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Who is Jacob Baker? He’s in a viral video with a bong, served time in California, and has a baby girl
Nobody knows why the 36-year-old allegedly murdered three elderly men he knew in Puna. May 29, 2026 · 05:00am
Volcano Watch: What caused the major shake-up May 22 on the Big Island?
The base of Mauna Loa sitting on top of the old oceanic crust is only 6 miles below sea level, so the major magnitude-6.0 earthquake the night of Friday, May 22, happened deeper than the volcano — even deeper than the base of the ocean crust, which is bent downward by the weight of the Hawaiian Island chain.News BREAKING UPDATE: Triple murder suspect found hiding in cave in Puna; taken into custody…
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Who is Jacob Baker? He’s in a viral video with a bong, served time in California, and has a baby girl
Nobody knows why the 36-year-old allegedly murdered three elderly men he knew in Puna.
Volcano Watch: What caused the major shake-up May 22 on the Big Island?
The base of Mauna Loa sitting on top of the old oceanic crust is only 6 miles below sea level, so the major magnitude-6.0 earthquake the night of Friday, May 22, happened deeper than the volcano — even deeper than the base of the ocean crust, which is bent downward by the weight of the Hawaiian Island chain.
University of Hawaiʻi leadership, federal education officials meet, tour research facilities
The visit also provided an opportunity for federal Education Department leadership to learn more about the University of Hawaiʻi’s research enterprise, student success initiatives, workforce development efforts and higher education programs.
Six motorists arrested for DUI on Big Island roadways during week of May 11-17
Three of the arrests occurred in Hilo and the other three in South Kohala, according to Hawai‘i Island police.
Hawai‘i Island police investigate murder in Hilo; unrelated to triple homicides in Puna, officials say
A female was found in Hilo unresponsive with multiple injuries to her head and face early Thursday morning.
BREAKING UPDATE: Triple murder suspect found hiding in cave in Puna; taken into custody without incident
The suspect, 36-year-old Jake Baker, was captured on Red Road in Kaimu near Kalapana, according to a resident who took video of the arrest.
News briefs for May 28: Cultural festival, food and wine fest, marketing workshop, scholarship winners
A brief look at news and events happening throughout the state and around the Big Island.
Penesa of Samoa blazes to victory, claims 2026 World Fireknife Championship crown
Falaniko Solomona Penesa of Samoa claimed the top spot in the elite men’s division, outperforming Hikitahi Piokoe of Arue, Tahiti, who placed second, and Kenshi Jordan of Ishigaki, Japan, who finished third.
Petroglyph boardwalk reopens at national historical park in North Kona
The boardwalk was closed for several months for repairs.
Puna community on edge as manhunt continues Thursday on Big Island for suspect in triple homicide
The murders of three men within less than 48 hours and ongoing search for 36-year-old armed and extremely dangerous suspect Jacob “Jake” Daniel Baker are causing fear, unease, frustration, grief and more among residents.
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News briefs for May 28: Cultural festival, food and wine fest, marketing workshop, scholarship winners
A brief look at news and events happening throughout the state and around the Big Island.
Penesa of Samoa blazes to victory, claims 2026 World Fireknife Championship crown
Falaniko Solomona Penesa of Samoa claimed the top spot in the elite men’s division, outperforming Hikitahi Piokoe of Arue, Tahiti, who placed second, and Kenshi Jordan of Ishigaki, Japan, who finished third.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 29-June 4: Punk rock, Hawaiian music fest, keiki camps, “WHAAM!” and more
A great variety of events, activities, festivals and more is once again available for people of all ages; check out this week’s top 10 to see what piques your interests!
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Maui Surf Forecast for May 29, 2026
A series of south-southwest swells will produce elevated surf along southern shores through much of the week. A mix of south and south- southwest swells will...
Maui Matsuri recognizes NAPA – United Auto Parts and Restaurant Matsu with 2026 Business Award
The 24th annual Maui Matsuri named NAPA – United Auto Parts and Restaurant Matsu as this year’s Business Award recipients for their commitment to the community, which has been a reflection of core values passed down through generations.
OHA Board decides against pursuing purchase of local television station
The Board of Trustees of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs today voted against a proposal to fund due diligence concerning the potential purchase of local television station KITV Island News and KIKU TV.
New dates and locations added for FEMA and SBA in-person support for recovery from Kona Low storms
Survivors of the March 10–24, 2026 Kona Low flooding in the City and County of Honolulu, as well as Hawaiʻi and Maui counties can receive in-person assistance from FEMA and the US Small Business Administration at Local Recovery Centers operated by state, local and nonprofit partners. The deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 14, 2026.
Mana Mentors Lahaina Youth Surf Team earns top finishes, inspires community through resilience
West Maui nonprofit Mana Mentors is celebrating a standout first season for its Lahaina Youth Surf Team, with several young athletes capturing top finishes at Duke's Legends of the Bay and the Hawaiʻi Surfing Association State Championships.
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Teen sailor saves young seabird in distress offshore of Kauaʻi beach during Mother’s Day outing
The family holiday celebration became an unexpected wildlife rescue when Hawaiʻi Technology Academy student and Kauaʻi Sailing Association member Xavier Prentice bravely swam out and retrieved the struggling juvenile koaʻe kea, inspiring his community to better protect native Hawaiian birds.
Hawaiʻi Funding Project: Making visible resource flow into Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi Funding Project pulls from disparate funding and data sources, providing access to visualizations and data to explore funding at the most relevant and useful depth; it is a direct response to questions about federal funding disruptions early in 2025.
The $300M threat: University of Hawaiʻi seeks community input to stop invasive fruit flies
The survey seeks feedback from farmers, home gardeners, landscapers and others to assist College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience understand the status of the fruit fly pest and refine strategies to manage it.
