Hawai'i State News

Egg prices in Honolulu now more than $10 a dozen

During the past year, the average retail price for local organic eggs increased by more than 17% from $11.26 to $13.19 a dozen.

Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope discovers more than 2,100 previously unknown galaxies

The discovery is the result of a decades-long survey that is now providing new insights into how galaxies form and evolve.

University of Hawaiʻi expands free Microsoft 365 access at all 10 campuses

This is one of several technology improvements that are underway as part of the university’s “Common Standard of Care” initiative.

CVS to pay $315 million for illegally filling unlawful opioid prescriptions, submitting false claims

The settlement requires CVS to address its future obligations in dispensing controlled substances after years of policies that prioritized corporate profits over patient safety.

State Senate committees examine history, importance of Native Hawaiian programs and institutions

Experts in Native Hawaiian history, law and public policy discussed the historical circumstances that led to the creation of these programs, their role in addressing longstanding inequities and their continued importance.

Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice Sabrina McKenna to receive diversity award from American Bar Association

“In my opinion, diversity of representation in the legal profession is required for access to and actual achievement of justice.” — Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice Sabrina S. McKenna

University of Hawaiʻi and Clemson to lead federal program to boost coffee, cacao production

The Coffee and Cacao Innovation Lab will work with small farmers in Hawaiʻi and the continental United States, as well as in Latin America, Africa and Asia.

UH-Hilo students monitor water quality of Hilo Bay and impact of storms, agricultural runoff

Since 2011, a water quality buoy has been sending data from Hilo Bay to the Pacific Islands Ocean Observing System to monitor short-term and long-term changes to ocean conditions.

Young Brothers announces modified gate hours next week at 2 ports

Customers and the public are asked to plan accordingly for the schedule changes at Port of Hilo and Maui’s Port of Kahului on Oct. 20-21, respectively.

University of Hawaiʻi plays supporting role in developing new guide for moving endangered species

The framework helps managers decide whether a “conservation introduction” that moves a plant or animal outside its normal range is the right call, and how to do it responsibly.

Briefs for Oct. 14: Veterans Day ceremony to honor legacy of U.S. service members, three students to showcase visual voices

The Veterans Day Sunset Ceremony and the PUKA photography exhibition will be on Oʻahu.

Hawaiʻi keiki, teens, young adults invited to Youth Climate Summit at state Capitol Rotunda

Participants will have a proven platform to pitch their vision, collaborate with decision-makers and drive tangible legislative solutions for local communities.

Bishop Museum announces the remaining schedule of exhibitions, programs and events for October

The Bishop Museum, the State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History, offers cultural education through elaborate exhibitions and weekly programs.

2026 Quality of Life Survey: Hawaiʻi residents healthier and more satisfied than two years ago

The Health Policy Initiative launched a new interactive dashboard to explore and compare survey results across communities, demographics, occupations and years.

Powerful observations from the ground and space reveal the faint galaxy behind an ancient cosmic signal

Astronomers identified the most distant fast radio burst to date, which offered insights into both the origins of these mysterious bursts and the evolution of the early universe.

Briefs for Oct. 12: University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics asks for support during Giving Week

Giving Week for the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics continues this week through Monday, Oct. 19.

Kailua Village is named 2026 IFEA World Festival & Event City

The International Festivals & Events Association honored Kailua Village during the 71st Annual IFEA Convention & Expo last week.

Virtual behavioral health outpatient program launches to residents statewide

A new virtual program expands access to mental health and substance use treatment and is backed by more than a decade of behavioral health experience.

Legislation to expand arts education access for young learners introduced by Hirono, Luján

The Arts Education for All Act would increase states’ ability to implement arts programming for early learners, K-12 students and youth and adults involved in the justice system.

Post-pandemic recovery continues for state’s public schools, with gains in math, attendance

Students near academic recovery as Hawaiʻi Department of Education focuses on accelerating gains toward 2029 goals.
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