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Schatz visits Keauhou Bird Conservation Center, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
The U.S. senator, a Hawai’i Democrat and senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has been able to secure millions of dollars in federal funding to help protect native Hawaiian birds and rebuild infrastructure at the national park.
University of Hawai‘i leads research in developing tool to forecast coral disease
Insights gleaned from the tool can help managers better understand localized risks of coral disease and develop timely strategies for intervention.
Volcano Watch — Beyond the lava: Mauna Loa’s deformation story
The most recent Mauna Loa eruptions in 1975, 1984, and 2022 each offer unique insights into this volcano’s eruptive behavior.
Elderly man found beaten in Hilo; suspect in custody
The suspect’s bail was set at $120,000. He’s scheduled to appear in court on Friday.
FAA investigates helicopter hard landing in West Hawai‘i
The Robinson R22 helicopter made its hard landing at around 8:45 a.m.
40 earthquakes recorded beneath Kīlauea summit over the past day
While the volcano is not erupting, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports changes in the character and location of unrest can occur quickly, as can the potential for eruption.
Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response plans to open sea turtle ER, rehab center
Plans for the new care center have been in development for 5 years and got a kick start this year by being awarded a $13,200 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. It should begin accepting patients this summer.
UH-Hilo alumna, mentors use AI to tackle issues facing Japan’s aging population
The innovative program also included students from three Japan universities and the University of Northern Colorado also participated in the innovative program with a focus on “AI and the Future of an Aging Society.”Jackson participated because of her interest in the intersection of artificial intelligence and physical therapy.
New study: Household food inseurity highest on Big Island
The findings of a new study commissioned by the Hawaiʻi Foodbank detailing the state of food insecurity throughout Hawai’i in 2023 is setting off alarm bells.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 30-June 5: Kaʻū Coffee Festival, A Night of Island Stars, an all-inclusive canoe regatta and more
The Big Island certainly isn’t calming down heading into the summer months. In fact, it looks like the enterainment, festival, music and event scenes are heating up.
State to launch 3 new online tools for those claiming unemployment
The new tools are part of a package of improvements the Hawai‘i Department of Labor and Industrial Relations is rolling out to make the claims process easier.
KAPA DJ in running for title of ‘Favorite Chef’
Darde Gamayo is in the running to win $25,000 and have one of her food dishes photographed and published in “Taste of Home” magazine. She is up against 19 other home cooks nationwide.
Police renew request for info about endangered elderly woman missing since 2017
Because of her age and a medical condition that requires her to take medication, 75-year-old Glynda Evangelista is consider an endangered missing person. Her family continues to seek answers.
Military convoys to be on West Hawai‘i roadways through June 10
The four separate daily convoys from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. between Pōhakuloa Training Area to Kawaihae began May 29.
Big Island police seek 15-year-old girl reported as runaway
Meali‘i Roney was last seen April 19 at her mother’s residence on Lehua Lane in Ocean. It is unknown what she was wearing.
Nā Leo TV hosts awards ceremony for inaugural Youth Media Challenge
The initiative drew more than 250 Big Island youths between 11 and 24 years old and participation from 24 schools.
University of Hawai‘i to host intelligence summer program second year in a row
The program introduces students to a wide variety of concepts including power and contemporary world politics since 1945, with an emphasis on the U.S. role.
Gov. Green signs bills in an effort to unlock affordable housing in Hawaiʻi
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., highlighted the achievements of the 2024 legislative session to unlock more affordable housing across the state in a ceremony at the State Capitol. Green underscored the collaborative efforts behind several significant bills aimed at addressing the state’s housing crisis.
COVID-19 cases on the rise in Hawai‘i
The state’s new Respiratory Disease Dashboard shows that COVID-19 is at the yellow, or medium activity level, meaning the virus is circulating at higher levels than would be expected based on historic trends.
Hawai‘i Island police renew request for information on 2022 traffic fatality
On Aug. 24, 2022, at approximately 6:20 a.m., South Hilo patrol officers responded to the Puainako Street extension near mile marker 3 for a report of a male who had reportedly been struck by a vehicle.