The Hawaii County Council is set to consider a proposed $1.9 million budget amendment today that would fund the restoration of more than 11 acres of deforested land and cultural sites in Puapu…
Police arrest 19 for DUI
November 19, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
During the week of Nov. 10-16, Hawaii Island police arrested 19 motorists for DUI. Eight of the drivers were involved in a traffic crash. One was younger than 21.
Mobile Family Resource Center rolls out in Puna
November 19, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
A pilot program to provide mobile community resources was launched in Pahoa on Monday morning with the blessing of a van operated by local nonprofit Neighborhood Place of Puna.
2 unions vie to represent Alaska-Hawaiian aircraft mechanics
November 19, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
As Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines move closer to completing their $1.9 billion merger, a behind-the-scenes union battle could influence how aircraft maintenance is managed — and s…
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New directors at Public Works, DEM
November 18, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
Mayor Kimo Alameda has announced new leadership appointments at two Hawaii County departments.
Hawaii working on restoring SNAP benefits after shutdown
November 18, 2025 | 2 MIN READ
With the federal government now reopened, Hawaii officials are working to stabilize food assistance for tens of thousands of residents following weeks of shutdown-related disruptions, conflict…
SNAP uncertainty pushes more people to Big Island food drops
November 18, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
As the rain poured in Pahoa on Thursday morning, hundreds of cars filled with East Hawaii residents snaked through the Pahoa Community Center parking lots to access a free food at the fourth o…
Young Brothers is granted 25.75% rate hike
November 18, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
The state Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved a 25.75% rate increase for Young Brothers LLC, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Salary hikes for county officials questioned
November 18, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
At its meeting Monday in Hilo, the Hawaii County Salary Commission received some public pushback on a proposed 15.29% pay hike for the county’s top officials.
DOT plans speed reductions on Highway 19
November 17, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
The Hawaii Department of Transportation announces the planned reduction of the speed limit in four different areas on Hawaii Belt Road (Highway 19), according to a press release.
Young Brothers is granted 25.75% rate hike
November 17, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
The state Public Utilities Commission has unanimously approved a 25.75% rate increase for Young Brothers LLC, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Travel firms urge increase in state marketing as visitor numbers slip
November 17, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
Major U.S. travel companies are urging Gov. Josh Green and Hawaii tourism officials to ramp up marketing efforts, warning the state is losing ground to global competitors with aggressive campa…
Native Hawaiians are seated on military land panel
November 16, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
An advisory council comprised mostly of Native Hawaiians will help Gov. Josh Green address Army leases on Oahu and Hawaii Island that are set to expire in 2029.
Construction of Hilo roundabout to start in ’27
November 16, 2025 | 2 MIN READ
The intersection of Bayfront Highway, Kamehameha Avenue and Waianuenue Avenue in Hilo is set for a $22 million redesign that includes a roundabout, with construction expected to begin in 2027….
Ka‘u student group seeks to minimize waste through composting, recycling
November 16, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
A student-led zero-waste initiative in Ka‘u has kept more than 20,000 pounds of waste out of the West Hawaii landfill since the 2024 start of their grant-supported efforts in trash separ…
Police arrest 5 at old Hilo Hotel
November 16, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
Police arrested five individuals Friday morning following a multi-agency search warrant at the old Hilo Hotel on Kinoole Street, directly across from Kalakaua Park in downtown Hilo.
Bill aims to give kupuna farmers property tax relief
November 16, 2025 | 2 MIN READ
Two Hawaii County Council members are proposing a measure that would give longtime kupuna farmers a break on property tax increases after they retire from agricultural work.
Hawaii lawmakers, advocates defend mail-in voting
November 15, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
State lawmakers and voting-rights advocates gathered at the state Capitol on Thursday to oppose a recent recommendation from the Hawaii Elections Commission to eliminate universal mail-…
Moku ‘Ola (Coconut Island) closed after footbridge collapse
November 15, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
Moku ‘Ola (Coconut Island) Park is closed until further notice following a partial collapse Friday of the pedestrian bridge leading to the island, according to the Hawaii Police Departme…
Coast Guard monitors Russian spy ship near Big Island
November 14, 2025 | 1 MIN READ
U.S. Coast Guard officials said they are monitoring a Russian naval intelligence ship that has been lingering just outside U.S. territorial waters close to the Hawaiian Islands for at least tw…
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