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This is the eighth fatal traffic collision of 2023 compared to 12 fatal traffic collisions during this same time period last year.

Scientists explain why the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said during the initial state of the 2022 Mauna Loa eruption was within the caldera although people in Kona could see lava descending the western flank of the mountain.

The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife has created a unique virtual field trip that allows students to experience a world-class conservation program focused on protecting endangered kāhuli (native land snails).

On Earth Day at sunrise, groups across Hawai‘i will gather for the chant led by Hawaiian elders and cultural practitioners.

Marc Jones was found in good health in Keaʻau on April 21, 2023.

A Kona couple has been arrested for attempted murder as Hawai‘i police continue to investigate a series of crimes over the past three days.

The CDC’s announcement also simplifies vaccination schedules to allow bivalent vaccines to be used for primary vaccination series, as well as boosters.

Small flurries of earthquakes have occurred irregularly beneath Halemaʻumaʻu, Keanakākoʻi Crater, and along the southern end of Kaluapele.

The Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act creates a temporary, five-year safe harbor protection for veterans who use medical marijuana, and directs the VA to research how medical marijuana could help veterans better manage chronic pain and reduce opioid abuse.

The free two-day program was held at The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort and Mauna Kea Resort, providing students with exposure to a variety of careers.

The incident occurred at approximately 4 a.m. when Kona patrol officers attempted to stop a 2013 BMW on Māmalahoa Highway and Rabbit Hill Road Street that had been used to commit two burglaries in the area.

CVS Health has completed the installation of time delay safes in more than 9,000 of its pharmacy locations, including all 61 Longs Drugs stores in Hawaiʻi.

Walmart and Sam’s Club launched their 10th annual “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign to help end food insecurity in Hawaiʻi and across the country.

Hawaiʻi’s State Poet Laureate, Brandy Nālani McDougall will perform a virtual poetry reading on April 22 for National Library Week.

Due to needed emergency repairs on Wailuku Bridge in Hilo, the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation has reduced the weight limit and speed limit, effective April 20.

Following an override of Mayor Mitch Roth’s veto, Bill 194 is now a Hawai‘i County ordinance that brings requests for time extensions for zoning changes to come back to the County Council.

Hawaii Supreme Court Justice Sabrina S. McKenna has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement award.

Nonprofit Ho‘omalu Ke Kai and business Seasport Divers are behind the Kaua‘i cleanup efforts.

In honor of Earth Day, Central Pacific Bank has published its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance report, highlighting the company’s ongoing dedication to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Hoʻi ka Hā’s 7 day silent residential meditation retreat on Oʻahu’s North Shore allows participants to disconnect from the world and immerse themselves in a peaceful environment.