Hawai'i State News

Latest eruptive activity of the ongoing episodic eruption of the Big Island volcano began at just after 8 p.m. with sustained molten rock geysers already at 500 feet high from the north vent and rapidly increasing in height.

The Governors Public Health Alliance will help U.S. states and territories coordinate and address health threats across state lines.

If a federal employee loses their job because of the shutdown, they might qualify for a forbearance on their home loan that would temporarily allow them to stop making payments.

The lyrics of traditional Okinawan songs were found to record past climate and geological history of the Ryukyu Islands, now called Okinawa Prefecture, in Japan, according to a new study by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Earth scientist and fellow Ryukyuan music practitioners.

Panel will accept community proposals for 2 weeks — through Nov. 1 — for how the new funding could be used to implement throughout the state.

This procedural change signifies the end of Hawaiian’s independent operations as the company merges with Alaska Airlines.

The whale was spotted the morning of Oct. 14 in waters off the west side of Kaua‘i, but it was not the earliest sighting of the majestic cetaceans this year in the islands — that was in September.

New Direct2UH initiative launched Oct. 13 provides free, direct enrollment to 9 of the university’s campuses based on a student’s grade-point average, without them having to complete a traditional application.

New York Attorney General Letitia James prosecuted President Donald Trump for years of business fraud and illegal dealings.

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green’s office.

A goal is to ensure that Hawaiʻi’s farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

Løvseth captured the title in her first-ever attempt, defeating Kat Matthews of Great Britain by just 35 seconds in the third-closest world championship finish in the sport’s history – men or women.

If you have ever wanted to explore the legislative process and gain valuable experience as a session staff member at the state Capitol in Honolulu, here’s your chance. Apply today.

The Hawai‘i car, home and renters insurance firm will, however, continue to administer all active policies for its thousands of customers throughout the state, manage claims and meet its contractual and statutory obligations throughout the next several years.

“What we witnessed here is the strength, resilience and unity of our lāhui — a clear sign that our future is in good hands,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Chairman Kaialiʻi “Kai” Kahele.

Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke continues to share the message of online respect, responsibility and kindness beyond September’s observance as Digital Aloha Month.

The state recognizes the potential long-term financial and economic impacts on communities with the uncertainty created by the ongoing federal government shutdown; those impacted are encouraged to explore career opportunities within state government.

Hawaiʻi officials confirmed 38 minutes after the alert was sent out the morning of Jan. 13, 2018, that it was a false alarm, but people throughout the state were panicking as many sought shelter and contacted loved ones, thinking their lives were about to end. Like many, part-time Kauaʻi resident and the show’s author Holly Doubet was terrified.

Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi with Linguini was distributed nationwide, including at supermarkets such as Safeway in Hawai‘i, and the state Department of Health Food and Drug Branch is working with those stores to ensure the product is no longer available for sale.