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AstronomyLargest survey of exoplanets with Mauna Kea observatory confirms new spin on planet…
ActivitiesPAL Hawai‘i encourages community to step forward for affordable housing
Volcano Watch: Taking Kīlauea’s temperature
Geochemical analysis of erupted tephra samples during the past decade help scientists understand the temperature of Kīlauea’s shallow magma system under the summit — and things have been “heating up!”March 27, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
Community13 Big Island students honored with Gold Keys at 2026 Hawaiʻi Regional Scholastic Art…
ActivitiesTen teams to compete in HI-PAL basketball tournament Saturday
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Hawaiʻi state legislators give back through annual Easter Basket Drive for those in need
Hawai‘i National Guard continues support for communities hit hard by kona low
Tourism officials report most visitor services operating, most areas and attractions…
Less than 1% of Hawaiian Electric customers throughout state remain without power
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Kona low devastates 176-year-old coffee farm on Big Island
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Big Island News
March 27, 2026 · 11:51 AM
Hawai‘i Island police respond to report of student planning to bring gun to school in Kona
Officers have been unable to locate anyone who directly heard the alleged threat, and the report has not been substantiated.
March 27, 2026 · 7:30 AM
UPDATE: Helicopter crash on Kauaʻi kills 3 people, injures 2, police say
A Hughes OH-6 Cayuse operated by Airborne Aviation crash-landed Thursday, March 26, 2026, on a sandbar about 100 yards off the coast at Kalaula Beach off Nā Pali Coast in northwest Kaua’i killing three of its five occupants and injuring the other two people who were aboard. Officials identified the helicopter as being operated by Airborne Aviation, with one pilot and four passengers aboard at the time of the crash Thursday at the remote beach on Nāpali Coast in northwest Kauaʻi.
March 27, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Volcano Watch: Taking Kīlauea’s temperature
Geochemical analysis of erupted tephra samples during the past decade help scientists understand the temperature of Kīlauea’s shallow magma system under the summit — and things have been “heating up!”
March 27, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Largest survey of exoplanets with Mauna Kea observatory confirms new spin on planet formation
‘Spin is a fossil record of how a planet formed,’ said study lead author and researcher at Northwestern University Dino Chih-Chun Hsu in an announcement about the discovery. ‘By measuring how quickly these worlds rotate, we can start to piece together the physical processes that shaped them tens to hundreds of millions of years ago.’
March 27, 2026 · 1:00 AM
PAL Hawai‘i encourages community to step forward for affordable housing
If you plan to be on Kaua‘i this May, sign up to walk with the affordable housing nonprofit in the 2026 Kaua‘i Charity Walk, or you can still help by donating if you live off-island; the more community members who participate will literally multiply PAL Hawai‘i’s impact.
March 26, 2026 · 3:00 PM
13 Big Island students honored with Gold Keys at 2026 Hawaiʻi Regional Scholastic Art Awards
Their artwork also was featured in the final exhibition for its exceptional craftsmanship, creativity and originality, and they now move on to the national level; 427 regional winners were chosen from 2,550 total submissions in this year’s art competition.
March 26, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Ten teams to compete in HI-PAL basketball tournament Saturday
The Hawaiʻi Police Activities League to host another 3-on-3 basketball tournament for North Kohala youth in Kapaʻau at 8:30 a.m. Saturday.
March 26, 2026 · 12:37 PM
Spend part of your holiday at Grand Naniloa for 2026 Hoʻākea Hilo Lā ʻOhana Day
The free event — happening now until 3 p.m. — is open to the public and features a Maritime Career Expo and Waʻa Lauleʻa, a canoe festival or celebration; those who attend can explore waʻa and speak with crew members as well as connect with local organizations and community leaders.
March 26, 2026 · 12:35 PM
Hawai‘i Department of Health offers cleanup, safety tips following devastating flooding
Communities across the state were hit hard this month after two Kona low systems brought rain and flooding to the islands.
March 26, 2026 · 11:33 AM
Hilo man reportedly stole keys from postal worker who was delivering mail
The 37-year-old was granted supervised release by a Kona District Court judge and ordered to undergo a mental health examination.
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March 26, 2026 · 12:37 PM
Spend part of your holiday at Grand Naniloa for 2026 Hoʻākea Hilo Lā ʻOhana Day
The free event — happening now until 3 p.m. — is open to the public and features a Maritime Career Expo and Waʻa Lauleʻa, a canoe festival or celebration; those who attend can explore waʻa and speak with crew members as well as connect with local organizations and community leaders.
March 26, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 27-April 2: Open-air tastings, Flow Fest 2026, journey to Far East
Stormy weather isn’t on the guest list for any of this week’s events around the Big Island, so we enthusiastically encourage everyone to get out of the house to have some fun. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
March 25, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Tourism officials report most visitor services operating, most areas and attractions reopen
Visitors are advised, however, to continue checking official county and state resources while confirming ahead of time directly with activity providers; officials also offer several updates and resources to find additional information.
March 22, 2026 · 1:00 AM
State tourism officials: No reason to cancel or postpone upcoming travel to Hawaiʻi
The islands remain safe and welcoming, and after two kona lows in a week, weather conditions are expected to improve early next week; Kauaʻi and Oʻahu already are seeing improving conditions.
March 21, 2026 · 9:00 AM
‘We will miss him’: Kauaʻi community mourns death of part-time island resident and Hollywood icon Chuck Norris
Martial arts, TV and movie icon Chuck Norris’s sudden passing on Kauaʻi has left the close-knit North Shore community and fans around the world in mourning.
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: Taking Kīlauea’s temperature
March 27, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory data outage impairs eruption forecasting
March 24, 2026 · 4:31 PM HST
Volcano Watch: Pele, Lono and Hiʻiaka remind us of nature’s power
March 20, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
18-year-old Big Island sailor makes waves in high-level, competitive sailing
March 7, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
Kahaluʻu Beach Park in Kailua-Kona to be closed several days at beginning of May
March 6, 2026 · 1:00 PM HST
Sign up today for The Kohala Center’s next stewardship experience at Kahalu‘u Bay and Beach Park
March 1, 2026 · 3:00 PM HST
State warns of potential public health risks from whale carcass in waters off Kona Coast
February 26, 2026 · 5:38 PM HST
Maui Now
Swell Soda Co. Opens at Azeka Shopping Center Makai
A fresh wave of flavor has landed in South Maui with the grand opening of Swell Soda Co., now serving customers at Azeka Shopping Center Makai, Unit 119, conveniently located next to Bank of Hawaiʻi.
Maui Young Professionals hosts inaugural Tech Panel event in Maui on March 31
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi’s Young Professionals Program (COCHYP) is hosting the first-ever Maui Tech Panel & Mixer on March 31 from 5 – 7:30 p.m. at Maui Brewing Co. in Kīhei, 605 Līpoa Parkway.
UH Community Colleges earn national marketing gold for powerful student stories
The University of Hawaiʻi Community Colleges have earned a gold 2025 Paragon Award from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations—underscoring the quality and impact of the marketing work being done across the seven community colleges currently serving almost 24,000 students.
Hawaiian groups petition to change rules to protect burials
The petition emphasizes the urgent need for systemic reform to prevent the continued desecration and improper disturbance of burial sites across the islands, particularly in areas like the Central Maui “sandhills” and South Maui where development has historically threatened these sacred remains.
OHA approves nearly $4M in disaster aid for Native Hawaiian households
More information on applying for direct disaster grants and home repair grants available for Native Hawaiian households impacted by the recent Kona low storms will become available.
Kaua‘i Now
Kaua‘i District Health Office to host open house for National Public Health Week
The county district health office is inviting the public to learn about public health services, programs and job opportunities on April 10.
Kauai Weather Forecast for March 27, 2026
A band of showers currently over Oahu this morning will expand towards Maui County during the day today and over the Big Island on Saturday. Our moderate to…
Kauai Weather Forecast for March 27, 2026
A band of showers currently over Oahu this morning will expand towards Maui County during the day today and over the Big Island on Saturday. Our moderate to…
Kauai Surf Forecast for March 27, 2026
Another small medium-period northwest swell arrives today, providing another small bump in surf along north-facing shores through Saturday, before…
UPDATE: 3 dead, 2 injured in Kalalau Beach helicopter crash, Kaua‘i police say
The helicopter was reported to be a white Hughes OH-6 Cayuse operated by Airborne Aviation, with one pilot and four passengers aboard at the time of the crash-landing Thursday 100 yards off the the coast of remote Kalalau Beach along Nāpali Coast.
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