Hawai'i State News

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health said the latest individual with cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite in food, traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick.

A quick look at news happening throughout the state.

Several Big Island organizations among 49 throughout the state selected to receive funding and present authentic experiences for the residents and visitors from July through December.

The Polynesian Voyaging Society adds a year to the Moananuiākea Voyage due to the chance of a strong El Niño and dangerous conditions predicted through spring 2027.

Grants aim to help residents of all ages, especially older adults, improve how they live, move and stay connected in their neighborhoods through innovative local projects.

The congressional delegation has asked President Donald Trump to expedite Gov. Josh Green’s request for a presidential disaster declaration following a 6.0 earthquake on Hawaiʻi Island.

State Sen. Lorraine Inouye announced the release of $350,000 for the Panaʻewa Hub, which is being developed by the Keaukaha Panaʻewa Farmers Association.

Producers and farmers from all four counties are encouraged to contact their local Farm Service Agency even if they previously received information about other recovery programs; deadline to apply is July 31.

High surf along east-facing shores of the island chain generated by Fausto also is declining quickly as the system passes by the state.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found certain gut bacteria are linked to how quickly the body ages, providing new insight into the connection between the gut, health and longevity.

U.S. Department of Agriculture is making the funds available to partnerships that tackling a threat that also impacts landscapes and human and livestock health; part of broader $105 million investment in the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program.

Hawai‘i Tourism Authority awards $900,000 in funding to 30 organizations statewide for programs that promote and advance the culture and values that define Hawaiʻi.

According to the 11 a.m. update on Tuesday, forecasters recorded that Fausto is 270 miles northeast of Hilo and 375 miles east-northeast of Honolulu.

Officials urge voters to vote early so they can beat the long lines expected during the Aug. 8 state primary elections.

A brief look at financial and business news from the Big Island and state.

Forecaster confidence in Fausto’s track is increasing that strongest winds and heaviest rainfall will remain offshore to the north of the Hawaiian Islands; however, everyone still needs to continue watching the storm’s progress.

There are no changes to scheduled sailings now, but Young Brothers anticipates there could be increased harbor surge that might potentially delay or impede the company’s ability to safely berth, ramp or discharge the barge.

The agreement establishes an initial 3-year term, with a mutual option to extend for an additional 5 years, ensuring operational stability for University Laboratory School and in alignment with its upcoming charter renewal cycle.

An overlapping pulse of south-southwest swell is expected to push south shore surf to advisory levels again by midday Saturday and through at least tonight, possibly through Sunday.

The Oʻahu grand jury’s sweeping 12-count indictment brought against Sylvia Luke, businessman Tobi Solidum, former state Rep. Ryan Yamane, former Gov., David Ige top staff member Ford Fuchigami and former Public Utilities Commission Chairperson Leo Asuncion and is tied to the state’s COVID-19 community testing program.