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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.

Hawaiʻi Island police chief announces four leadership promotions

Effective May 1, the Hawaiʻi Police Department now has a new major, captain and two assistant chiefs.

Hawaiian Electric employees raise more than $330K for local charities in 2025

Funds totaling $48,697.69 raised by Hawaiʻi Island employees for Hawaiʻi Island United Way will support 36 health and human services programs that reach thousands of Hawaiʻi Island families and individuals each year.
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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.

USS Missouri marks 40 years since recommissioning with ceremony, exhibit

Veterans reunite aboard their ship four decades later at Pearl Harbor to honor service, legacy and enduring spirit of the Mighty Mo.

Hawai‘i Business Chevron Forward

Hawaiian Electric employees raise more than $330K for local charities in 2025
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue brings taste of Hawaiʻi to fast-growing Georgia community
Business briefs for May 4: Hannemann retiring, elevated island dining, Rome flight and A Day at the Beach
Business Monday: Hale Kanikapila brings new energy to a familiar space in downtown Hilo

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

UPDATE: Episode 46 lava fountaining ends at summit of Kīlauea, about 9 hours after it began
Kīlauea alert level escalates from advisory to watch due to precursory lava overflow
Volcano Watch: Kīlauea summit eruptions outside Halemaʻumaʻu Crater
Volcano Watch: Shallow earthquakes, ground deformation at Kīlauea’s summit highlight hazards near Halemaʻumaʻu

Ocean Blog Chevron Forward

Search suspended for fishing vessel crewman more than 1,200 miles offshore of Hawai‘i
Study reveals robust seasonal cycles among vast diverse ocean microbial communities
Delegates from Polynesian Voyaging Society, Kamehameha Schools conclude 10-day visit to Taiwan
Historic Hōkūleʻa maiden deep-sea voyage launched 50 years ago May 1

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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 […]

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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.

Hawaiʻi Foodbank’s new mobile truck offers lifeline on Kauaʻi’s remote North Shore

The mobile site is made possible through a partnership with the Wainiha Country Market, whose owner and operator, Joell Edwards, offered free space for the mobile food truck.

Registration opens on Kauaʻi for free basketball clinic in partnership with UH Hilo

Online registration is limited to 50 participants and begins at 8 a.m. Friday, May 8, at the Kauaʻi Parks and Recreation website.