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Hawai’i State News12 motorists arrested for DUI during week of April 20 to April 26 on Hawai‘i County…
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From ashes to stone, a Keaʻau artist honors her deceased mother in a unique way
To capture the essence of her mother’s life, Dandylyon Darr chose to turn her late mother’s ashes into river-like stones to keep her spirit alive.May 10, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
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Big Island News
May 10, 2026 · 2:00 PM
12 motorists arrested for DUI during week of April 20 to April 26 on Hawai‘i County roads
As of April 26, there have been 273 DUI arrests compared with 302 during the same period last year.
May 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Mokulele Airlines increase fares amid rising fuel prices
Mokulele Airlines will increase fares by an average of $10 on all Hawaiʻi routes to ensure the continuation of essential 100 daily interisland flights.
May 10, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Shidler College of Business host night of mentorship, recognition for 500 students
The 65th annual Business Night honored student achievement with awards totaling $122,500 and provided mentorship opportunities with business professionals.
May 10, 2026 · 5:00 AM
From ashes to stone, a Keaʻau artist honors her deceased mother in a unique way
To capture the essence of her mother’s life, Dandylyon Darr chose to turn her late mother’s ashes into river-like stones to keep her spirit alive.
May 10, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Big Island boy fighting severe health conditions and insurance company
Paul Gugger will be at the Children’s Hospital Colorado in Aurora over the next several days as they run tests to evaluate his severe rare health conditions.
May 10, 2026 · 1:00 AM
Nonprofit groups partner again to remove invasive species from Kealakekua Bay
This invasive species removal effort aligns with the goals of the Kealakekua Bay Community Action Plan, adopted by the local community in 2022, which serves as a community-led framework for stewardship of this culturally and ecologically significant area.
May 9, 2026 · 10:00 AM
House Democrats pass several bills advancing majority priorities
Hawaiʻi House of Representatives Majority Caucus celebrated the passage of bills that preserve social services, strengthen the economy and support Native Hawaiian families.
May 9, 2026 · 8:00 AM
18 lane closures scheduled during week of May 10-15 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
May 9, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Advocates call for justice, awareness for missing, murdered Indigenous women, girls and māhū
Advocates call for better data, supportive interventions when it comes to violence affecting Indigenous and LGBTQIA2S+ groups across Hawaiʻi.
May 9, 2026 · 3:00 AM
New affordable workforce rental housing community is dedicated in Waikōloa Village
The $84.5 million project was made possible through a combination of funding sources and built on Hawaiʻi County-owned land.
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May 8, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Celebrate Mom: Things to do and places to eat for Mother’s Day on the Big Island
There are plenty of ways to celebrate moms on the Big Island this weekend, including surfing, lei-making, shopping and plenty of wining and dining. Check out our list.
May 7, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 8-14: Charity walk, chocolate fest, spring concert, classic piano and more
Treat the woman who gave birth to you with an event that has a more personal touch; when you saw it, Mom was the first person who came to mind. This week’s top 10 has some great ideas!
May 6, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Mauna Kea telescope helps researchers reveal changes in interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS
Observations suggest the comet’s chemistry changed as it passed near the sun, providing new clues to how materials in interstellar comets differ from those in comets formed in this part of the cosmic neighborhood.
May 4, 2026 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Community College celebrates success of inaugural E ʻImi Pono fundraiser
The event, highlighting the institution’s role in preparing the Big Island’s workforce, drew more than 100 supporters on April 18 to the I Ola Nō Ke Kino Dining Room at the Manono campus in Hilo.
May 3, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Severe weather washes away more than quarter of million dollars in state tourism revenue
Number of visitors statewide in March decreased 1.7% from the same month a year before, with Big Island visitor stats following same downward trend; visitor spending throughout islands falls 1.6% from March 2025.
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2,000 acres in lower Puna transformed by 2018 lava flow now on a path to preservation
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May 6, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
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May 7, 2026 · 1:43 PM HST
Hawaiian monk seal Kaʻiwi gives birth to 7th pup at Kaimana Beach on O‘ahu, prompting coordinated safety response
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Maui Now
Free fall prevention workshop coming to Kīhei May 19
A Kīhei-based home care agency is hosting a free community workshop this month focused on one of the most serious health risks facing older adults—falls. Ohana Care Maui will present the May installment of its ongoing speaker series on from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 19 at Kalama Heights, 101 Kanani Road, Kīhei. A question-and-answer […]
Hawaiʻi woman advances in the world’s largest speech contest
Ivy Chen, of Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, outshined more than a half dozen local contestants to win the District-level competition of the Toastmasters International Speech Contest. Chen advances to the region quarterfinal round of the contest, vying for one of 28 spots in the semifinals.
Par Hawaii’s Hele Stations set a record in 3rd Annual ‘Fuel the Future’ campaign
For the third consecutive year, Par Hawaiʻi’s Hele convenience stores partnered with the Public Schools of Hawaiʻi Foundation on a month-long fundraising campaign—and this year’s effort produced a record amount of contributions.
Single-lane closure set for Piʻilani Highway for night roadwork
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is advising highway users that the right northbound lane on Piʻilani Highway near East Waipuʻilani Road will be closed from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. beginning Tuesday and ending Friday. Work may be completed sooner.
Maui Weather Forecast for May 10, 2026
A weak trough will exit west of the state early this morning, however some showery conditions will linger over Kauai through the morning hours, while rather…
Kaua‘i Now
Senate bill reaffirms that corporations, artificial persons cannot influence elections
Hawaiʻi State Senate passed a measure that clarifies that corporations and other artificial entities cannot spend money or contribute to elections and ballot measures.
Heavy runoff prompts no-swim advisory at Hanalei Bay and nearby shores
Due to dangerous runoff and brown-water conditions, Kauaʻi’s Ocean Safety Bureau strongly advises against swimming and other ocean activities at Hanalei Bay and along north-facing shores.
University of Hawaiʻi ballroom dance team win third consecutive national title
The Ballroom Dance Club offers beginner classes to all University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa students, faculty and staff every Tuesday.
Mokulele Airlines increase fares to continue interisland flights
Amid the rising fuel costs, Mokulele Airlines is increasing its airfare by $10 on average to continue daily flights.
North Shore set for national spotlight as Mini Golf Championship comes to Kīlauea
The prestigious U.S. Open Mini Golf Championship will make its Kauaʻi debut at Anaina Hou Community Park, with an estimated $1 million boost to the island’s
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