Hawai'i State News
High levels of bacteria detected at Kahaluʻu Beach Park in Kona
The Department of Health is retesting the water at Kahaluʻu Beach Park since the beach has historically met the acceptable beach threshold level.
V Foundation awards $1 million grant to University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center faculty
The 5-year All-Star Translational Award from the North Carolina-based cancer research foundation will support study of mesothelioma in patients carrying BAP1 mutation.
Hilo man sentenced to 10-year prison term for series of identity theft, computer fraud offenses
According to police reports, Christopher Amador-Nascimento, 33, opened credit cards under victims’ personal information and conducted unauthorized transactions.
Free, virtual “Condorama” to cover condominium management this Saturday
The webinar will be available after the live event on the Community Associations Institute Hawaiʻi Chapter and Real Estate Commission websites.
Three finalists selected for position of chancellor at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
The three finalists will have a forum during their campus visits beginning with Interim Provost Vassilis L. Syrmos next Monday.
Rare native species rediscovered on Lāna‘i reflect stewardship, conservation partners
Surveys were led by Maui Nui Plant Extinction Prevention Program in partnership with Pūlama Lāna‘i, using on-the-ground exploration and drone technology to access steep cliffs and remote terrain.
PGA Tour exits Hawaiʻi next season; but pro senior event on Big Island set through 2030
The PGA Tour announced Monday its paired down schedule for 2027 will not include The Sentry on Maui or Oʻahu’s Sony Open in Hawaiʻi.
60K new homes needed by 2050 to meet Hawaiʻi housing demand, finds AARP study
The study was prepared by ECOnorthwest through AARP’s Livable Communities Technical Advisors Program. It reports that rising housing costs and limited supply are making it harder for residents to remain in their communities as they age.
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory raise alert level for Kīlauea from advisory to watch
On Tuesday afternoon, shallow earthquakes are being detected beneath the south rim of Halemaʻumaʻu crater, as well as localized ground deformation in the south caldera region of Kīlauea summit.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority opens funding for cultural, community programs
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is inviting organizations to apply for funding to support cultural preservation, enhance community experiences, and promote major events throughout the islands.
New online events calendar helps travelers discover what’s happening throughout state
Hawaii.com feature organizes events by island, helping visitors discover festivals, cultural experiences and local happenings and bringing real-time events and experiences directly into the trip-planning process.
New Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurs launched by Bank of Hawaiʻi
Center helps Hawaiʻi business owners plan for succession, unlock opportunity and navigate complexities of business, family and personal wealth.
Hawaiʻi Gas accepting applications for temporary summer positions throughout islands
Positions are designed for recent high school grads and college students; the utility is recruiting for a range of posts at all locations statewide.
UPDATE: No tsunami risk to Hawai’i after 7.4 earthquake east of Japan
No tsunami threat to the state after a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the east coast of Honshu, Japan, late Sunday, sparking tsunami monitoring across the Pacific.
Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election
With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi’s second highest position.
Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election for lieutenant governor of Hawaiʻi
With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for term-limited Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi’s second highest position.
2026-27 Hawai‘i Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp Art Contest winners announced
Conservation stamp highlights the wild pig, while game bird stamp features the California valley quail, which was originally brought to the islands in 1818 as a gift to King Kamehameha.
Department of Education to open A+ after-school program registration
Ensure eligibility documents are ready for the after-school program registration on April 22.
University of Hawaiʻi to lead new Pacific reef research institute
“This new institute combines [University of Hawaiʻi]’s strengths in cutting-edge, ocean-related research and our collaborative, place-based approach to working with resource managers throughout Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to protect our vital coral reefs,” said University of Hawaiʻi Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Chad Walton.
NTSB releases preliminary findings on Airborne Aviation helicopter crash that killed 3, seriously injured 2 on Kauai’s North Shore
The preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board did not provide a cause of the crash, but said the pilot reported severe vibrations and loss of directional control while making a turn.
