News Suspect accused of shattering window of moving car in Hilo gets reduced bail
East Hawai‘i News UPDATE: Authorities confirm safe recovery of Kymahni Meta in Hilo
UPDATE: Episode 46 lava fountaining ends at summit of Kīlauea, about 9 hours after it began
Lava geysers stopped erupting from the north vent within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater stopped shortly before 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 5; tephra fall was greatest within 3 miles from the two active vents. May 05, 2026 · 06:23pm
UPDATE: Hilo man, Virginia man die following head-on collision on Daniel K. Inouye Highway
Police determined a Hilo-bound 2011 Toyota Corolla 4-door sedan driven by 70-year-old Todd Matsushita was attempting to pass a vehicle ahead of it and struck head-on with a Kona-bound 2016 Hyundai...Community Public invited to review draft statewide preservation plan
News Hawai‘i Island police renew request for help finding man last seen nearly 3 years ago
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UPDATE: Hilo man, Virginia man die following head-on collision on Daniel K. Inouye Highway
Police determined a Hilo-bound 2011 Toyota Corolla 4-door sedan driven by 70-year-old Todd Matsushita was attempting to pass a vehicle ahead of it and struck head-on with a Kona-bound 2016 Hyundai Tucson multi-purpose vehicle driven by the East Coast man; police continue to investigate the deadly crash.
UPDATE: Episode 46 lava fountaining ends at summit of Kīlauea, about 9 hours after it began
Lava geysers stopped erupting from the north vent within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater stopped shortly before 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 5; tephra fall was greatest within 3 miles from the two active vents.
University of Hawaiʻi commencement ceremonies begin this Saturday
Graduates from the University of Hawaiʻi’s 10 campuses will celebrate commencement from Saturday, May 9 to Saturday, May 16.
Suspect accused of shattering window of moving car in Hilo gets reduced bail
A passenger sitting next to the window that was broken said she felt terrified for her safety, according to court documents.
UPDATE: Authorities confirm safe recovery of Kymahni Meta in Hilo
Authorities confirmed the safe recovery of 13-year-old Kymahni Māta, who had been reported as an endangered runaway, in Hilo on April 28.
Public invited to review draft statewide preservation plan
30-day review period now open for Papahana Kāʻeuʻeu: Hawaiʻi’s Plan for Living Heritage Stewardship, which will guide how state, county agencies, Native Hawaiian organizations and communities work together to identify, protect and steward Hawaiʻi’s historic and cultural resources from 2026 through 2034.
Hawai‘i Island police renew request for help finding man last seen nearly 3 years ago
The 37-year-old was last seen between May 12 and May 14, 2023.
Donate food or give online during 34th annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
As the nation’s largest one-day food drive, Stamp Out Hunger offers a simple way for Hawaiʻi residents to make a meaningful difference.
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Hawaiʻi Community College celebrates success of inaugural E ʻImi Pono fundraiser
The event, highlighting the institution’s role in preparing the Big Island’s workforce, drew more than 100 supporters on April 18 to the I Ola Nō Ke Kino Dining Room at the Manono campus in Hilo.
Severe weather washes away more than quarter of million dollars in state tourism revenue
Number of visitors statewide in March decreased 1.7% from the same month a year before, with Big Island visitor stats following same downward trend; visitor spending throughout islands falls 1.6% from March 2025.
Hawaiʻi House of Representatives celebrates inaugural Laulau Day
“Laulau is more than a beloved island staple; it carries deep cultural and historical meaning,” said Oʻahu state Rep. Darius Kila. “Preserving and promoting traditional Hawaiian foods helps honor Native Hawaiian culture and ensures these practices continue to be understood and passed on.”
ADVISORY: Increased pedestrian activity expected during BLOOM – EMPRESS 5K, Lei Day x BLOOM event
Increased foot traffic is expected from about 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2, in Kona in conjunction with the women-centered community fun run celebrating movement, culture, music and wāhine empowerment.
Maui Now
Maui Surf Forecast for May 06, 2026
A moderate medium-period northwest swell will gradually fade over the next couple of days. A new long period swell will build Wednesday night and give another...
24th Annual Maui Matsuri returns with two-day celebration of Japanese culture
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui will host the 24th annual Maui Matsuri across two events this month at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College, beginning with a Children's Festival on Saturday, followed by the Japanese Festival on May 23.
Seabury Hall’s 50th Craft Fair set for May 9
Seabury Hall will host its 50th Annual Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Upcountry campus.
Hana Hou by Hale Zen to host book signing with Maui cookbook author Alana Kysar
Lahaina's Hana Hou by Hale Zen will welcome Maui-based cookbook author Alana Kysar for a public book signing from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday. The evening celebrates the release of her newest title, Aloha Veggies, and is free and open to the community.
Workshop set for May 7 on historic district hurdles for Lahaina commercial properties
A free workshop focused on the unique challenges of rebuilding within Lahaina’s historic districts is set for 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Morgado Hall. The Commercial Property Workshop: Historic District Recovery, hosted by the Maui County Office of Recovery, is geared toward commercial property owners in Lahaina Historic […]
Kaua‘i Now
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 06, 2026
A land and sea breeze pattern will persist through Wednesday, leading to interior clouds and showers in the afternoon and evening and partial clearing at night...
Kauai Surf Forecast for May 06, 2026
A moderate medium-period northwest swell will gradually fade over the next couple of days. A new long period swell will build Wednesday night and give another...
University of Hawaiʻi announces system-wide commencement schedule
Thousands of graduates across the state will celebrate graduation from Saturday, May 9 to Saturday, May 16.
