Hawai'i State News
Two new nursing educator programs at University of Hawaiʻi now accepting applications
The university is offering a masterʻs of science in nursing education and leadership and a graduate certificate in nursing education.
Two UH studies explain how and why erosion is threatening Waikīkī Beach’s shoreline
The UH studies, conducted by the university’s Climate Resilience Collaborative, will enable coastal managers and policymakers to better manage the coastlines of Hawaiʻi.
Governor’s Race: Both candidates have served the state as lieutenant governor
The 2022 race for governor features two men who each have served the state as lieutenant governor.
One good thing about climate change: More rainbows, UH study predicts
The scourge that threatens the health and livelihood of humans and other life on the planet will increase opportunities to see rainbows, according to a study led by researchers at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
UH Mānoa offering second chance for admission with free program
The program is seeking applicants who lack the minimum UH Mānoa admissions requirements, may be economically disadvantaged, or can serve as a positive role model to communities underrepresented at UH Mānoa.
East Hawai‘i company cited for air permit violations
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Clean Air Branch issued Notices of Violation and Order, or NOVO, against six companies statewide, including one in Kea‘au.
Man found dead by hikers on Maui’s Lahaina-Pali Trail
A 55-year-old Haʻikū man was pronounced dead after he was found unresponsive by other hikers on an electric company service road above the Honoapiʻilani Highway.
Game bird hunting season opens Nov. 5 in Hawai’i
Detailed descriptions of hunting opportunities statewide are available on the state Department of Land and Natural Resource’s Division of Forestry and Wildlife website.
Candidate Q&A: Meet Hawai‘i Island’s Senate candidates
More representation for Hawai‘i County residents is coming to the State Legislature as an additional House seat was created in January due to the rise in the island’s population, according to the 2020 U.S. Census.
National Marine Sanctuary System turns 50
The system includes the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary and Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.
UH at Mānoa has record 3,106 first-time freshmen for fall 2022 semester
The average high school GPA for the UH at Mānoa 2022 freshman class is 3.69, up from 2021.
2022 Nation’s Report Card released. How did Hawaiʻi’s students perform?
Hawai‘i’s fourth-graders performed above national averages in reading and math — and the state’s eighth-graders performed at the national level for the first time in reading, but slightly below the national average in math.
Tourist from Chile dies hiking at Wailua Falls on Kauaʻi
The hiker was in an area that was posted with “no trespassing” and “danger” signs.
Native predatory fish help control invasive species in Hawaiian fishpond on Oʻahu
Jacks and barracuda in Heʻeia fishpond eat non-native Australian mullet, introduced to Oʻahu waters in the 1950s, to provide a form of biocontrol.
Above-average rainfall expected for Hawaiʻi’s wet season, October – April
The state’s overall outlook for the upcoming wet season is for above-average rainfall, but there is a possibility of drought continuing on the leeward areas of the Big Island.
How will inflation help lower federal taxes in 2023 tax year for many Americans?
The Internal Revenue Service today announced the tax year 2023 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax changes, which will result in lower taxes for many Americans.
US Interior Department strengthening bond with Native Hawaiians with first formal consultation policy
The new US Interior Department policies and procedures, subject to formal consultation, will further affirm and honor the special political and trust relationship between the United States and the Native Hawaiian community
Kaua’i becomes one of first counties in nation to regulate development based on sea level rise projections
The new Kaua’i building ordinance, which became effective Oct. 14, amends construction design standards to incorporate expected sea level rise impacts.
Report: State of Hawaiʻi has highest earning hotel businesses in country
State of Hawaiʻi hotel businesses make the most revenue overall in the country, with each business raking in $25.8 million on average per year, according to Hotel Tech Report.
Vulcan Challenge raises more than $160,000 for UH-Hilo athletics programs
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo is 2-0 when it comes to meeting its fundraising goals in the Vulcan Challenge.
