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9-year-old dog dies after being shot by a gun at least 3 times on Big Island

The pet owner had unsucessfully searched for Lehani, who escaped from her fenced yard in Hōlualoa on Friday, but the dog finally made her way home badly injured on Sunday before dying.

Free virtual event to connect thousands of teachers with University of Hawai‘i science research

Science educators around the world will get a front-row seat to groundbreaking research and innovation from the university and the company PocketLab during a free virtual unconference in July.

Hawaiian Electric to conduct aerial inspections of transmission lines across Hawaiʻi Island

Hawaiian Electric is set to enhance the reliability of the electric system by conducting aerial inspections of overhead transmission lines on Hawaiʻi Island.

Senate Bill 2239 signed into law, establishing updated automatic voter registration in Hawaiʻi,

“It may seem like a small change, but [automatic voter registration] will help modernize our election system, reduce administrative costs, improve the accuracy of voter rolls and make it easier for residents to participate in the democratic process. When more people have access to voting, our democracy is stronger,” said Oʻahu state Sen. Stanley Chang, chairperson of Hawaiʻi Senate Housing Committee and lawmaker who introduced the automatic voter registration measure.

Magnitude 3.8 earthquake rattles South Kona

Experts say the tremor is probably not related to the magnitude 6 earthquake that occurred on May 22.

Zonta Club of Hilo gives $20K in scholarships, awards to Big Island women

10 women were awarded by the club this year, including two Barbra An Pleadwell Scholarship recipients, five Women’s Nursing Degree Scholarship winners and three Young Woman in Leadership Award recipients.

Business Monday: Kona Brewing’s historic Kona Pub creating beer garden entrance to make waiting enjoyable

With several renovation phases planned for the entire pub, the first is an estimated $2 million project focusing on the eatery’s curb appeal.

Taste of Hilo raises record $20K for Hawaiʻi Community College students

The gift is the largest annual contribution Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Hawaiʻi has made through Taste of Hilo and reflects the organization’s longstanding commitment to supporting higher education and student success on Hawaiʻi Island.

Inaugural Aviation Day hosted by Hawaiian Airlines to spark student interest in aviation

About 500 students ages 13 to 18 years old attended the June 20 exploratory event aimed at fostering future generations of aviation professionals.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa ranked among world’s top universities by US News and World Report

Two subjects at the university’s flagship campus on O’ahu also placed in the world’s top 50. Another four were ranked in the world’s top 150.

Kapi‘olani Children’s Miracle Network, Kona Walmart to host annual golf benefit

Tournament scheduled June 27 at Kona Country Club; proceeds raised will assist the state’s only full-service maternity, newborn and pediatric specialty Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.

State news briefs for June 21: Monk seal pup relocated, 4th annual Hawaiʻi Made, mental health licensure

A quick look at news happening throughout the state.

National report recognizes Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission

The commission received national recognition in the 2026 LGBTQ+ State Business Climate Index, published this month by Out Leadership, which highlighted Hawaiʻi’s efforts to foster inclusion and support LGBTQ+ residents and families.

Teen on Kauaʻi with Down Syndrome turns beach sand messages into business

Katrina Louise Martinez and her daughter, Ella Joy Marinez, have turned a loving habit of crafting sand messages into a unique company, Sand Scribletz.

Hawai‘i Police Department Kona Community Policing Section to host first ‘Fill a Cruiser’ Back-to-School Supplies Drive

The Kona Police Station, located at 74‑611 Hale Makai Place in Kailua‑Kona, is also accepting back‑to‑school supply donations prior to the event.

Don’t let it go! Get your tickets now to experience magic of Disney’s ‘Frozen’ on Palace Theater stage

The curtain already fell on two performances, and we’d almost wager you’re not building a snowman — no matter if you want to or not. So there’s no reason to wait, especially if it’s the first time in forever you will catch a live show at historic Palace Theater in downtown Hilo.

Savor a dynamic, unforgettable performance during ‘Voice of the Earth’

The evening will showcase and celebrate Japan’s musical tradition with taiko, shakuhachi and shinobue as well as feature Puna Taiko and Taishoji Taiko from 5:30 to 8 p.m. June 20 at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Performing Arts Center.

Hateful, threatening message posted on social media about Big Island state lawmaker

The message, posted the morning of June 16 on Facebook, was attached to an invite by Puna state Sen. Joy San Buenaventura to community members for them to join her for a party June 20 in Kea‘au.

Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association awards $75K in scholarships to 15 high school seniors from throughout islands

Kealakehe High School senior Giselle Minez-Cruz and Makua Lani Christian Academy senior Aysha Pham were the 2026 Kaimana Scholars from Hawaiʻi County.

State releases first comprehensive children, youth fiscal map

New resource provides detailed analysis of public investments supporting keiki from prenatal years through young adulthood.
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