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“Coco Palms has received all necessary permit approvals from the County and through that process, they affirmed the project’s ability to tie into the municipal wastewater system,” said Reed Capitalʻs communications representative Shane Peters.

Southwest winds of 50 to 60 mph are forecast atop Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, with gusts of about 70 mph.

The instrument’s name, Wenaokeao, means “earliest glow of light” and was given after extensive research by high school haumāna, or students.

Aboard the NOAA Ship Oscar Elton Sette from April 23 to May 22, Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center scientists are conducting their survey for Continued Observation of Pseudorca Extent.

The Hawai‘i County Windward Planning Commission heard about 5 hours of additional public testimony, a majority of which was again in opposition to the Black Sand Beach LLC residential and community project that would be located on the former Sea Mountain resort.

The event, held on the lawn facing Kanoelehua Avenue outside the Hilo Ross store, was intended to “address the systemic issues that contribute to the disproportionately high rates of violence against Indigenous women and girls,” said Kimi Palacio of Going Home Hawai‘i.

The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for the Big Island’s summits, reporting west winds of 40 to 50 mph with localized gusts over 60 mph just before noon on Monday. The advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Tuesday. “Winds this strong can make driving and walking difficult. The winds can forcefully […]

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory notes inflation is occurring in the caldera south of Halemaʻumaʻu – activity similar to conditions prior to last week’s period of heightened unrest.

Since 2023, Hawaiʻi CC has donated more than 1,000 lbs of fresh produce from its Mauliola farm to the Hawaiʻi Food Basket.

The suspect’s wife was also arrested at the reported crime spree.

May is melanoma and skin care awareness month and the Island Dermatology team is working to get the word out about preventative skin care.

Chocolatey creations by chefs, chocolatiers and culinary students were critiqued by a team of celebrity judges based on taste, texture, appearance and creativity.

“These matching gifts will help our organization create more housing for those in our community who many times need the most help to become homeowners,” said HICDC Executive Director Keith Kato.

The offer is available May 6-8 at all Jack in the Box Hawai‘i locations throughout the state and is for all teachers and faculty members by showing their school ID or a paystub.

Areas accessed by Chain of Craters Road, including coastal backcountry sites, Hilina Pali Road, Kulanaokuaiki Campground, Nāpau, and Pepeiao Cabin are now open.

Gov. Josh Green touts Senate Bill 2919 as pivotal tool to address the state’s housing crisis and ensures counties can guide their future development, but opponents say it does not address the true causes of Hawai’i’s housing shortage.

A caravan is planned to get Ka‘ū residents to Hilo on Monday for the Windward Planning Commission’s special meeting.

13 of Hawai‘i’s top bartenders showed off their creative energy as they competed head-to-head in three rounds April 28 on the Big Island.

House speaker says this year was incredibly productive for the chamber, which made significant progress on its priorities including tax relief for asset limited, income constrained, employed families.

This year’s theme is “Who Protects Hawaiʻi? We All Do,” underscoring the collaborative approach necessary to address and effectively manage the risks invasive species pose.