Hawai'i State News
Southwest flight bound for Līhuʻe plummets to within 400 feet of ocean surface off Kaua‘i
The Federal Aviation Administration, after inquiries from Bloomberg News, is investigating the April mishap that previously was unreported.
Upcoming lane closures as Kohala schools improve crosswalks
The Department of Public Works Highway Division has announced it will install three raised crosswalks in front of Kohala Elementary, Middle, and High Schools from June 17 to 21, causing lane closures.
NOAA Fisheries: Seal pup departs busy O‘ahu beach to begin new phase of life
Pa‘aki was transported from bustling Kaimana Beach to a more remote O‘ahu shoreline.
Police investigating after body of 21-year-old is found in Volkswagen
The victim has been positively identified as 21-year-old Sachiko Myers of Ocean View.
Hawaiʻi Island police report 21 DUIs in one week
Hawaiʻi Island police provided an overview of the number of DUI arrests, major crashes, and fatal accidents this year, reporting 426 DUI arrests compared with 447 during the same period last year, a decrease of 4.7 percent.
Controversial Kaua‘i resort Coco Palms to be rebuilt by global firm; 2026 opening planned
IHG Hotels & Resorts – headquartered in England – intends to rebuild under its Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand.
Tonight: Fire hydrant flow test within Parker Ranch Center in Waimea
The affected area may experience slightly discolored and turbid water for several hours after the test.
Hawai‘i Island police: Fentanyl arrests and recovery statistics for May
In recent years, the use of illicit fentanyl has reached epidemic proportions on the mainland and Hawai‘i.
Promoting mental health for Hawaiʻi farmers wins award from the community
Due to high rates of stress, depression and suicide among farmers, Seeds of Wellbeing was developed in fall 2021.
University of Hawai‘i astronomers part of NASA’s $19.5M artificial star mission
The artificial star satellite is expected to help answer questions surrounding the speed and acceleration of the universe’s expansion.
Hawai‘i Island police identify woman suspected of passing counterfeit bill in Hilo
Police believe the woman’s business unknowingly received the counterfeit bill as payment for goods.
Hawaiʻi police lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy
“Congratulations to Lieutenant Lewis on successfully completing the esteemed FBI National Academy. His hard work and commitment to excellence embody the high standards we strive for in Hawaii Police Department,” said Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz.
Navy, NASA want to renew Kaua‘i leases – Community shows support, opposition
Navy & NASA personnel held scoping sessions across Kaua‘i last week, to gather comments that will shape an environmental impact statement.
Trails reopen within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park following brief Kīlauea eruption
Maunaiki Trail and Kaʻū Desert Trail past the Footprints Exhibit remain closed due to elevated gases and other volcanic hazards that remain at the eruption site.
Hawaiian monk seal in Kona waters relocated after aggressive behavior toward oceangoers
The animal’s move was prompted by a pattern of escalating underwater interactions in the Makako Bay area in December 2023.
Hawai‘i County: Public meetings for 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan begin next month
The plan is a blueprint for communities receiving federal U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development assistance.
Police seek missing Ka‘ū woman
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for 38-year-old Rachel Paul of Ka‘ū.
Weekly DUI stats: 19 arrested on Big Island roads
Three of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident, and two were under the age of 21.
Maui-based company announces first Duke’s restaurant on Big Island
Duke’s Kona will occupy a 15,000 square-foot oceanfront space at the 22-acre Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa.
Oysters, clams from Pacific Northwest potentially contaminated, health dept. warns
Oysters and clams harvested in the Pacific Northwest and distributed throughout the US may cause paralytic shellfish poisoning.
