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May 23, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Bipartisan measure would help bring more doctors, surgeons to Hawai‘i; Schatz co-introduces legislation
The need for general surgeons is especially high in rural and other underserved communities; there is a 14% shortage of surgeons in Hawai‘i overall, with Hawai‘i Island alone at a 40% shortage, forcing many residents to travel off-island to receive care they need.
May 23, 2026 · 10:45 AM
Strong magnitude-6.0 quake causes some damage in West Hawaiʻi on Big Island
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported in an update at 7:54 a.m. Saturday, May 23, that the strong temblor caused rock slides, multiple road closures, power outages, structures to shift on their foundation and other property damage; crews continued to restore power and all roads are reopen.
May 23, 2026 · 10:36 AM
About 70 Hawaiian Electric customers still without power because of strong Big Island earthquake
A total of about 1,000 customers lost power because of the magnitud-6.0 temblor that struck shortly before 10 p.m. Saturday, May 22, in South Kona; another 20 customers still without power in Keauhou area because of early morning traffic crash.; ublic safety power shutoff watch continues for Kawaihae and Waikōloa areas.
May 23, 2026 · 10:00 AM
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo honors employees during annual awards celebration
“Mahalo to the faculty and staff recognized at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo’s 2026 End of the Year Awards Celebration for their excellence in teaching, service, innovation and care for our campus,” says a post on the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Facebook page, adding it’s their work that makes a lasting impact every day.
May 23, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Tokuda, Case introduce measure aimed at cracking down on illegal fireworks trafficking
Measure proposed by the 2 Hawaiʻi Democrats in the U.S. House expands federal money laundering laws to cover illegal movement of fireworks across state lines.
May 23, 2026 · 6:45 AM
UPDATE: Landslides caused by strong earthquake cleared from portions of 2 West Hawaiʻi roadways
Both lanes of Nāpōʻopoʻo Road, between the 10-mile marker and Middle Keʻei Road, are closed and motorists should drive with caution on Highway 11 between Rabbit Hill Road and Manuka State Park as crews clean up large rocks and debris in both areas.
May 23, 2026 · 5:00 AM
After 8 years, Pāhoa Elementary School master plan to expand, modernize facilities finally moves forward
The public is invited to comment on all the planned phases of the Pāhoa Elementary School expansion by May 31.
May 23, 2026 · 4:33 AM
Wind advisory extended again for portions of Big Island
Northern and southern areas of the island can expect northeast winds of 15 to 25 mph to persist, with gusts up to 40 mph, through Saturday, May 23; Hawaiian Electric continues to monitor weather in Kawaihae and Waikōloa areas in case public safety power shutoffs are necessary to prevent wildfires.
May 23, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Hawai‘i County’s 2045 general plan about long-range development moves closer to adoption
This 313-page policy document aims to guide the pattern of future development in all major areas: residential, recreational, commercial, industrial and agricultural.
May 23, 2026 · 1:00 AM
Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai‘i honors 4 Hawai‘i Police Department officers
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May 21, 2026 · 8:00 AM
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Kauanoe Batangan files nomination papers for Maui County Council
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“Maui families are under real pressure: rising housing costs, higher bills, struggling small businesses, and residents wondering whether they can afford to stay home,” said LaCosta. “My plan is clear: cut the cost of living, restore Lahaina, fight for a Maui hospital, and bring honesty and accountability back to County government. We will turn renters into owners and lower rents.”
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Applications open soon for preschool tuition assistance in Hawaiʻi for next school year
The Preschool Open Doors program offers tuition assistance for families with children ages 2 to 4 for the 2026-2027 school year.
Full road closures scheduled for portions of Ala Wai Road
These road closures are necessary for the public’s safety and to allow crews of the Roads Division to complete culvert and road repairs within the County right of way.
Kapaʻa High class of 2026 celebrates graduation of 275 students with 39 valedictorians
Class of 2026 “has been nothing short of amazing,” said Kapaʻa High School Principal Thomas Cox in his speech during the school’s graduation ceremony Friday, May 22, before diplomas were handed out.
Kauaʻi farmers and small businesses find new home at Anahola Marketplace
The eagerly anticipated weekly farmers market at Anahola Marketplace on Kauaʻi’s North Shore debuts on June 1, featuring a vibrant mix of local farmers, artisans, and food trucks.
Road closures postponed for Menehune Road in Waimea
Single-lane and full road closures were originally announced for weekdays May 27 through June 12; additional information about when the closures and work will be rescheduled is forthcoming.
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