Letter: Fractured hierarchy hinders Hawaiians

Recently it was announced that some of the federal funding for the Hawaiian people was being cut. The reason given was that the Hawaiian people are an “ethnic race” and not a “tribal people,” like Native Americans. Of course, everyone here is up in arms …

Former Hawaii County Housing Official to Serve 46 Months for Role in Over $11 Million-Dollar Housing Scheme Receiving …

County Housing Official Sentenced for His Role in Multimillion-Dollar Scheme to Receive Bribes from Hawaii Businessman and Attorneys  June 1, 2026 – A former Hawaii County official, Alan Scott Rudo, 59, now of Cathedral City, California, was sentenced on …

Woman Solo-Rows From California To Hawaii. Then She Comes Across The Continental Shelf

A woman is virally documenting her attempt to become the first American woman to row solo from California to Hawaii. The trek, which lasts over 2,400 miles, has only been completed nine times in the past. British rower Roz Savage was the first woman to …

Hawaii County to review 13 applicants for next fire chief

1/3 Swipe or click to see more Fire Chief Kazuo Todd 2/3 Swipe or click to see more Interim Hawaii County Fire Chief Daniel Volpe 3/3 Swipe or click to see more Hawaii County Human Resources Director Sommer Tokihiro Hawaii County has received …

Off the news: Hawaiian’s free meals fly into the sunset

For flyers, another “good old days” era comes to an end June 30, when Hawaiian Airlines will eliminate complimentary meals in its main cabin on most long-haul mainland routes. The homegrown carrier is one of the very last airlines still serving free meals …

Honolulu Officials Accept Raises Without Hearing Public Opposition

Members of the public had little opportunity to comment on the raises, which are paid for with their tax dollars. Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi, city council members and other department heads are set to receive pay bumps worth thousands of dollars come …

36-year-old man faces murder charges in Hawaii’s Big Island killings

HONOLULU (AP) — Authorities in Hawaii have charged a 36-year-old man with murder in the killings of three people in a remote community known for its eclectic, communal lifestyle. Jacob Daniel Baker was charged with counts of first- and second-degree murder …

Honolulu’s longest-running bar has ‘last call’

1/2 Swipe or click to see more JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM Customers enjoyed the final day of service at Smith’s Union Bar on Sunday in Honolulu. Smith’s Union is the oldest bar in Honolulu and was once the gathering spot for the U.S. …

Watch Live: Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts again

Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano has erupted again, according to observations from the United States Geological Survey (USGS), which is forecasting lava fountains around June 1, News.Az reports, citing Reuters. A live view of the volcano shows ongoing volcanic …

2nd Annual Hawaiian-themed dance fundraiser is on June 5

The community is invited to put on their tropical attire and prepare for an evening of fun, fellowship, and purpose as Lotus of Love Cancer Care, Inc. hosts its 2nd Annual Dance Fundraiser on Friday, June 5, from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. at The Wetlands Center …

Suspect in the killings of 3 men in Hawaii is charged with murder

A Hawaii man arrested last week following a dayslong manhunt has been charged with murder in connection with the killings of three men on the Big Island, police announced. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for June 01, 2026

Hilo Rest Of Tonight: Numerous showers early in the evening, then showers after midnight. Lows 64 to 71 near the shore to around 59 at 4000 feet. East winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain near 100 percent. Monday: Mostly cloudy. Showers in the morning, then …

Man charged with murder in killings of 3 on Hawaii’s Big Island

Hawaii police charge 36-year-old in seniors’ murders

May 31 (UPI) — Authorities in Hawaii have charged a 36-year-old with murder after three seniors were killed on the Big Island. Jacob Daniel Baker of Pahoa has been charged with four counts of murder, one count in the first degree and three in the second …

Firefighters respond to building fire in Honolulu

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Firefighters were called to a reported building fire in downtown Honolulu late Saturday night. At around 11:45 p.m., several fire trucks and accompanying crews responded to the intersection of S. School Street and Church Lane. At …

Man charged with murder in deaths of 3 men on Hawaii’s Big Island

A man accused of killing three people in a rural Hawaii community has been charged with multiple criminal offenses, including murder, authorities said. Jacob Daniel Baker, 36, of Pāhoa, Hawaii, faces one count of first-degree murder and three counts of …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for June 01, 2026

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Monday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 East Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 South Facing 6-8 6-8 6-8 6-8 TONIGHT Weather Mostly cloudy. Scattered showers. Low Temperature In the upper …

Pride flags to be flown across Hawaii to celebrate Pride Month

Hawaii authorities charge man with murder in deaths of 3 men

May 31, 2026, 8:31 p.m. ET A man accused of killing three people in a rural Hawaii community has been charged with multiple criminal offenses, including murder, authorities said. Jacob Daniel Baker, 36, of Pāhoa, Hawaii, faces one count of first-degree …