Hawai'i State News
New zero-interest loan program for University of Hawai‘i engineering students
The initiative intends to help students with proven need while also meeting the state’s workforce demand for engineers.
Big Island Democrats invite voters to meet party candidates at July 19 rally
Numerous candidates running in the August 2024 Primary Election will gather at the event at Mo‘oheau Bandstand in downtown Hilo.
Zonta Club of Hilo awards $15,400 in scholarships to women
Two winners have been advanced to compete for additional awards and scholarships at the district and international levels of Zonta.
Police seek elderly Volcano man last seen in May; only recently reported missing
William Hammett is considered an endangered missing person due to his age.
Downtown Hilo robbery suspect charged following reported assault of drone surveyors
Kukaua Keli’iho’oluhi Kaupe Bright remains in custody pending his initial court appearance, as he is unable to post bail set at $12,100.
‘He who speaks softly yet moves mountains’: Late Big Island lawmaker Mark Nakashima praised by family, friends, colleagues and constituents
The 61-year-old who grew up in Honoka‘a and was first elected in 2008 to the District 1 state House seat was impeccably commited to public service and unwaveringly dedicated to the people of his district and the entire state.
Beat the heat: Statewide campaign aimed at keeping residents, visitors safe during hottest months of year
While Hawaiʻi is known for its moderate climate and cooling trade winds, rising temperatures and high relative humidity pose a significant health risk.
Upgrading tradition: Drones aid restoration, resilience of Native Hawaiian fishponds
Researchers from the University of Hawai‘i and fishpond stewards in Hilo are using these unmanned aerial vehicles to support integrated coastal zone management, including at cultural heritage sites.
Big Island state lawmaker Mark Nakashima dies; flags ordered at half-staff
“This is a tremendous loss for the Hāmākua, Hilo and Kaʻūmana community and the House of Representatives. Mark served his community and our state with dignity and respect. He will be missed. Our heartfelt condolences go to Mark’s family during this time.” — Hawai’i House Speaker Scott K. Saiki
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologists revisit eruption site, discover cracking, more
Their mission was to remove temporary webcams deployed during a recent eruption and move them to nearby Cone Peak.
253 bills signed into law by Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green
Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green has enacted 253 of the 260 bills passed during the 2024 legislative session.
State launches new ‘Beat Diabetes’ public service campaign
For people with prediabetes, losing just 5% to 7% of body weight can reduce the chance of developing diabetes by more than 50% for adults at high risk.
Officials clarify timeline and process for Lahaina wildfire cause, origin report
Officials with the Maui Fire Department and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives responded Wednesday to media inquiries about about the timeline and process for releasing information about the cause and origin of the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfire.
Gov. Green signs 6 bills on ‘intent to veto list’ into law including measure that restricts governor’s emergency powers
Seven bills were vetoed primarily due to legal and operational issues.
Update: Hilo kidnapping victim identified; investigation continues
An unidentified victim on July 7 was assaulted, then forced into the back seat of a pickup truck, according to police.
Governor signs nearly $24B budget that will tackle priorities such as affordable housing, health care, Maui recovery
The supplemental budget bill, House Bill 1800, for fiscal year 2025 represents an increase of more than $480 million, with significant funding going to key state priorities.
Big Island invited to Coffee With a Cop in Waimea on July 12
The event will run from from 7 to 10 a.m. at Starbucks in Waimea, at the Parker Ranch Center on Hawaiʻi Belt Road.
Revitalize Puna event on July 13 will focus on Kīlauea Recovery Road, Waterline Projects
The event will feature activities and resources focused on children and families, in addition to the regular program.
$4.6M University of Hawai‘i project turns to non-invasive plants in fight against wildfires
“My perspective is that, like land and water, we need to treat seeds and plant lineages as a public trust,” said Clay Trauernicht.
Potential $85M from NASA for University of Hawai‘i management of Maunakea telescope
The telescope funding comes from the NASA Near-Earth Object Observations Program.
