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TMT Hearing: Can Hawaiian Culture & Science Co-Exist?
Hawaiian culture versus science: This type of perspective has been used to argue that Native Hawaiians’ have no interest in science…
Pāhoa Students Protest Trump Inauguration
Hawai’i Academy of Arts Students in Pāhoa joined together in a peaceful protest event.
WNW Fading, Trade Swell Builds to Advisory Levels
Our current west-northwest swell is expected to fade over…
Forecast: Winds Gusting up to 60 mph Over Weekend
Trade winds are forecast to increase as a front approaches the state from the northwest. The front will move across the smaller islands Saturday and stall near…
Water Restriction Notice for North Kona
Due to ongoing repairs to its wells in North Kona, the Department of Water Supply is issuing a Notice of Water Restriction Notice.
Large Surf for West Side, New WNW Fills in
Our current west-northwest swell is expected to start easing Friday but a reinforcement is right behind it. The new swell is expected…
Variable Winds to Start, Gusty Winds Tonight
Winds are transitioning to light and variables Friday as a front approaches from the northwest. This front is forecast to move across most of the state…
UPDATE: Beaches/Parks Reopen
Following a recommendation from Hawai‘i County Ocean Safety, the DLNR Division of State Parks today closed some beach areas.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.7 Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a magnitude 6.7 earthquake (preliminary measurement) occurred at 1:04 p.m. today in the Solomon Islands region.
Matson to Pay $725,000 More for Molasses Spill
Today, the EPA announced a settlement with Matson over federal Clean Water Act violations relating to the September 2013 molasses spill into Honolulu Harbor.
Exploring USGS Volcano Observatories—Part 3: California
As part of Volcano Awareness Month, our January Volcano Watch articles are exploring the USGS’ volcano observatories and their connections to Hawai‘i.
UPDATE 2: Kailua-Kona Man Charged in Home Robbery
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a reported robbery in an apartment early today in Kailua-Kona.
Annual Kā Moku o Keawe Makahiki Festival
Hundreds of people of all ages will meet at Waimea Park on Saturday, Jan. 21, for a day filled with camaraderie, fun and traditional Makahiki games.
Mitsubishi Electric Championship Set for Scenic Hualalai
l\Legendary figures in the game of golf are set to compete the week of Jan. 16 to 21.
Help Restore Native Forests With Nāpu‘u Conservation Outreach
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Pu’u Wa’awa’a Ahupua’a Program has many volunteer opportunities for the community. Their mission, as stated…
High Winds Expected for Weekend, Today’s Forecast
Moderate to breezy trade winds are expected through Thursday with winds becoming light and variable Thursday night and Friday as a front approaches. The front will pass…
High Surf Warning in Effect for Kona Side
A new elevated west-northwest swell is expected to peak Thursday up to double overhead at the best exposures. The swell starts easing into Friday…
Three Rescued From Sunken Vessel Off Big Island
Three boaters were rescued by the Coast Guard after their 48-foot sailing vessel, Bobo Link, sank 2.5 miles off of Hapuna Beach today.
UPDATE 2: High Surf Warning Downgraded to Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the West-facing shores of Kohala, Kona and Ka‘u through Thursday, Jan.
St. Joseph School Earns Highest Ranking
St. Joseph School in Hilo is the No. 1 Catholic high school in the state.
