Hawai'i State News

UH researchers: Could fishponds help with islands’ food sustainability?

The Indigenous aquaculture systems found in Hawaiʻi boast a design found nowhere else in the world.

Hilo International Airport runway work scheduled for April 22, 23

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has scheduled this maintenance work at night.

Phone scammers targeting licensed professionals, businesses

The state is concerned that the scam calls could be aimed at medical professionals such as nurses, pharmacists and others.

Worldwide geography association honors Hawai‘i navigator Nainoa Thompson

Currently CEO of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, Thompson passes down knowledge to future generations, emphasizing the importance of navigation and voyaging.

FBI searches 2 locations in Kona; investigation underway

Special Agent in Charge Steven Merrill stated: “The FBI can confirm that they are conducting court-authorized activities in the area. However, as our investigation is still ongoing, we decline to comment further.”

Weekly DUI stats: 16 arrested on Big Island roads

To date, there were 12 fatal crashes, resulting in 14 fatalities, compared with six fatal crashes, resulting in seven fatalities for the same time last year.

Lawmakers urge investigation, following power blackouts on Big Island and O‘ahu

A letter signed by three senators highlighted the Public Utilities Commission’s investigatory powers and requested the commission conduct investigations.

Prosecutors seek life in prison for woman charged in fatal Hilo hit-and-run

Sienna Tavares-Brown’s blood alcohol content was allegedly more than three times the legal limit.

3-foot long ball python found in O‘ahu home

The snake was discovered on April 13.

UH study: Rising seas eating away at underground infrastructure in Hawaiʻi, globally

According to the study, led by UH coastal geologist Shellie Habel, cities with buried infrastructure are most at risk for corrosion and system failures due to interaction with this shallower and saltier groundwater.

Native Hawaiian snails now recognized by the state

Gov. Josh Green signed into law House Bill 1899, which recognizes nine native snail species as state snails. Hawai‘i Island’s snail is Hini hini kua mauna (Succinea konaensis).

Business Monday: Kona Village named among the best new resorts in North America and Europe in 2024

In a lifestyle article published in “Esquire” magazine on April 9, Kona Village, located nine miles north of Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, was the only Hawai‘i hotel named among the 41 best new hotels in North America and Europe for 2024.

Big Island fentanyl arrests and recovery stats for March

The 107.18 total grams of illicit fentanyl recovered by Hawai‘i Police Department in March was enough to kill 53,590 Hawai‘i Island residents.

Conversation about Big Island’s official name sparks minor moniker controversy

The Hawai‘i Board of Geographic Names during its April 2 meeting began a discussion about possibly changing the island’s official name in the U.S. Geological Survey’s Geographic Names Information System, or GNIS.

Dept. of Health urges public to take added precautions following dengue case on O‘ahu

The Hawai‘i Department of Health is asking for support in reducing the potential for the spread of dengue by transmission, following a confirmed case in Hale‘iwa on O‘ahu.

Hōkūleʻa crew to return to ocean for circumnavigational voyage of the Pacific in 2025

After consulting with science and weather experts, community partners and voyaging leadership, PVS has decided to keep the canoes primarily in Hawaiian waters until next year when severe El Niño weather conditions settle down.

University of Hawai‘i biomedical research grants pump millions into state economy

National Institutes of Health funding awarded to researchers supports employment and purchase of research-related goods, services and materials.

Hilo Benioff Medical Center breaks ground on expansion project

The $80 million project will help alleviate the state’s hospital bed shortage on Hawai‘i Island.

Mayor Roth presents 2024-2025 budget to Hawaiʻi County Council

The proposed total operating budget of $888,082,546 emphasizes sustainability and growth, with a noteworthy increase in General Fund revenue.

Sign up for ‘Ohana Wa’a Laulima’s inclusive canoe race by April 28

‘Ohana Wa’a Laulima is a non-profit canoe club based in Hilo created to provide opportunities to individuals with all levels of disabilities and skill levels to learn how to canoe paddle in a safe and welcoming team environment.
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