Hawai'i State News What word did Kauaʻi student spell to be crowned Hawaiʻi spelling bee champion
Education 2 new members appointed to University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents, pending Senate…
Big Island nonprofit gifts two Big Dog Tanker Trucks to Maui Fire Department
These trucks join Maui's fleet after the department lost four trucks in the Lahaina and Kula fires of August 2023. April 14, 2026 · 04:36am
Big Island man indicted on attempted murder charge pleads not guilty in Kona court, posts bail
Charges stem from incidents that occurred in 2023 and 2024 when the suspect assaulted a former girlfriend, according to Hawai‘i Island police.Hawai'i State News Coast Guard cutter restores tsunami warning system during Pacific Patrol
News Tephra Information Center reopens in Volcano
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Hawaiʻi Energy distributes 182 energy-efficient appliances to Big Island households
Hawaiʻi businesses reminded to file their second quarter annual business reports
Hawaiʻi is new member of global effort to improve public health emergency response
26-year-old Big Island man dies in possible drowning at End of the World in West Hawai‘i
Magics Beach Grill authorized to reopen after correcting multiple critical violations
Partial monitoring network outage continues at Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Don’t miss your chance to apply for Cohort 8 of Hawaiʻi Ag & Culinary Alliance…
Big Island state Rep. Jeanné Kapela co-hosts this year’s 17th annual Art at the…
Big Island Saturday severe weather updates: Flood watch remains in effect with renewed…
Kings’ Shops culinary event raises thousands for Waikōloa conservation initiative
State urges residents to remain vigilant as flood watch continues
Election notification cards should arrive soon in mailboxes of Big Island voters
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Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority accepting proposals for events, festivals, experiences
Tree trimming, maintenance scheduled throughout Lili‘uokalani Gardens in Hilo
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17 lane closures scheduled during week of April 11-17 on Big Island state roadways
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Big Island News
What word did Kauaʻi student spell to be crowned Hawaiʻi spelling bee champion?
The Hawaiʻi Technology Academy student earned a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.
2 new members appointed to University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents, pending Senate confirmation
The Board of Regents is responsible for overseeing the 10-campus UH system, including policy direction, financial oversight and long-term strategic planning.
Big Island man indicted on attempted murder charge pleads not guilty in Kona court, posts bail
Charges stem from incidents that occurred in 2023 and 2024 when the suspect assaulted a former girlfriend, according to Hawai‘i Island police.
Big Island nonprofit gifts two Big Dog Tanker Trucks to Maui Fire Department
These trucks join Maui’s fleet after the department lost four trucks in the Lahaina and Kula fires of August 2023.
Coast Guard cutter restores tsunami warning system during Pacific Patrol
The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Henry has returned to Guam after a 29-day mission in the western Pacific, enhancing tsunami warning capabilities and delivering essential humanitarian aid.
Hawai‘i Community Foundation accepting applications for grants supporting Waimea community
Eligible applicants are those based in Waimea.
Tephra Information Center reopens in Volcano
Tephra is volcanic debris caused by the eruption of Kīlauea.
Big Island Friday weather updates: Flood watch, wind advisory have been canceled
On Monday, the National Weather Service announced that it has canceled both the wind advisory and the flood watch.
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Local Entertainment
Big Island’s Rhoda Magbitang tests her creativity on national TV’s ‘Top Chef’
The executive chef at the Mauna Lani resort’s CanoeHouse is taking on one of the biggest creative challenges of her career as she competes with other high-level chefs in Season 23 of the popular national television show.
Big Island state Rep. Jeanné Kapela co-hosts this year’s 17th annual Art at the Capitol
The free, family-friendly event is open to the public and celebrates local art, performances and culture; this year’s theme is “Urban Canvases; Culture in Motion.”
PHOTO GALLERY: Sights and pageantry of 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Royal Parade
SunRa Adziyaomamawu, a senior at Connections Public Charter School in Hilo, photographs the sights and pageantry of the parade that marched through downtown Hilo on Saturday morning, April 11, 2026.
Kings’ Shops culinary event raises thousands for Waikōloa conservation initiative
A culinary fundraiser on Hawaiʻi Island raised about $20,000 to benefit the Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative.
From humble slices or cuts to global culinary sensation, don’t miss ‘The Story of Poke’
No matter which way you make it — with Hawaiian salt, shoyu, mayonnaise or whatever, even if it’s not with tuna — the classic raw fish dish is spreading Hawaiian culture and aloha around the world; learn more in a 30-minute documentary debuting Sunday, April 12, on Spectrum OC16 Channel 16.
Ocean Blog
Maui Now
Maui Surf Forecast for April 15, 2026
A small, short-period, NW swell slowly diminishes into the weekend. A small, medium-period, S swell will boost surf along S shores through late...
Sign waving, candlelight vigil marking National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
The community is invited to a sign waving, ceremony and candlelight vigil hosted by the County of Maui Department of the Prosecuting Attorney in observance of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week next week.
Imua Family Services earns 15th recognition as one of Hawaiʻi’s Best Places to Work
Imua Family Services has once again been named one of Hawaiʻi's Best Places to Work by Hawaiʻi Business Magazine, marking the 15th time the nonprofit organization has earned this distinguished recognition. The honor highlights Imua's enduring commitment to cultivating a workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to make a difference.
Kaua‘i Now
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 15, 2026
Light to moderate trade winds will gradually return from east to west across the state Wednesday into Thursday. Fairly dry conditions are expected over the next...
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 15, 2026
Light to moderate trade winds will gradually return from east to west across the state Wednesday into Thursday. Fairly dry conditions are expected over the next...
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 15, 2026
A small, short-period, NW swell slowly diminishes into the weekend. A small, medium-period, S swell will boost surf along S shores through late...
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 15, 2026
A small, short-period, NW swell slowly diminishes into the weekend. A small, medium-period, S swell will boost surf along S shores through late...
University study shows traveling tropical disturbance increases Hawaiʻi rainfall in cycles
This weather pattern, called the Madden–Julian Oscillation, was identified by researchers in a recent study that showed the pattern travels eastward through the tropics every 30–60 days and significantly boosts rainfall during its active phases, particularly on windward slopes.
