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ACLU of Hawai‘i asks county leaders not to collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement

The ACLU of Hawaiʻi is investigating concerns about how Immigration and Customs Enforcement warrants are executed, potential use of excessive force, and other violations of law.

Update: High surf advisory cancelled for the south shores of Hawaiʻi Island today

Above average surf will continue along south facing shores, but will remain below advisory thresholds. 

Temporary one-way traffic pattern on Ali‘i Drive will change back to two-way road

Hawai‘i County created the one-way road, from Kailua Pier to the Hualālai Road intersection, to add free parking stalls to combat concerns over the extreme parking prices at privately owned lots in the downtown area.

Hawai‘i County Council passes nearly $1 billion budget for FY 2025-26

Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda said the passing of the budget shows unity between the county council and administration, adding the council members understand the county needs and the administration understands theirs.

Hawaiʻi County proposes new fees for zoo, increased fees for equestrian center

Community members voiced their concerns during a hearing on the County of Hawaiʻi’s fee changes that are set to begin July 1 at the Panaʻewa Recreational Complex’ zoo and equestrian center.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 5-12: King Kamehameha and World Ocean day celebrations, Holy Ghost Feast, HI-larious Improv and more

Whether you love comedy, the ocean, samba or celebrating Kamehameha the Great, there is plenty of things to do this week on Hawaiʻi Island.

Hawai‘i County officials respond to water main leak in South Kohala

The leak is located south of the intersection of Māmalahoa Highway and Parker Historical House Road, on the west side of Waimea Town.

Crews depart from Hilo on an ancestral journey to circumnavigate the Pacific Ocean

Nainoa Thompson leads a crew of seven on a traditional navigation and deep immersion into nature while retracing Kealaikahiki, the ancestral sea road to Tahiti.

Hawai‘i County mayor proclaims June 3, 2025, Maia Kealoha Day for 8-year-old star in ‘Lilo & Stitch’

Maia Kealoha of Kona is just getting started. She already filmed another movie, “The Wrecking Crew,” with stars Jason Mamoa and Morena Baccarin.

Required licenses to be issued this month for the upcoming hunting season

Effective June 15, the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife will begin issuing hunting licenses and stamps for the new hunting season. The date of issuance will be through June 30, 2026. 

Long-awaited pharmacy expansion at Kona Community Hospital complete

The expansion includes a new compounding suite that will allow the hospital to safely prepare medications – including chemotherapy drugs – on-site.

Hawaiʻi Island residents encouraged to participate in community survey

The anonymous online survey, which is available through July 31, aims to capture the voices and sentiments of residents.

‘Labor of love:’ Artist enters 5th year creating stained glass mosaic mural for Kona airport

In a studio tucked away on a quiet street in Waimea, artist Calley O’Neill is working on a 7-foot by 7-foot stained glass mosaic of native Hawaiian kukui and māmane trees. She has completed a variety of other stained glass mosaics, including a pueo (Hawaiian owl), which was sketched out on paper and brought to […]

One of Wailoa Center’s most popular juried art shows going international

15th annual ‘Abstract Only’ art exhibit seeks entries from Hawai’i and Shanghai in first-of-its-kind cultural exchange: ‘Art knows no borders, and artistic wealth should belong to everyone,’ Shanghai Abstract Painting Society President Xu Demin said in the call for submissions.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 30-June 5: Kaʻū Coffee Festival, Justin Morris & Company, Hilo Pride Kick-Off Party and more

What’s on the agenda for the upcoming weekend and next week? Well, there’s art exhibits, concerts, workshops, festivals and a lot more. Check out this week’s top 10 now!

$1.66M in emergency assistance available for Native Hawaiian ʻohana

Kūkulu Kahua offers onetime support for emergency needs — such as rent, utilities and funeral expenses — paired with access to financial counseling and wraparound services designed to empower families on their journey toward economic resilience.

Beware ‘The Barnacle’: Police warn Kona residents about possible parking violation scam

Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating after receiving multiple reports about a parking enforcement device known as “The Barnacle” being placed on vehicle windshields at the top of Napoʻopoʻo Road.

Convicted felon charged with stealing an 84-year-old man’s car

Charges stem from an incident on May 24, when an 84-year-old man reported his vehicle stolen.

Hawaiʻi Army National Guard convoy activity continues this week on Big Island

Convoy activity began May 18 and will continue daily through the end of this week from Kawaihae Harbor to Pōhakuloa Training Area within the window of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. as Guard prepares for annual training exercises.

Hundreds of East Hawai‘i keiki accept DARE to lead safe and healthy lives

Hawai‘i Police Department, school resource officers and their partners host full day of fun and exciting events to celebrate graduates of 2025 Drug Abuse Resistance Education — or DARE — program.
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