Latest Election Results
Hawaiʻi County Council
District 1- KIMBALL, Heather L.56.4%
- DEL ROSARIO, Ren32.8%
- PENN, BJ4.9%
Hawaiʻi County Council
District 2- KAGIWADA, Jennifer (Jenn)46.5%
- BOTELHO, Wendy S.16.3%
- FUKUSHIMA, JoNelle (Jo)14.4%
- BAUTISTA, Blaine Kenji13.0%
- HALVERSEN, William John1.7%
Hawaiʻi County Council
District 3- ONISHI, Dennis (Fresh)59.2%
- CHANG, Kelton K.34.1%
Hawaiʻi County Council
District 4- OHARA, Eileen33.6%
- ENRIQUEZ, Lloyd K.24.3%
- HOFFELD, Cyd L. (Makanui)17.3%
- BURROWS, Shannon (Smiley)15.9%
Hawaiʻi County Council
District 5- MATSON, Shannon Lopeka22.5%
- RODENHURST, Ikaika21.8%
- KANEALII-KLEINFELDER, Dawn20.8%
- TUPA'I, Jr18.4%
- MAKUAOLE-PERRIN, Chantel9.8%
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District 6- ENRIQUES, Guy27.7%
- AKI, Zed Kaapana20.8%
- CANELAS, Justin R.19.0%
- MASTERS, Jason R15.6%
- JONES, Kyle Kepano7.0%
Hawaiʻi County Council
District 7- POWERS, Manu58.7%
- OMBAC, Edgar B. (Eddie O)19.0%
- HENRIQUES, Mark G.11.2%
Governor
Democratic- GREEN, Josh81.8%
- SHIM, Lauren Kapoliahi'iaka5.0%
- LUCAS-TADEO, George (Teva)3.6%
- BOURGOIN, Duke2.0%
Governor
Republican- CORDERY, Gary66.6%
- FUJIYAMA, Ken21.2%
Governor
Nonpartisan- HILL, Bu Laia12.8%
- WILLIAMSON, Calvert A.8.4%
- LEWMAN, Clyde McClain (Mac)4.9%
- GIUFFRE, John M. (Raghu)3.8%
Lieutenant Governor
Democratic- KAWAKAMI, Derek S.K.62.2%
- BELATTI, Della Au24.5%
- CHOI, John5.8%
- PULETASI, Sam1.0%
- CUADRA, Ku L. (Bobby)0.6%
Lieutenant Governor
Republican- ANTHONY, Daniel31.1%
- MEJIA, Margaret Rose19.8%
- PETERS, Robert E.16.3%
- CRESENCIA, Hopelin (Hope)14.8%
Lieutenant Governor
Nonpartisan- KAMAU, Kilakila24.7%
State Representative
District 14 · Democratic- PATEL, Sne31.5%
- OLSON, Ashley29.4%
- BALINBIN, Kanamu23.0%
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Big Island News
Public Invited to shape conservation at East Hawaiʻi Local Working Group meeting
The Local Working Group advises Natural Resources Conservation Service, ensuring conservation programs are tailored to East Hawaiʻi’s unique needs; together, these stakeholders collaborate to strengthen conservation efforts throughout the region.
Hawaiʻi Island chefs promote local foods with free recipe giveaway
Discover the flavorful fusion of locally sourced ingredients through the Kona Kohala Chefs Association’s new initiative, “Local Foods in Island Recipes.”
Warning signs of artificial intelligence ‘doctor’ scams revealed by health experts
Patients seeking answers about their health are urged to think twice before trusting health advice from social media as fake medical endorsements become increasingly convincing.
50 years of Aloha ʻĀina with Protect Kahoʻolawe ʻOhana to be celebrated at Bishop Museum
Museum plans series of presentations in honor of the group’s half-century and a recommitment to Aloha ʻĀina movement.
UPDATE: Previously closed portion of Hāmākua roadway reopen to traffic
Big Island police updated the public earlier the morning of Aug. 9 after part of Kapuna Road was closed to traffic the evening of Aug. 8 after utility lines fell across the roadway.
News briefs for Aug. 9: Honolulu police drones, commemorative ribbon, Little League winners and more
A quick look at news happening throughout the state and beyond.
Hawai‘i Education Association awards scholarships to 2 Hawai‘i Island educators
Third-grade teacher Joy Paul at Hōlualoa Elementary School and veteran educator Nolan Yamaki at Ernest Bowen deSilva Elementary School in Hilo each received $1,000 Hawai‘i Education Association Ronald K. Toma Scholarships for Professional Learning.
Trouble brewing: Two tropical waves in Central and East Pacific have good chance of tropical cyclone formation within next week
The results are in and it again seems time to prepare to batten down the hatches and get storm ready as something wicked this way could be coming.
Minor coastal flooding possible through midweek during high tide
A coastal flooding statement will be in effect from noon Aug. 9 through the afternoon of Aug. 11 for southern, southeastern, eastern and northern Big Island shorelines.
Incumbents clean up in 2026 Democratic primaries for state and national seats
Outgoing Kaua’i Mayor Derek Kawakami also wins Democratic primary for lieutenant governor, moving on to the Nov. 3 general election in which he will face off against Republican primary winner Daniel Anthony and likely one nonpartisan candidate.
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Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site celebrating 54th anniversary with free Hawaiian Cultural Festival
Kamehameha the Great, the first person to unite the warring islands into the Kingdom of Hawai’i, had the major temple built by thousands and thousands of men from 1790 to 1791.
2026 ‘Ohina Labs application deadline quickly approaching for filmmakers
There’s just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.
Keiki invited to participate in second annual Youth Music Showcase
Participation is limited to the first 15 performances, with a maximum of three performances in each category each limited to 3 minutes; registration deadline is Aug. 22.
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Maui Surf Forecast for August 10, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain near the August average through Monday as overlapping south swells impact the islands. Surf looks to slowly building...
‘Art of the Aloha Shirt’ unbuttons at the MACC’s Schaefer International Gallery, Aug. 11-Oct. 3
Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Schaefer International Gallery will open "Keoni of Hawaiʻi: Art of the Aloha Shirt" on Tuesday, an exhibition tracing the early history of the aloha shirt through the work of designer John "Keoni" Meigs.
Maui police launch murder investigation after fatal assault in Kahului
Maui police have launched a second degree murder investigation into the death of a 71-year-old man in Kahului, Thursday night.
Two people killed, four other injured in Polaris crash on Molokaʻi
Two people died as a result of a rollover accident involving a Polaris utility terrain vehicle (UTV) near Hālawa Valley Park on Molokaʻi, Saturday. The incident occurred on at around 10:57 p.m. on Aug. 8, 2026, on Kamehameha V Highway near Mile 28.
Kaua‘i Now
University of Hawaiʻi to replace the fundraising and membership program for student athletes
The University of Hawaiʻi is launching Bows Athletics Club to ehance support for nearly 500 student-athletes.
Green appoints Danielle Bass to represent Senate District 18
Danielle Bass was appointed following the retirement of state Sen. Michelle Kidani and will represent the district until a successor elected in the Nov. 3 general election takes office.
Kauai Weather Forecast for August 10, 2026
Trades continue with breezy winds through Monday before weakening slightly Tuesday, then strengthening again Wednesday through Friday. Moisture will...
