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Queen Lili‘uokalani Long Distance Outrigger Races Scheduled
The world’s largest long distance outrigger canoe race welcomes paddlers from around the world to its starting line for five days of exciting canoe racing…
VIDEO UPDATE: Tour Group Nabbed Sneaking Into Explosive Summit Area
A tour guide based in France and a tour group of 13 people were caught early Monday morning sneaking into the erupting summit crater of Kīlauea volcano.
Hawai‘i Senate Approves 318 Bills
Hawai‘i State Senators approved 318 bills on third reading on Tuesday, March 7.
Hawai‘i to Pursue Legal Action on Travel Ban
The State of Hawai‘i intends to pursue legal action regarding President Donald Trump’s new travel ban.
UPDATE: Hilo Girl Dies as Result of Accident
Hawai‘i County Fire Department personnel responded to the report of an injured 2-year-old girl at 120 Pu‘u‘eo St. in Hilo on the afternoon of March 3, 2017.
WNW Fading Today, New XL Swell Prompts Warning
West-northwest is fading today. New west-northwest is filling in late Wednesday into Thursday. This is expected to be a warning level swell. The northwest…
Many Weather Alerts Posted Wednesday Morning
Unsettled weather, with heavy rain and thunderstorms is possible through Thursday a strong disturbances passes over the state. Heavy rain is most likely along a stalled…
Flash Flood Watch Issued for All Islands
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a Flash Flood Watch for all islands through Wednesday March 8.
DOH Lifts Suspension of Meadow Gold 2%
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health today lifted the suspension of Meadow Gold Dairies’ 2% reduced-fat milk products.
Kona Brewers Festival March 11
The Kona Brewers Festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 11, 2017, at the Courtyard King Kamehmeha’s Kona Beach Hotel in Kailua-Kona Village.
Strong Thunderstorm Headed Toward Hilo
The National Weather Service warns Hilo area residents that a strong thunderstorm will affect parts of Hawai‘i County.
Hawai‘i Joins 39 States in Drug Price Suit
Attorney General Doug Chin recently announced that Hawai‘i joined 39 states in a federal antitrust lawsuit over inflated drug prices.
Shaka Tea Poised for Expansion
Shaka Tea, the first line of iced teas brewed from Hawaiian-grown māmaki, has closed its first angel round of investment.
Sen. Schatz to Fight NOAA Funding Cuts
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement after a Washington Post report revealed that the Trump Administration plans to make deep cuts to NOAA.
UPDATE: Group Offers Reward for Monk Seal Killer
A 15-year-old endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal known as R4DP was found dead on a beach near ʻEleʻele on Kaua‘i on Feb. 23, 2017.
Disturbance Nears Islands, Showers Increasing
Light winds and hazy skies are forecast through Tuesday. Late Tuesday into Wednesday showers are expected to increase in coverage as a disturbance nears the islands. Heavy…
Safe Route to School Workshops in Hilo & Kohala
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation will hold Safe Routes to School (SRTS) informational workshops in Hilo and North Kohala.
Public School Teachers to Sign Wave Before Tuesday Classes
Thousands of public school teachers, parents and students will participate in “Schools Our Keiki Deserve Sign Waving and Walk-in” before school begins March 7.
Attorney Gen. Responds to Trump’s New Executive Order
Attorney General Doug Chin issued the following statement today in response to the new executive order banning immigration from several Muslim-majority countries. “This new executive order is nothing more than Muslim Ban 2.0. Under the pretense of national security, it still targets immigrants and refugees. It leaves the door open for even further restrictions. Our […]
Rep. Gabbard Comments on Revised Refugee Ban
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard released a statement in response to President Donald Trump’s announcement of a newly revised travel ban.
