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Speed to be reduced in 4 areas on Hawai‘i Belt Road
The new speed limits will be effective when sign installations are complete.
ActivitiesHawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel partner for holiday rice drive, recipe contest
CommunityUPDATE: Water main break repairs completed in Āhualoa-Paʻauilo Mauka area
Traditional Hawaiian fishponds show resiliency to climate change, study shows
Researchers from the university’s Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology discovered that indigenous aquaculture systems effectively shield fish populations from the negative impacts of climate change, demonstrating resilience and bolstering local food security.November 18, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
NewsDrivers reminded of legal duty to protect first responders on Hawaiʻi roads
NewsSouth Kohala Officer Kiley Loo named Officer of the Quarter for traffic safety efforts
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Winter weather advisory coming to Big Island summits
Kona Community Hospital nationally recognized for quality stroke care
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia crews arrive in New Zealand for 6-month stay
UH study finds Hawaiian pilot whales eat 416 million squid a year to power deep dives
Trump administration removes most coffee products from reciprocal tariffs
Crowds explore programs, labs, and housing during UH Mānoaʻs largest open house
Renewed activity on Kīlauea signals another lava show is likely next week
Hawaiʻi County awards more than $386K in Impact Grants
13 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 15-21 on Big Island state roadways
New Farm to Families initiative aims to feed local families, strengthen food security…
Police renew request for info about fisherman who disappeared 7 months ago
5 people arrested on multitude of charges during sweep of old Hilo Hotel in downtown Hilo
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Big Island News
November 18, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Hawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel partner for holiday rice drive, recipe contest
Employees donate rice for local food banks; holiday recipe contest celebrates cooking with local ingredients
November 18, 2025 · 12:08 PM
UPDATE: Water main break repairs completed in Āhualoa-Paʻauilo Mauka area
Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply also reports that water service has been restored to all affected customers.
November 18, 2025 · 11:00 AM
Drivers reminded of legal duty to protect first responders on Hawaiʻi roads
As National Crash Responders Safety Week kicks off, the Hawaiʻi Police Department urges drivers to adhere to the “Move Over Law” to protect emergency personnel on the roads.
November 18, 2025 · 10:00 AM
South Kohala Officer Kiley Loo named Officer of the Quarter for traffic safety efforts
Officer Kiley Loo of the South Kohala Patrol has been honored as the Officer of the Quarter for Q3 2025 by the Hawaiʻi Island Safety and Security Professionals Association.
November 18, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Traditional Hawaiian fishponds show resiliency to climate change, study shows
Researchers from the university’s Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology discovered that indigenous aquaculture systems effectively shield fish populations from the negative impacts of climate change, demonstrating resilience and bolstering local food security.
November 18, 2025 · 3:00 AM
New study uncovers intricate vocal behavior of Hawaiian monk seals
Researchers have found 25 distinct underwater calls that suggest complex communication strategies previously unknown in any seal species.
November 18, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Speed to be reduced in 4 areas on Hawai‘i Belt Road
The new speed limits will be effective when sign installations are complete.
November 17, 2025 · 5:56 PM
Mayor Alameda appoints new directors for Environmental Management, Public Works departments
Daniel Girvan replaces Wesley Segawa as director of the Department of Environmental Management, with Segawa becoming director of the Department of Public Works.
November 17, 2025 · 2:12 PM
Winter weather advisory coming to Big Island summits
Snow accumulations up to 4 inches are expected.
November 17, 2025 · 2:00 PM
Rate increase for Hawai‘i shipping company starts in January
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved a 25.75% rate increase for the limited liability company, Young Brothers, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
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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 18, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Hawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel partner for holiday rice drive, recipe contest
Employees donate rice for local food banks; holiday recipe contest celebrates cooking with local ingredients
November 14, 2025 · 2:40 PM
Vulcans down Lions, advance to men’s soccer PacWest Championship title match
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo men’s soccer takes on defending two-time Pacific West Conference champion Point Loma on Saturday at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, Calif., with hopes of winning its first PacWest conference title.
November 14, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia welcomed to Aotearoa, their latest stop on Moananuiākea Voyage
The canoes and their crews were greeted Thursday (Nov. 13) with a pōwhiri, or sacred formal Māori ceremony that was expected to celebrate for hours; following a little more than week of public engagements, the waʻa will take 6 months off to wait out South Pacific hurricane season before continuing their voyage.
November 13, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 14-20: Surfboard slasher, cosmic convergence, magical evening and ‘Inspecting Carol’
We’ve said it before and will likely say it again, but when you read the headline on this week’s Top 10 things to do on the Big Island and don’t think diverse, unique or even a little quirky, maybe even a “Huh?”, we’d really like to know where you live.
November 13, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Kahilu Theatre celebrates Hawaiian heritage with 23rd annual ʻUkulele & Slack Key Festival
Celebrate the rich heritage of Waimea’s kī hō‘alu roots at Kahilu Theatre’s 23rd annual ʻUkulele and Slack Key Guitar Festival, featuring concerts, workshops and a vibrant Mākeke Vendor Market.
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Big Island Polls
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: Catching up on Kīlauea; 36 episodes and counting
November 14, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
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
Ocean Blog
Police renew request for info about fisherman who disappeared 7 months ago
November 15, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia welcomed to Aotearoa, their latest stop on Moananuiākea Voyage
November 14, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Four legendary ocean athletes inducted into Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame
November 10, 2025 · 8:00 AM HST
Update: Coastal flooding likely to continue through Sunday morning
November 8, 2025 · 12:25 PM HST
Maui Now
Maui Water Department begins initial planning for West Maui desalination plant
The Maui County Department of Water Supply is taking the first steps toward developing its first publicly owned desalination facility in West Maui. The project would extend the arid region’s water resources beyond current ground and surface water limitations that currently force the department to cope with a Stage 2 water shortage. With a desalination […]
MEDB seeks applicants for Ke Alahele Education Grant
Maui Economic Development Board is seeking applications from educators and students for its Ke Alahele Education Grant. Thanks to the generosity of over 350 Ke Alahele supporters at MEDB’s August fundraising dinner and auction, MEDB expects to give awards of approximately $3,000 on average in the spring 2026 semester.
Choice Health Bar in Wailea, Grand Opening this Saturday
Choice Healthy Kitchen + Juice Bar, formerly known as Choice Health Bar, has officially opened its newest location at Wailea Village Shopping Center, marking the beloved Maui-born brand’s fourth restaurant on the island.
Maui County Farm Bureau announces new Board leadership
Maui County Farm Bureau welcomes Jayson Watts as incoming president for the Board of Directors for the 2025-’26 term. Former President Kyle Caires moves into the vice president position, and a full slate of experienced board members fill the remaining positions.
University of Hawaiʻi Maui College hosts Thanksgiving Pie Sale
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College’s talented baking students, under the tutelage of Pastry Chef Instructor Hannah Stanchfield, will be selling Thanksgiving pies again this year.
Kaua‘i Now
UPDATE: Lane, road closures for Akemāmā Road in Lāwaʻi now scheduled a week later
Road work and closures, weather permitting, are now slated for Nov. 24 to Dec. 5; the project was pushed back from its original schedule this week because of inclement weather.
OHA urges inclusion in decisions regarding military leases on public land
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is calling on national leadership to include Native Hawaiian voices in negotiations regarding expiring military leases on Hawaiʻi public lands.
Kauai Weather Forecast for November 18, 2025
An upper level low southwest of the islands will pull moisture over the eastern half of the state through Tuesday. This feature, along with a developing…
Kauai Weather Forecast for November 18, 2025
An upper level low southwest of the islands will pull moisture over the eastern half of the state through Tuesday. This feature, along with a developing…
Kauai Surf Forecast for November 18, 2025
Overlapping NW to NNW swells the rest of this week will keep surf heights boosted along exposed N and W facing shores. A pair of small to moderate, long…
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