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Hawaiʻi Island spinner dolphins are producing fewer calves, new study reveals
In the study, scientists used drone photography to measure the body length of free-swimming dolphins, which revealed a decline in the number of calves.
Big Island Now launches major app update to keep you current with alerts, news, weather, entertainment and more
The new app, which features breaking news alerts displayed at the top, is available as free downloads in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.
Hawaiʻi DOH warns consumers about recalled Pedigree wet dog food
While it is not certain any of the recalled dog food was sold in Hawaiʻi, the state Department of Health urges pet owners to check lot codes.
Hawaiʻi becomes first state in nation to fund savings accounts for eligible foster children
Private contributions from Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman’s Stable Road Foundation add to the “Fostering the Future” initiative, ensuring every eligible youth has funded savings account.
State reminds Hawaiʻi businesses that third quarter annual reports are due
Businesses registered in the third quarter — July through September — can now file their annual reports, which must be filed by midnight Sept. 30 to avoid a late filing penalty fee.
Business Monday: Big Island companies continue to recover from Kona low storms and earthquake
With the completion of property damage assessments from South Kona’s magnitude 6 earthquake that struck on May 22, Hawai‘i County officials now are waiting for Gov. Josh Green’s decision about whether he will file for a presidential disaster declaration that will help individuals and business owners secure funding for repairs.
Exhibit of historic 1965 Selma civil rights march photos extended at state Capitol in Honolulu
The 28 photographs — half of which had never been seen before — offer a rare visual account of Hawaiʻi’s participation in the march in Alabama led by Martin Luther King Jr., honoring the role of the islands in the United States civil rights movement.
Statewide World Ocean Day event makes waves in effort to cleanup island coasts
Community engagement shines during statewide Coastal Kuleana Cleanup, a multi-island effort organized as part of the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana and focused on protecting shorelines, reefs and wetlands vital to Hawaiʻi’s identity and prosperity.
Big Island state lawmaker honored by Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi
Hilo state Sen. Lorraine Inouye received the organization’s Lifetime Achievement Award; Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda proclaims June 26, 2026, “Senator Lorraine Inouye Day”
Application period open for new KōCreate: Kohala in support of region’s grassroots ʻāina organizations
Six-month initiative will bring together locally led organizations to deepen collaboration, expand organizational capacity and advance long-term stewardship throughout Kohala region.
Kona Hawaiʻi Island Police Activities League inaugural Keiki Poke Contest a tasty success
Five contestants competed in each of three age divisions, preparing their own unique poke recipes and judged on creativity, presentation, taste and use of local ingredients.
Lost reef recreation because of climate change could cost Hawaiʻi up to $3 billion by beginning of next century
“This study puts numbers to what our communities have long understood — that losing our reefs means losing the recreational opportunities, cultural practices and quality of life that define what it means to live in Hawaiʻi,” said Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources Administrator Brian Neilson.
Banyan Drive revitalization could become a reality after a decade of effort
A collaboration between state, county, and community leaders brings new energy into the revitalization of the historic shoreline road.
Summer youth camps, clinics upcoming at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo
Soccer, basketball and volleyball coaches, staffs invite youth to learn and gain skills during several events starting later in July and running through early August.
News briefs for July 4: Corpse flower blooms, false claims recovered, out-of-state cancer care and more
A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.
Fireworks and festivities forecast for rest of Fourth of July
Plenty of clouds persist in several locations, but not much rain expected to impact any celebrations; however, some spots around the Big Island are seeing breezy conditions, so practicing your best fire safety skills will be even more important to make sure fires don’t ignite.
Limited-time summer fuel savings offered to new, existing Texaco Rewards members
Customers at participating stations statewide can take advantage of promotions designed to help drivers save more throughout the busy summer travel season.
2 significant collections donated to America250 by Hawaiʻi State Archives
The contributions to the nationwide initiative are 111 World War II letters corresponding with Lt. Col. Farrant L. Turner, first commanding officer of the historic U.S. Army 100th Infantry Battalion, and 28 photos memorializing Hawaiʻi’s role in the famous 1965 Selma to Montgomery March led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Sony Championship Hawaiʻi on Oʻahu is a new stop on PGA Tour Champions
PGA Tour eliminates season-opening Hawaiʻi event after more than 60 years, but adds it as new stop on PGA Tour Campions.
