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The cleanup initiative is a part of the HONOUR — Homeless Outreach Nurturing Our Community — project, which included about 20 unsheltered volunteers who assisted with cleaning up the popular playground; it brought officers and community members together with a shared goal of preserving and enhancing one of the Big Island’s valued public spaces.

The new “Moana” designs inspire guests around the world with a message of exploration — “Voyage beyond the reef” — on all three aircraft ahead of the theatrical release of Disney’s highly anticipated reimagining on July 10.

Kīlauea’s Episode 49 eruption at Halemaʻumaʻu crater has ended, prompting the U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory to lower alert levels.

Electric Vehicle Association names Big Island state Rep. Nicole Lowen as its 2026 Legislative Ambassador of the Year.

Independence Day Parade and Fireworks Extravaganza light up the July 4th holiday in Kailua-Kona; everyone encouraged to join the festivities as entries are still being accepted for this year’s parade.

The main goal of the lawsuit’s petitioner is to stop a proposed 150 bungalow development that is part of the nonprofit’s management plan, which also includes a new cultural education center.

As residents explore the summit through the exclusive Kamaʻāina Observatory Experience they learn firsthand from experts about groundbreaking space research.

David Lopez takes the helm as the new administrator of the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency next month, following the departure of James Barros.

Surf of 8 to 12 feet is expected by late Saturday night and 10 to 14 feet by Sunday afternoon, June 14, through Monday night, June 15.

The 47th annual Telly Awards judging council, which selects the winning entries, featured more than 250 expert judges from Google, HBO, BBC, Netflix and more. More than 13,000 entries from around the globe were submitted this year.

Winners Rianne Angelique Kealohaokalani Kalama Empaynado and Mari Iwata were honored during the club’s Scholarship Dinner Reception, which also featured Hilo-born kānaka maoli surf journalist and communications and marketing professional Daniel Ikaika Ito as keynote speaker.

Coconut rhinoceros beetles damage palm fronds and they pose a direct threat tor local food security, making it critical to detect beetles as early as possible.

After a dramatic journey from elimination to victory, Rhoda Magbitang, the executive chef of CanoeHouse at the Mauna Lani, won the 23rd season of the popular cooking series.

A coastal flooding statement was issued, alerting the public to the possibility of minor flooding along the shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas throughout the entire state, especially near daily peak tide, which will be during the late afternoon and early evening hours.

A total of $450,000 is available for eligible nonprofits, with individual awards ranging from $10,000 to $25,000.

Members of the Hawai‘i business community again had the opportunity to showcase their businesses and products, meet directly with congressional leaders and share the aloha spirit with members of U.S. Congress and District of Columbia community.

The work is part of the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation’s ongoing efforts to maintain the runway and improve takeoff and taxiway operations at the airport.

According to the FBI and data collected by Everytown Research & Policy, firearms are currently the leading cause of death among children, and handguns represent the main weapon used in assaults against law enforcement officers.

Hawaiʻi Island Chapter will host inaugural No Ka ʻOi Hospitality Awards on Monday, June 15, celebrating individuals whose dedication helps create memorable visitor experiences while strengthening one of the island’s most important economic drivers.

President signs new proclamation to open Mau and Ho‘omalu Zones of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, Islands Unit of Mariana Trench Marine National Monument and Rose Atoll Marine National Monument to commercial fishing.