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Justice Department, DEA ordered to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as less dangerous drug
With the federal change in drug policy, Hawai‘i Rep. David Tarnas hopes it will help lead to legalization of adult use of recreational cannabis. April 25, 2026 · 05:00am
$21 million in funding released for construction of new Waikōloa library
The long-awaited Waikōloa Public Library will bring educational and community resources as the first permanent library for the long, underserved area.Activities Secure your spot now for 5th annual Fentanyl and Addictions Summit
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Kohanaiki golf course awarded Audubon International Gold Signature Sanctuary status

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Big Island News
Hawai‘i unemployment rate at 2.3% in February
Number of jobs increased by 2,100 from yea-to-year; rate ticks up slightly from January.
Hawai’i Visitors and Convention Bureau appoint leaders for regenerative tourism model
New leadership positions aim to help move Hawaiʻi tourism into a Destination Futures Enterprise that blends culture, data intelligence, and global collaboration for sustainable tourism.
Secure your spot now for 5th annual Fentanyl and Addictions Summit
hosted by Hawaiʻi Island Fentanyl Task Force, the event is slated for April 29 in Waimea and will feature presentations of information about data analysis correlating work between public safety and behavioral health and more, breakout sessions providing Native Hawaiian insight into substance use reduction, resource booths by community partners and more.
Astronomers on Maunakea uncover distinct origins of two outermost rings of Uranus
Researchers with the help of a Mauna Kea observatory construct first complete spectrum of the two distinct rings orbiting around the seventh planet in the solar system, revealing composition and formation history.
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa announces second finalist for chancellor
Amy Sueyoshi planned a visit to the campus on April 30 to May 1, following interim provost Vassilis L. Syrmos, after Dancing with the Stars.
Justice Department, DEA ordered to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as less dangerous drug
With the federal change in drug policy, Hawai‘i Rep. David Tarnas hopes it will help lead to legalization of adult use of recreational cannabis.
$21 million in funding released for construction of new Waikōloa library
The long-awaited Waikōloa Public Library will bring educational and community resources as the first permanent library for the long, underserved area.
20 lane closures scheduled during week of April 25-May 1 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
2 women captured in surveillance footage sought in connection with Waikōloa theft
Do you know the women reportedly involved in the March 12 incident at a West Hawai‘i clothing boutique? Big Island police are asking the public for help with finding them.
Multi-agency search warrant leads to recovery of nearly 5 ounces cocaine, 1.1 ounce meth, loaded gun, more
45-year-old Luis Pagano Colon faces a dozen drug and firearm charges, including 3 counts of first-degree promoting a dangerous drug, 2 counts of possession of prohibited weapons, first-degree promoting a detrimental drug, among others.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 24-30: Beekeepers, Denim Day, growing together, S. Tokunaga anniversary, native plants and more
This week’s top 10 has everything from an ongoing exhibit featuring the legacy of Hawaiʻi beekeepers to raising awareness about sexual assault and how to prevent it; check out this week’s listings right now!
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.
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Maui Surf Forecast for April 26, 2026
A medium-period northwest swell peaks tonight into Sunday, producing small to moderate surf for north and west-facing shores, before gradually declining...
Distinct origins of two outermost rings of Uranus uncovered by new study
Researchers with the help of a Mauna Kea observatory on the Big Island construct first complete spectrum of the two distinct rings orbiting around the seventh planet in the solar system, revealing composition and formation history.
Volcano Watch: Shallow earthquakes, ground deformation at Kīlauea’s summit highlight hazards near Halemaʻumaʻu
Conditions in and around the closed area at the summit of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park can evolve quickly, and elevate the risk of rockfalls, ground cracking and other potentially life‑threatening hazards.
HIDOE opens 47-unit housing project on Maui to support Lahaina educators
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education marked the opening of its Lahaina educator workforce housing development, a $20 million project designed to support teacher retention and strengthen public education on Maui.
OHA delegation concludes high-level Washington, D.C. engagement on military-leased lands
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs, led by Chair Kaialiʻi Kahele and Interim Administrator and CEO Summer Sylva, has successfully concluded a three-day strategic delegation mission to Washington, D.C., engaging senior Department of Defense civilian leadership and key members of Congress on the future of military-leased lands in Hawaiʻi.
Kaua‘i Now
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 26, 2026
Trades will continue through the next several days, gradually increasing in speed by mid-week next week, maintaining typical windward and mauka showers...
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 26, 2026
A medium-period northwest swell peaks tonight into Sunday, producing small to moderate surf for north and west-facing shores, before gradually declining...
Mark your calendar: Goodwill Industries reuse collection event scheduled for second Friday in May
Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring unwanted or unneeded items from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 8 at Kaua‘i Resource Center in Līhu‘e for reuse.




