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Volcano Watch: When will Halemaʻumaʻu fill with lava?
The easiest answer to the question of whether lava will flow out of the caldera is — it depends!
Families invited to participate in 2026 Kohala Keiki Fishing Derby
Participation is limited to the first 100 keiki for the annual fishing derby that provides quality time between police officers, keiki and their families; registration is required, and the deadline is July 17.
Authorities ask for publicʻs help finding missing Keaʻau woman last seen in June
Authorities are requesting the public’s help in finding Hannah Jackson, a 39-year-old resident of Keaʻau who has been missing since June 21, 2026.
News briefs for July 16: New board members, new flights, free professional development and more
A quick look at news happening throughout the state and beyond.
Gov. Josh Green issues one veto following this year’s bill signing period
Gov. Josh Green has signed 266 of the 267 measures into law following the 2026 Hawaiʻi State Legislative session.
New Hawaiʻi law aims to improve electric bicycle safety, enforcement
New laws and regulations are now in effect to improve safety for the use of electric bicycles and micro-mobility devices in Hawaiʻi.
Start your holiday shopping early during Christmas in July Gift, Jewelry, Arts & Crafts Fair in Kona
The annual JoAnn Williams event offers a diverse and impressive assortment of items by vendors and artisans from throughout the islands; scheduled July 18 at Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel in Kailua-Kona.
Paving to reduce hydroplaning on Hawai‘i Island’s Daniel K. Inouye Highway underway
The projected completion date for paving and striping is October, and all work is weather-permitting.
Hilton Waikōloa Village presents Château Montelena Wine Dinner at Kamuela Provision Company
Exclusive culinary experience commemorates 50th anniversary of historic Judgment of Paris; tickets available online.
Episode 51 of lava fountaining in ongoing Kīlauea episodic eruption didn’t disappoint despite wait
The Big Island volcano — perhaps the most active in the world — was a bit of a tease leading up to its most recent fountaining episode yet, which lasted 8.3 hours July 15.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 17-23: Hawai’i Got Talent, ‘Seussical,’ Seven Suns, Kolohe Fest, Celebrate Mauna Kea and more
Enjoy the great outdoors or cool air-conditioned spaces during the wide range of upcoming events and activities around the Big Island.
New laws to modernize transportation system, enhance clean energy economy
Gov. Josh Green has signed pivotal bills that set Hawaiʻi on a path towards a clean energy economy while making residents safer.
‘May the Cure Be with You’: Join the movement to rebel against cancer during 2026 Relay For Life Big Island
Big Island Relayers are a force of their own, fighting the dark side that is cancer; event celebrating survivors, honoring caregivers and remembering those we lost is July 18 at its new site of Edith Kanakaʻole Tennis Stadium in Hilo.
Review finds 22 people previously reported missing have since been located
Hawaiʻi Police Department says many of the people were found in other areas of Hawaiʻi Island, elsewhere in the state or even farther away, which contributed to delays in updating the status of these cases.
Episode 51 of ongoing Kīlauea episodic summit eruption ends
The most recent lava fountaining episode within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater ended abruptly at 4:46 p.m. July 15 after 8.1 hours.
Hawai‘i Island police discover body of man in grassy area at Old Kona Airport Park
Because of the condition of the body, officers were unable to make a visual identification.
Vulcans once again set new academic benchmark
Student-athletes in all 12 sports at the University of Hawai‘i campus posted a record-high 3.37 combined grade-point average during the 2025-26 academic year.
Ballots for upcoming Hawai‘i Primary Elections should be received by July 21 in mail
Hawai‘i Office of Elections also reminds state voters about how to track their ballots, troubleshooting problems and more.
Hawai‘i Island police warn public about phone scammers impersonating the Federal Communications Commission
The caller falsely claimed the victim’s telephone number had been linked to a criminal investigation and transferred the victim to another individual posing as an officer with the Washington, D.C. Police Department.
UPDATE: Runaway teen girl from Kona found in good health
The 17-year-old was reported as a runaway in January.
