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New Direct2UH initiative launched Oct. 13 provides free, direct enrollment to 9 of the university’s campuses based on a student’s grade-point average, without them having to complete a traditional application.

The substance is part of a concerning group of substances because of their persistence in the environment and links to adverse health outcomes; it is one of thousands of human-made compounds commonly used in non-stick, non-stain and water-resistant industrial and household products.

The 10% water conservation notice is effective immediately and until further notice.

New York Attorney General Letitia James prosecuted President Donald Trump for years of business fraud and illegal dealings.

Hawai‘i County’s Department of Water Supply is asking customers to reduce water use by at least 10%.

Members of the health care union Unite Here Local 5 chapter will be striking at the Kona and Hilo clinics starting today at 7:30 a.m. and will continue through Friday.

The County of Hawai‘i Office of Housing and Community Development will host a community meeting on Oct. 23 to share information and gather feedback on the proposed ʻĀinakō Subdivision Housing Project in Hilo.

The suspect’s total bail was set at $592,000. He remains in police custody and is scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday in Hilo District Court.

Presented by Mana Maoli and sponsored by Hilton Grand Vacations, students in grades 9–12 can submit a song of any genre, from original compositions to covers and mele Hawai‘i, for an opportunity to advance their skills and perform live.

Every year on the third Thursday in October, International Conflict Resolution Day is celebrated around the world to promote awareness of mediation, arbitration, conciliation, and other peaceful means of resolving disagreements and encourage the use of conflict resolution in schools, families, businesses, communities, government, and the legal system.

The Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation will provide grants to programs focused on celebrating and preserving the unique way of life in Alaska and Hawai‘i.

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green’s office.

According to BizBuySell, 27 businesses, ranging from eateries, shops, custom services and a coffee farm, are on the market. Among them is Hawai‘i’s famous Makani’s Magic Pineapple Shack, located in historic Downtown Hilo.

A goal is to ensure that Hawaiʻi’s farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

The lawmaker will take live questions from participants and address concerns about the federal government shutdown (if still ongoing), the impacts of federal funding cuts, and other pressing issues impacting Hawai‘i residents.

The string of events began Saturday. According to Hawai‘i Island police, dispatch received numerous calls at 4:43 p.m. regarding a reckless driver heading toward Hilo on Highway 11 within the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.

Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

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.

The first two Big Island triathletes crossed the finish line before 8 p.m. on Saturday.

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.