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7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Tonga; no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi
At 6:02 a.m. on Wednesday, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the Tonga Islands at a depth of 132 miles; there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i.
Community input sought on master plan for old Hilo Memorial Hospital
Residents, service providers, stakeholders, and other interested parties are encouraged to come have their say in the future of the property.
U.S. Sen. Hirono reintroduces legislation to tackle child care crisis
U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) joined colleagues in reintroducing the Child Care for Working Families Act that tackles the child care crisis.
Both lanes open on ‘Singing Bridge’ in Hilo, but emergency repairs continue
Both lanes of Wailuku Bridge, also known as “Singing Bridge,” in Hilo have reopened after nearly three weeks of emergency repairs, but the work is not done.
Community invited to online meeting about dredging at Pohoiki boat ramp on Big Island
The state is hosting an online public meeting Wednesday to discuss the draft environmental assessment for the project that would reopen ocean access at the boat ramp in Puna.
New state law imposes fines on landlords discriminating against tenants receiving housing assistance
A new state law makes discrimination against voucher holders and recipients of other housing assistance programs illegal for many landlords in Hawai‘i. Act 310, which became law on May 1, prohibits discrimination, including in advertisements for available real property, against prospective or current tenants based on participation in a Permanent Supportive Housing programs or any […]
Student-led startup helping water sport athletes wins UH Venture Competition
Motion Management, led by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa students, won a prize package of more than $36,000.
Kindergarten registration open for Hawaiian Language Immersion school
Registration at the Hawaiian is open for children who will be 5 years of age on or before July 31.
Hawai‘i police seek public help finding missing Kealakekua woman
The 19-year-old was last seen in the Kealakekua area on Friday.
Young Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders face highest cancer death rates
Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders between the ages of 20 and 49 had the highest death rate from any cancer, compared to 20 to 49-year-olds from other racial and ethnic groups.
Sen. Schatz joins bipartisan effort to protect children from harms of social media
U.S. senators Brian Schatz, Tom Cotton, Chris Murphy and Katie Britt have proposed new legislation called the Protecting Kids on Social Media Act, aimed at safeguarding children from the harmful effects of social media.
Hawai’i Police made 22 fentanyl-related arrests in first four months of 2023
For the first four months of 2023, the Hawaiʻi Police Department made 22 fentanyl-related arrests, recovering 383 grams of fentanyl and 598 fentanyl pills.
Puna man charged with assaulting 43-year-old with knives and nunchucks
Ocean Keanaluokona Hegent is facing assault and kidnapping charges in connection to an incident that occurred on Friday.
‘Moana Jr’ ends successful journey on Big Island
The cast and crew used fresh local ti leaf, recycled and up-cycled set pieces, donated plants from Garden Exchange, donated coconuts from Onomea Farm HUB and more.
ClimbHI launches Hiring Blitz concept for Hawai‘i Island seniors
The April 28 event served as a successful pilot for future events across the state, showcasing a new, results-focused approach to hiring.
Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement appoints Paige Onishi as COO
Onishi will oversee day-to-day operations and ensure all departments within the Council are working to accomplish the organization’s goals.
Big Island company joins business incubator
Kohala Coast Urgent Care is among the 13 companies within the cohort.
Draft management plan available for Kapāpala Canoe Forest on Big Island
The draft management plan is now available online for the 1,257-acre Kapāpala Canoe Forest, the only state land designated for cultivating and providing koa for use in kālaiwaʻa, or traditional Hawaiian canoe construction.
Big Island Now’s poll #11: What would you do if you see swimmers, snorkelers too close to whales, dolphins?
This week, “Dolphin Dave” will appear in Kona District Court this week for a hearing regarding a criminal citation for harassing wildlife.
3.8 magnitude earthquake strikes Sunday night near Pāhala on Big Island
The deep 3.8 magnitude earthquake that struck the Big Island on May 7 is part of the swarm of earthquakes that has been occurring beneath the Pāhala region since 2019.
