Facilities authority moves to speed classroom builds
January 10, 2026 | 7 MIN READ
As public agencies nationwide look to technology to streamline operations and rein in costs, the Hawaii School Facilities Authority is betting that software — not bricks and mortar &mdas…
Puna man faces firearms, drug charges
January 9, 2026 | 1 MIN READ
A 41-year-old Hawaiian Paradise Park man was arrested and charged after an incident Sunday fronting an Old Volcano Road residence in Keaau.
Hawaii tax revenue forecast stable amid upbeat economic outlook
January 9, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
Hawaii’s economy may be in better shape this year than previously forecast, but state lawmakers should not expect any additional or reduced revenue to work with for the upcoming fiscal y…
U.S. high court could hear case regarding 2010 raid of THC Ministry
January 9, 2026 | 3 MIN READ
The U.S. Supreme Court has scheduled a conference today in Washington, D.C., to consider surveillance and privacy issues surrounding the federal raid in 2010 of The Hawaii Cannabis Ministry &m…
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Passing zones to be removed from section of Highway 19 in W. Hawaii
January 8, 2026 | 1 MIN READ
The Hawaii Department of Transportation is removing passing zones on a 14-mile stretch of the Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway (Highway 19) in West Hawaii.
Mountain View man pleads guilty to federal firearms charge
January 8, 2026 | 1 MIN READ
A 45-year-old Mountain View man, Vernon Santiago, pleaded guilty Monday in federal court to possessing firearms and ammunition as a convicted felon.
Pahoa couple accused of sexually assaulting 2 girls is freed on supervised release
January 8, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
A Pahoa couple has been charged with multiple sexual offenses against two minor girls.
Police investigating robbery, auto theft in Ocean View
January 8, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
Police are investigating a robbery that reportedly occurred Friday following a traffic collision in Ocean View.
Obituaries for January 8
January 8, 2026 | 1 MIN READ
George Yuzuru Ikeda, 77, of Pahoa died Oct. 17 at Legacy Hilo Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Born in Japan, he was a retired county Parks and Recreation district supervisor. Private servic…
Hawaii’s jobless rate remains second lowest in U.S.
January 8, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
Hawaii’s labor market continues to rank among the best in the country.
Dominic Yagong, former council chairman, dies at 66
January 8, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
Dominic Yagong, a former County Council chairman who represented Hamakua and was the beloved emcee of Honokaa High School Dragons sports, died Wednesday. He was 66.
Pahoa couple accused of sexually assaulting child
January 7, 2026 | 1 MIN READ
A Pahoa couple has been charged with multiple sexual offenses against a juvenile.
HEI settling wildfire-related litigation with shareholders
January 7, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
The parent of Hawaiian Electric expects to use $100 million in insurance proceeds to settle eight lawsuits filed by shareholders who claim company leaders didn’t properly disclose wildfi…
Hilo man charged with sexual assault of minor
January 7, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
A 22-year-old Hilo man is facing felony charges for having sex with a 15-year-old girl.
Downpours from kona low system should positively affect East Hawaii
January 7, 2026 | 3 MIN READ
A kona low pressure system that settled over the state the first weekend of 2026 has moved on, and all the flood advisories issued by the National Weather Service ended at 6 a.m. Tuesday….
Man charged following large drug bust in Ocean View
January 6, 2026 | 1 MIN READ
A 42-year-old man has been arrested and charged with numerous drug-related offenses after police executed a search warrant Dec. 17 at an unoccupied residence in Ocean View.
Kurtistown woman dies after alleged assault in Kawaihae; suspect could be charged with murder or manslaughter
January 6, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
A 40-year-old Kurtistown woman who died Sunday morning after being punched Saturday night in Kawaihae — during an incident in which she allegedly used a motor vehicle as a weapon —…
Feds: Sex crimes against Hawaii kids up since 2021
January 6, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
Federal prosecutions of pedophilia and crimes against children in Hawaii increased by 50% between 2024 and last year, and by 150% since 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Justice….
Hawaiian announces $600 million for upgrades to airports, jets
January 6, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
Hawaiian Airlines on Monday announced an investment of more than $600 million over five years to improve airport passenger areas across the state and interior upgrades to widebody aircraft….
Nalani Kanaka‘ole-Zane, renowned kumu hula and Merrie Monarch judge, dies at 79
January 6, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
Nalani Kanaka‘ole-Zane, revered kumu hula of Halau o Kekuhi, cultural matriarch and veteran judge of Merrie Monarch Festival hula competitions, died Saturday in Hilo. She was 79.
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