Halloween 2025
There are still plenty of activities — including several haunted house attractions and events with more of an adult theme — happening yet tonight to get into some mischief, cast a few spells and show off your wicked side.
October 31, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Don’t let Halloween end in horror: Police remind all ghouls, ghosts and goblins to make safety a priority
Hawai‘i Police Department encourages all community members to look out for one another this Halloween because everyone deserves to enjoy the evening without worrying about being in a nightmare of their own.
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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
Episode 36 of the ongoing Kīlauea eruption expected in next few days
November 6, 2025 · 10:30 AM HST
Kīlauea activity intensifies, signaling imminent start of episode 36 of ongoing eruption
November 5, 2025 · 12:45 PM HST
New eruptive episode at Kīlauea approaching
November 4, 2025 · 10:01 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Update: Coastal flooding likely to continue through Sunday morning
November 8, 2025 · 12:25 PM HST
High surf advisory in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday for north shores of Big Island
November 5, 2025 · 5:11 AM HST
UH study: Intensified El Niño could reshape global temperature, rainfall patterns by end of century
November 5, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
University of Hawaiʻi’s center for microbial oceanography marks 15 years of world-class science, education
November 2, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Maui Now
Lawmakers get update on Hawaiʻi biosecurity plan, first industry partnership in development
The Senate Committee on Ways and Means received an update from the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity on efforts to bolster Hawaiʻi’s biosecurity network to protect local agriculture, people and natural resources from pests and invasive species.
Maui live fire training scheduled Nov. 10, 12, 18 and 19
The Maui Fire Department will conduct wildland live fire training on Nov. 10, 12, 18 and 19, as part of our 42nd Recruit Class. This training will be conducted in Waikapū, across from the Maui Tropical Plantation.
Maui Humane Society CEO to speak at Rotary Satellite Club in Kīhei, Nov. 11
The Rotary Satellite Club of Kīhei-Wailea will host Nikki Russell, chief executive officer of the Maui Humane Society, as its featured speaker on Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Island Health, 2439 S. Kīhei Road.
Hawaiʻi State FCU donates $50K to support food banks amid federal shutdown, SNAP reductions
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union announced that it will donate $50,000 to support local food banks and pantries as families across the state face growing food insecurity caused by the ongoing federal government shutdown and the reduction of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
Hirono backs bill to block federal layoffs during government shutdowns
US Sen. Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaiʻi, has joined Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and several colleagues to introduce legislation that would prohibit the federal government from conducting layoffs during a government shutdown.
Kaua‘i Now
Kauai Weather Forecast for November 08, 2025
A cold front will move down the island chain through Sunday, bringing an increase in showers, especially along windward slopes. Breezy to windy…
Kauai Weather Forecast for November 08, 2025
A cold front will move down the island chain through Sunday, bringing an increase in showers, especially along windward slopes. Breezy to windy…
Kauai Surf Forecast for November 08, 2025
A moderate, short-period, north-northwest to north swell will arrive later today and help build surf heights to near High Surf Advisory thresholds…
Update: Continued higher-than-normal water levels mean coastal flooding will persist
The possible flooding is due to peak monthly high tides combined with water levels that are running higher than predicted .
11 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 8-14 on Kaua‘i state roadways
NOTE: There will be no lane closures on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday, unless permitted. Otherwise, be sure to check if any of these upcoming road closures and projects will impact your commute this coming week.
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