East Hawai‘i News Hilo man sentenced to 10-year prison term for series of identity theft, computer fraud…
News 23 motorists arrested for DUI during week of April 6 to April 12 on Hawai‘i County…
Hale ʻĀnuenue celebrates 30 years of rehab, long-term care for seniors in Hilo
A devoted team with innovative ideas currently is caring for 91 seniors who are at Hale ʻĀnuenue Restorative Care Center either for short-term recovery or long-term care. April 22, 2026 · 05:00am
High levels of bacteria detected at Kahaluʻu Beach Park in Kona
The Department of Health is retesting the water at Kahaluʻu Beach Park since the beach has historically met the acceptable beach threshold level.Community Kohanaiki golf course awarded Audubon International Gold Signature Sanctuary status
Hawai'i State News Free, virtual “Condorama” to cover condominium management this Saturday
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Work to replace lava tube bridge to begin at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
60K new homes needed by 2050 to meet Hawaiʻi housing demand, finds AARP study
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority opens funding for cultural, community programs
New online events calendar helps travelers discover what’s happening throughout…
Peak pupping season underway for endangered Hawaiian Monk seals
Free small business financing, support workshop scheduled in Kailua-Kona
New Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurs launched by Bank of Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi Gas accepting applications for temporary summer positions throughout islands
Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election for lieutenant governor of Hawaiʻi
2026-27 Hawai‘i Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp Art Contest winners announced
Department of Education to open A+ after-school program registration
Hawai‘i Police Department officer among 253 grads from FBI National Academy
Hawai‘i County proposed budget bills move forward; first readings in May
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High levels of bacteria detected at Kahaluʻu Beach Park in Kona
The Department of Health is retesting the water at Kahaluʻu Beach Park since the beach has historically met the acceptable beach threshold level.
V Foundation awards $1 million grant to University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center faculty
The 5-year All-Star Translational Award from the North Carolina-based cancer research foundation will support study of mesothelioma in patients carrying BAP1 mutation.
Hilo man sentenced to 10-year prison term for series of identity theft, computer fraud offenses
According to police reports, Christopher Amador-Nascimento, 33, opened credit cards under victims’ personal information and conducted unauthorized transactions.
23 motorists arrested for DUI during week of April 6 to April 12 on Hawai‘i County roads
Arrests were made in five of the eight districts and thirteen drivers were involved in a traffic accident.
Kohanaiki golf course awarded Audubon International Gold Signature Sanctuary status
The private club community’s course is Hawai’i’s first golf course to achieve the certification and 1 of only 14 worldwide.
Free, virtual “Condorama” to cover condominium management this Saturday
The webinar will be available after the live event on the Community Associations Institute Hawaiʻi Chapter and Real Estate Commission websites.
High surf advisory issued for east-facing shores of Big Island
The surf is forecast to reach heights of 10 feet, with shore breaks and dangerous currents that could cause injury or death.
Hale ʻĀnuenue celebrates 30 years of rehab, long-term care for seniors in Hilo
A devoted team with innovative ideas currently is caring for 91 seniors who are at Hale ʻĀnuenue Restorative Care Center either for short-term recovery or long-term care.
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Work to replace lava tube bridge to begin at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Most of Nāhuku Lava Tube will remain open during construction; entrance and exit will move to the east end only until the project is completed by the end of June.
New online events calendar helps travelers discover what’s happening throughout state
Hawaii.com feature organizes events by island, helping visitors discover festivals, cultural experiences and local happenings and bringing real-time events and experiences directly into the trip-planning process.
New podcast spotlights Hawaiʻi Island ʻōpio choosing to build future at home
Vibrant Hawaiʻi is introducing the podcast this year with renewed intention — to challenge the long-standing narrative that Hawaiʻi’s most promising ʻōpio must leave the island to succeed.
2026 Big Island Chocolate Festival debuts free Chocolate Farmers Market, promises sweet shindig
The new event showcases local cacao growers and chocolate makers; 3-day festival also includes educational activities, farm tour, college student chocolate competition, grand gala and much more.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 17-23: Freaky Tiki, Uncle Charlie, Maisey Rika, HI-CAL DEAD, kickball, Earth Day cleanup and more
It’s another week with plenty to do around the Big Island, but if you’re a music enthusiast — or just like to listen to great tunes — several venues have events planned that are pitch perfect for you; check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
Ocean Blog
Maui Now
Maui Surf Forecast for April 23, 2026
A moderate size, medium period northwest swell peaked earlier today and will gradually decline over the next few days. A pair of gale lows in the North...
Lahaina man rescued from Honokōhau after becoming separated from his group
Emergency responders launched a search by ground, air and ocean, and the missing man was located at around 11:08 a.m., about 100 feet feet down a cliff on the north side of Honokōhau Bay, in heavy vegetation.
Mayor Bissen halts traffic-calming devices on County roads in Haʻikū in response to community concern
The decision follows the recent installation of 31 speed humps and tables in Haʻikū as part of a project approved by the previous administration and council in the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. While the project was intended to improve roadway safety, residents have since raised concerns about unintended impacts and challenges resulting from the installations.
MEMA encourages community to attend free Emergency Preparedness Expo, May 9 in Kahului
The County’s Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) encourages community members to attend the annual Emergency Preparedness Expo on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center, 275 W. Kaʻahumanu Ave., Kahului.
Annual HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts ‘Spring Craft Fair’ returns to Queen Kaʻahumanu Center, May 3
The much-anticipated HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts “Spring Craft Fair” is back at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Sunday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first floor of the parking structure, inviting guests to shop, explore, and support local makers at one of Maui’s favorite seasonal events.
Kaua‘i Now
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 23, 2026
The recent light land- and sea-breeze pattern will give way to trades tonight, and a classic trade wind pattern is expected well into next week. We will see...
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 23, 2026
The recent light land- and sea-breeze pattern will give way to trades tonight, and a classic trade wind pattern is expected well into next week. We will see...
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 23, 2026
A moderate size, medium period northwest swell peaked earlier today and will gradually decline over the next few days. A pair of gale lows in the North...
Office of Hawaiian Affairs in Washington D.C. to address critical issues impacting Native Hawaiians
The delegation is meeting with congressional leaders and Department of Defense officials to address the expiring military leases on Hawaiʻi Public Land Trust lands and proposed cuts to funding for Native Hawaiian programs.
