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Update: Portion of Route 11 in Puna reopens following traffic crash
Motorists are advised to travel safely.
Community invited to talk story session with 3 Kamehameha Schools trustee finalists
The discussion hosted by Ke One O Kākuhihewa, the Oʻahu Council of the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs, with support from Kanaeokana, will provide an opportunity for dialogue with the finalists.
Oceanfront hotel property on Big Island’s Hāmākua Coast for sale with $10M price tag
Introducing Hāmākua Hotel, an exclusive boutique hotel in Honomū, just 20 minutes north of Hilo, offering luxury accommodations with breathtaking ocean views, an adult-only atmosphere, infinity pool and direct access to the beach.
Antarctica to Mānoa: UH sophomore returns from expedition to protect fragile continent
Waikōloa native and graduate of Kealakehe High School Eric Pōmaikaʻi Gee was one of two Villars Institute Fellows selected for the Ice Station Expedition, a 2-week mission that took place this month; he now will begin sharing lessons from the expedition through school visits, community presentations and public outreach.
Project Hawai‘i issues urgent plea for help to bring Christmas cheer to homeless keiki
Project Hawai‘i has more than 2,400 children from the Big Island, Maui and O‘ahu on its Christmas list this year; that record breaking number, unfortunately, coincides with record low donations.
Public invited to 2nd annual Hui Waiwai hosted by Hawaiʻi Community Lending
Hawai’i County Mayor Kimo Alameda will deliver the keynote address during the event set from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 22, 2026, at the Bishop Museum in Honolulu; attending and supporting the event is one way community members can help the organization fulfill its mission.
UPDATE: Nānāwale Boulevard in Pāhoa again open to all traffic
The area between the intersections of Kēhau Road and Center Lane was previously closed because of a structure fire.
Two events will open conversations between West Hawaiʻi police and residents this week
Two Coffee with a Cop events are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Wednesday in Hōlualoa and on Friday in Kailua-Kona.
Keck Observatory astronomers take part in discovery of early universe supernova
A groundbreaking discovery of the first-ever spatially resolved superluminous supernova offers a rare look at a stellar cataclysm from the early universe.
Hawai’i flags lowered to honor victims at U.S., Australia shooting
Gov. Josh Green has ordered flags in Hawaiʻi to be flown at half-staff, honoring victims of tragic mass shootings at Brown University and Bondi Beach, Sydney, reflecting the state’s solidarity and call for peace.
Update: High surf advisory cancelled for Big Island
A large, medium period north-northwest swell and a north swell have both peaked and will continue to subside through Tuesday afternoon.
Native Hawaiian community invited to weigh in on military-leased lands
The meeting will take place on O‘ahu, but it will be livestreamed, so anyone interested in listening in can be present.
Hawai‘i leaders provide tips for traveling through airports this holiday season
During a press conference on Monday with Hawai‘i State Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, leaders talked about new airport technology tools and the full implementation of Akamai Arrival.
Hawai‘i Island police lieutenant takes new role as captain in Ka‘ū
Pernell Hanoa has been working as the Kaʻū Patrol lieutenant since 2022.
Hawaiʻi minimum wage rises to $16 on Jan. 1
The increase is the third step from Act 114, which established a schedule to raise the minimum wage from $10.10 to $18 over the course of five and a half years.
State to hold public meeting on emergency repairs for portion of Hawai‘i Belt Road
A recent field investigation showed roadway surface distresses and depressions progressively worsening from Wainaku to Hakalau.
Join the Orchid Isle Orchestra for a collaborative, holiday concert Monday night
Musicians from the Hilo High School Orchestra and Young Music Studio will join the Orchid Isle Orchestra for its 19th holiday concert at 6:30 p.m. tonight.
Officer Jenna Kosinski-Santos named Ka’ū Officer of the Quarter
“She’s a pro-active officer who has a gift of motivating those around her,” Ka‘ū District Acting Captain Pernell Hanoa said of Officer Jenna Kosinski-Santos
Flags on Hawai‘i County properties ordered to half-staff in honor of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd
Kazuo Todd became fire chief in April 2021 and served the Fire Department for 21 years.
Hawai’i Island DUI arrests drop slightly in early December, fatal crashes decrease
Hawaiʻi Island’s effort to combat impaired driving is reflected in a 5.88% decrease in DUI arrests, with 849 incidents recorded through the end of 2025.
