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53-year-old in critical condition after crashing his motorcycle in Pāhoa
The male motorcycle operator was arrested for driving a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant.
K9 Trina helps Hawaiʻi Island police find missing juvenile in Waikōloa
Trina led officers to a brush-covered area about 150 yards from the residence on the Big Island, where the juvenile was located in good health.
Flood advisory issued for northern districts of Hawai‘i Island
Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, with the heaviest showers upslope of Waimea.
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation statewide stream cleanups roundup: Hawai‘i Island
Crews on Aug. 16 began clearing Kainahola Stream in Kapaʻa along Kapaʻa Bypass Road; an estimated completion date will be released as work progresses.
Aspiring ‘culturally competent’ physician: University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo undergrad selected as Newman Civic Fellow
Puna resident, biology major and Bonner Leader Lexy Ramos was tabbed for the national honor for her commitment to healthcare equity and community leadership around Hawaiʻi Island.
Volunteers across the Big Island helped Hurricane Lala recovery in shelters, on horseback, with a benefit concert
Volunteers reflect on Hurricane Lala response and how they were able to help their neighbors in Kaʻū recover following the devastation.
Water service restoration efforts continue for remaining Waiʻōhinu, South Point Road customers
Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply continues assessment and recovery efforts following Hurricane Lala, impacts from which significantly damaged water system infrastructure, especially in the Nā‘ālehu-Waiʻōhinu area; about 60 accounts remain without service.
$2M award to be used to develop artificial intelligence tools to protect food production systems
The 4-year project, a partnership between University of Hawaiʻi and University of Nebraska, began Sept. 1 and will combine artificial intelligence, environmental sampling, advanced genetic analysis and high-resolution chemical analysis to identify and monitor potential risks to aquaculture, livestock and agricultural systems.
UPDATE: Previously closed portion of Daniel K. Inouye Highway reopen
The highway was closed earlier Saturday evening, between Old Saddle Road and Highway 190, because of a traffic crash.
15-day extension granted to US Navy, NASA on final environmental impact statement for Pacific Missile Range Facility, Kōkeʻe observatory
Granting the 15-day extension provides a 45-day acceptance period, the maximum allowable time by state law; the state now has until Sept. 29 to decide on impact statement connected with an application to renew a lease for the Kauaʻi state lands on which the facilities sit.
Flood watch in effect Sunday evening through Tuesday afternoon for entire state
Moisture along the eastern flank of Hurricane Lowell will bring periods of heavy rain to the main Hawaiian Islands late Sunday through Tuesday.
Hawaiʻi Island Early Childhood Education Conference scheduled Sept. 11-12
Conference participants will explore Hawaiʻi Island as a living classroom, with workshops connecting the island’s unique resources, people and places with effective teaching strategies for early childhood education.
Applications now being accepted for Legacy Land Conservation Program land acquisition grants
The Legacy Land program since its inception in 2005 facilitated contributions of more than $73 million from the State Land Conservation Fund for acquisition of 55 properties and more than 31,000 acres statewide.
Big Island lane closures for week of Sept. 5-11
In observance of Labor Day on Sept. 7 there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted; all closures and road work is weather permitting.
He ʻike ʻana i ka pono: One has seen the right thing to do and has done it
Vibrant Hawaiʻi Chief Executive Officer Janice Ikeda writes about how her nonprofit during the past 2 weeks since Hurricane Lala wreaked havoc on the Big Island has seen the power of collaboration, purpose of coordination and what becomes possible when people come together to put their aloha into action.
Hawaiʻi County Council defers bill to increase monthly sewer rates, create new hotel class to pay for rising wastewater costs
A 2026 sewer rate study by wastewater consulting service FG Solutions found that the annual revenue from monthly sewer fees amounts to only about 52% of the Hawaiʻi County wastewater division’s costs to maintain and operate the system.
First Tee-Hawai‘i opens registration for programs statewide; sessions rolling out now
Parents and guardians can register their children and teens ages 7 to 17 years old now for the youth development program that helps keiki build strength of character while hitting the links.
Community resource centers, online applications available to people impacted by Kona earthquake
Vibrant Hawaiʻi social service navigators at the centers will provide in-person assistance with applications and help residents navigate available disaster recovery resources.
September flight operations announced by Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Management of the park requires the use of aircraft for several reasons, including search-and-rescue missions and law enforcement operations as well as supporting management of natural and cultural resources, among others; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory also could need to conduct additional flights to assess volcanic activity and maintain instrumentation.
