Hawai'i State News
Carbon cuts, common heatwave terminology urged by Hawai‘i scientists
Two articles by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa oceanographers highlight the limitations of carbon dioxide removal.
Certificate program for clinical research careers offered by University of Hawaiʻi
The University of Hawaiʻi is now accepting applications for its Clinical Research Professional Certificate Program, designed for those seeking a new career path in clinical research.
Seniors now eligible for additional COVID-19 bivalent booster dose
The CDC’s announcement also simplifies vaccination schedules to allow bivalent vaccines to be used for primary vaccination series, as well as boosters.
VA would prescribe medical marijuana under Schatz bill
The Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act creates a temporary, five-year safe harbor protection for veterans who use medical marijuana, and directs the VA to research how medical marijuana could help veterans better manage chronic pain and reduce opioid abuse.
CVS Health installs time delay safes in all 61 Hawaiʻi Longs Drugs locations
CVS Health has completed the installation of time delay safes in more than 9,000 of its pharmacy locations, including all 61 Longs Drugs stores in Hawaiʻi.
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice wins Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement award
Hawaii Supreme Court Justice Sabrina S. McKenna has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement award.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority announces Kūkulu Ola and Aloha ‘Āina programs
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority will provide funding support to programs that will perpetuate and preserve Hawaiian culture and natural resources.
Comment period extended for draft bill to update Indian Arts and Crafts Act
The Senate Committee on Indian Affairs has extended the deadline for comment submission on the draft of the Amendments to Respect Traditional Indigenous Skill and Talent Act to May 19.
Pandemic drop in visitors to Molokini increased reef fish
The sudden drop in visitors to one of the world’s most popular snorkeling spots provided scientists with a unique opportunity.
Hawaiian monk seal Kaiwi gives birth to fifth pup at Kaimana Beach in Waikīkī
Hawaiian monk seal RK96, also known as Kaiwi, gave birth on April 14 to her fifth pup at Kaimana Beach in Waikīkī, Oʻahu.
Iconic Hawaiian vessel, Hōkūleʻa, heading for Alaska
The canoe’s latest voyage will begin Sunday, when she is transported to Juneau, Alaska.
Pacific Century Fellows accepting applications
The program, modeled after a White House group, is seeking community leaders in Hawai‘i.
Oʻahu wāhine wins Miss Aloha Hula at 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival
With 1,148 points, Agnes Renee Leihiwahiwaikapolionāmakua Thronas Brown, who dances with Oʻahu hālau Ka Lā ʻŌnohi Mai O Haʻehaʻe, won the title of Miss Aloha Hula 2023 on Thursday during the first night of competition for the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo on the Big Island.
Hawai‘i Elections Commission to meet Monday
The public may join the Monday, April 17, meeting through several in-person and distance options.
Hawai‘i Congressional Delegation addresses air tour industry with two new bills
The Air Tour and Skydiving Safety Improvement Act closes loopholes in existing regulations and is supported by several industry groups.
100 horses to strut their stuff during Merrie Monarch Royal Parade
The Merrie Monarch Royal Parade will be in Downtown Hilo on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., with than 100 horses gussied up to carry women dressed in long, colorful skirts (pāʻu) riding sidesaddle or as part of a private mount group.
Hawaiʻi Sen. Schatz introduces bipartisan bill to make airports resilient to severe weather
U.S. Senators Brian Schatz and Ted Budd introduced legislation to improve airport infrastructure across the country, making them more resilient to severe weather and natural disasters.
Not too late for 9,000 taxpayers in Hawai‘i to file 2019 taxes for refunds
Those who haven’t filed their 2019 taxes have until July 17 to receive their unclaimed refunds.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joins coalition to protect abortion access
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 24 attorneys generals who filed an amicus brief challenging a Texas district court judge’s decision that could restrict medication abortion access nationwide.
Integrated Hawai‘i Pacific Hydrogen Hub applies for federal funding
Hawai‘i State Energy Office leads broad consortium to obtain federal support for regional clean hydrogen hub
