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‘There will be waves of rainfall’: Officials urge preparation ahead of storm’s arrival
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Heavy rain and thundershowers are in the forecast for Hawaii Island over the next three or four days.
Schofield soldiers lead the charge in Army’s AI testing
April 8, 2026 | 8 MIN READ
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Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump ramps up threats ahead of deadline
April 7, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
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Public school construction bill advances amid support, labor concerns
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A proposal to overhaul how Hawaii builds public schools is advancing at the state Capitol, as lawmakers seek faster, more cost- effective solutions to overcrowding and rapid growth in areas like Kapolei and Ewa, with a key decision scheduled for Tuesday morning.
DOH investigates dangerous bacterial infections in West Hawaii
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The Hawaii Department of Health is investigating reports of high rates of a dangerous bacterial infection in West Hawaii.
Trump sharpens threat, and profanity, in focus on civilian targets
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In a message that was stunning for its crude combativeness and profanity, President Donald Trump on Easter morning renewed his threat to destroy Iranian electricity facilities and bridges unless Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz.
Hawaii’s 2026 election includes a few high-profile challenges
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There is no high-profile Republican running yet for either lieutenant governor or governor in the Aug. 8 primary, but all candidates have until June 2 to officially declare their candidacies for any Hawaii primary race.
Pahoa Agricultural Park eyed for piggeries
April 6, 2026 | 6 MIN READ
Farmers at the Pahoa Agricultural Park would be allowed to raise pigs for food under a state House bill making its way through the Legislature.
Hotel sought for Hilo airport; some developers already have expressed interest
April 5, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
The Hawaii Department of Transportation has issued a notice of request for information (RFI) that seeks input from potential developers to gauge their interest and ability to build a hotel on state land adjacent to Hilo International Airport.
US rescues airman as Trump, Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline
April 5, 2026 | 3 MIN READ
WASHINGTON/CAIRO (Reuters) — The United States rescued an airman caught behind enemy lines after Iran shot down his F-15 fighter jet, the U.S. government said early on Sunday, resolving a crisis for President Donald Trump with the war on Iran in its sixth week.
Vote on Pahoa town rezoning bills postponed; goal of measures is to help revitalize the area
April 5, 2026 | 6 MIN READ
The Hawaii County Windward Planning Commission voted unanimously Thursday to postpone passing a slate of legislation intending to rezone parts of downtown Pahoa.
Bills would raise tax on pricey Hawaii home sales
April 4, 2026 | 6 MIN READ
The bills would adjust tax brackets with inflation so that lower-value homes would not get pushed into higher brackets as housing prices rise over time.
U.S. searches for airman after Iran shoots down fighter jet
April 4, 2026 | 6 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — American forces rescued an airman whose warplane was shot down over Iran on Friday, but the uncertain fate of a second crew member prompted a risky search operation on Iranian soil, U.S. and Israeli officials said.
White House seeks $1.5 trillion for defense in new budget request
April 4, 2026 | 9 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — With the United States at war with Iran and embroiled in conflicts around the world, the White House asked Congress on Friday to approve about $1.5 trillion for defense in the 2027 fiscal year. If enacted, that amount would set military spending at its highest level in mod…
World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats
April 3, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
WASHINGTON/CAIRO — Dozens of countries sought ways to restart vital energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after President Donald Trump vowed more aggressive attacks on Iran, sending oil prices higher again and deepening strain on consumers.
Rural health clinic sought for Volcano; Senate resolution requests a feasibility study
April 3, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
The state Senate Health and Human Services Committee voted unanimously Monday to pass a resolution looking into siting a rural health clinic in the town of Volcano.
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