Subscribe to our Newsletter

Stay in-the-know with daily or weekly
headlines delivered straight to your inbox.
Cancel
×

Big Island News Chevron Forward

Business Monday: Hilo Pizza Co. serving up New York-style pies and slices that patrons can customize

Hilo Pizza Company has become a small staple of the Puainako Center since 2023, offering Hilo residents a taste of thin-crust pizza with a menu that features dough made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients.

Magnitude-4.0 quake south of Pāhala rumbles Big Island

More than 56 “Felt Reports” were sent to the U.S. Geological Survey within the first half-hour following the quake; the farthest away coming from Honolulu, but it was mostly reported felt around the Big Island.

Big Island police arrest 18 motorists for DUI week of Aug. 31-Sept. 6

There have been 539 DUI arrests so far this year compared with 609 during the same period last year, representing a decrease of 11.49%.

University of Hawaiʻi law school brings recruitment events to Big Island

Two sessions are planned, one in Kona and another in Hilo, offering an invaluable opportunity for prospective students to meet the admissions team, ask questions and gain insight into the the William S. Richardson School of Law experience.

‘Give yourself over to absolute pleasure’: Kick off the spooky season with ‘Rocky Horror’ at Palace

This year’s screening, scheduled Sept. 17, takes on more significance after the death 80-year-old Tim Curry, who played the movie’s main character Dr. Frank N. Furter; his death was especially poignant for Aloha Theatre in Kealakekua that will present in October the stage version of the film, in which Curry also originated the role.

Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply Hurricane Lala recovery update

The department continues assessment and recovery efforts following catastrophic rainfall and flooding caused by Hurricane Lala, which significantly damaged water system infrastructure in the Nā‘ālehu–Wai‘ōhinu area.

State offers free breast, cervical cancer screenings for women who are uninsured, unable to pay

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Hawaiʻi; an average of 1,287 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and 172 die from the disease each year in the islands.

Hawaiʻi County expands community resource center services to assist with earthquake impacts

The expanded services at community resource centers will help residents apply for federal assistance, case management and receive other help navigating the recovery process.

Maui County Kōkua Hawaiʻi Island drive a success with strong community support

More than 75 volunteers during the 2-day donation drive to help Big Island communities impacted by Hurricane Lala collected more than 5,500 individual items, more than 5,000 pounds of nonperishable food and more.

IRS announces tax relief for those impacted by major earthquake in May on Big Island

These taxpayers now have until Feb. 1, 2027, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments; this new relief also combines with earlier tax relief provided following the March kona lows.
ADVERTISEMENT

Local Entertainment Chevron Forward

‘Give yourself over to absolute pleasure’: Kick off the spooky season with ‘Rocky Horror’ at Palace

This year’s screening, scheduled Sept. 17, takes on more significance after the death 80-year-old Tim Curry, who played the movie’s main character Dr. Frank N. Furter; his death was especially poignant for Aloha Theatre in Kealakekua that will present in October the stage version of the film, in which Curry also originated the role.

2026 Hawaiʻi Songwriting Festival finale concert features all-star lineup

Intimate concert is Sept. 12 in Westin Hāpuna Beach Resort Ballroom and the roster includes writers you might not know by name, but you’ll definitely recognize by some of their songs and artists for whom they’ve written.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 11-17: ‘Spring Awakening,’ ‘SIX,’ World Manta Day and more

Check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island to find a ton of upcoming fun.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island during Labor Day Weekend: Canoe races and festival celebrate Queen Lili’uokalani, cacao tasting, drag races, Lala relief and more

The 2026 Labor Day Weekend will help everyone around the Big Island relax and rest during their long holidays from work or school; check out our top 10 things to do on the Big Island during the long holiday weekend now!

Hilo festival to celebrate Queen Liliʻuokalaniʻs legacy at historic gardens

Celebrate Hawaiian culture at the He Haliʻa Aloha No Liliʻuokalani Festival in Hilo, honoring the only ruling Queen of the Hawaiian Kingdom with live music, hula and a captivating floral tribute.

Hawai‘i Business Chevron Forward

Business Monday: Hilo Pizza Co. serving up New York-style pies and slices that patrons can customize
Waikōloa eatery immediately shut down for rodent infestation, food safety violations
Business Monday: Big Island VIP seeks to sell tour company to buyer eager to educate visitors
Former New York City fire chief to keynote at 2026 Hawai‘i Tourism Conference

Big Island Polls Chevron Forward

Big Island Now poll results: County garage is answer to downtown Kona’s parking woes
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
Poll results: Big Island Now readers pick clear winner for top 2024 story. Do you know what it is?

Hawai'i Volcano Blog Chevron Forward

Magnitude-4.0 quake south of Pāhala rumbles Big Island
Volcano Watch: Remembering the 1919-20 Maunaiki eruption of Kīlauea
September flight operations announced by Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

Ocean Blog Chevron Forward

‘Stark reminder of the impact of global plastic pollution’: Tangled plastic, fishing gear found in pilot whales
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa oceanographers find Hawaiian corals can possibly adapt to future heat stress
VIDEO: Blacktip shark nursery discovered in Hilo Bay
Statewide World Ocean Day event makes waves in effort to cleanup island coasts

Maui Now Chevron Forward

Marigold Zoll tapped to lead Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife

Marigold Zoll has been selected to lead the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife.

Volcano Watch — Remembering the 1919–1920 Maunaiki eruption of Kīlauea

Kīlauea has drawn huge crowds to witness the lava fountaining episodes from its summit crater of Halemaʻumaʻu since December 2024, with many visitors hiking trails and visiting overlooks to watch the eruption. However, there are many other trails across the unique, lava-strewn landscape of Kīlauea that can be hiked during pauses between lava fountaining episodes, including the Footprints Trail.

Hawaiʻi National Guard assists Maui and Kauaʻi with vital response following Hurricane Lowell

The Hawaiʻi National Guard mobilized to execute operations leading up to and in the wake of Hurricane Lowell.

Kauaʻi state offices, most public schools, Kauaʻi Community College and courts to reopen Monday

Gov. Josh Green announced that state offices, most Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) public schools, Kauaʻi Community College and Judiciary facilities on Kauaʻi will reopen Monday, Sept. 14, as conditions continue to improve following Hurricane Lowell.

Magnitude-4.0 earthquake south of Pāhala, Island of Hawaiʻi

On Sunday, Sept. 13, 8 a.m. HST, a magnitude-4.0 earthquake occurred 2 miles south of Pāhala on the Island of Hawaiʻi at a depth of 8 miles below sea level. The earthquake had no apparent impact on either Maunaloa or Kīlauea volcanoes, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

Kaua‘i Now Chevron Forward

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Sunday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

While the number of resident-submitted damage assessments increased to 515 by Sunday morning, there is encouraging news: the number of people still using refuge areas is decreasing; also find additional updates about road closures, Port Allen operations, neighborhood centers, disaster recovery scams and more.

Earthquake at magnitude-4.0 located south of Pāhala rumbles Big Island

More than 56 "Felt Reports" were sent to the U.S. Geological Survey within the first half-hour following the quake; the farthest away coming from Honolulu, but it was mostly reported felt around the Big Island.

Kūhiō Highway southbound lane closed for emergency water repairs

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative also is repairing transmission poles on the Hanalei side of Hanalei Bridge today, which requires a lane closure with alternating traffic.

Red Cross provides assistance, sheltering on Kaua‘i during and in aftermath of Hurricane Lowell

Teams saw and continue to see significant damage in parts of the island as they work to reach the hardest hit areas; emergency supply distribution and damage assessment teams are making their way into these areas.

Go and Know: Department of Health offers free breast, cervical cancer screenings for eligible women

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Hawaiʻi; an average of 1,287 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and 172 die from the disease each year in the islands.