Hawai'i State News

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.

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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.

Partnership between Executive Office on Early Learning, Hawai‘i Department of Education and University of Hawai‘i System aims to put college within reach for all of students and their families throughout the islands.

Enrollment on Big Island campuses was mixed, with Hawaiʻi Community College’s up and the University of Hawaiʻi Hilo’s slightly down.

First sighted near Molokaʻi and then the Mariana Trench 10 years later, Iridogorgia chewbacca highlights the collaborative efforts needed to reveal hidden oceanic wonders.

Submit your art by Dec. 12, for opportunities to earn recognition, scholarships, and to be featured in exhibitions at the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum and beyond.

University of Hawaiʻi offer a groundbreaking, low-cost solution to boost reef recovery worldwide and significantly increasing coral survival rates in real reef environments.

New analysis finds Hawai‘i’s nonprofit sector is facing budget cuts and program changes that could disrupt essential services statewide.

“While we closely monitor the federal government shutdown, I will not let it harm our families who rely on this important source of nutrition,” said Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green in an announcement the afternoon of Oct. 3. “I will ensure that funding remains available for this critical program.”

Local union workers are set to strike Kaiser Permanente across the state beginning Oct. 14 after months of contract negotiations for wag increases and safe staffing numbers.

Kailua-Kona location is No. 1 while Hilo store comes in at No. 2 out of more than 4,600 Walmart locations nationwide, raising a total of nearly $225,800 during 2025 summer campaign.

The iconic palaka fabric — a versatile checkerboard pattern — is making a comeback from its plantation roots to modern runways, thanks to its cultural significance and history.

Multi-agency campaign encourages residents to be part of effort to detect and control the non-native insects that can have major adverse impacts on ecosystems, agriculture and human and animal health in Hawaiʻi.