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Free medical cannabis courses now offered to Hawaiʻi health care providers
These courses are designed to give health care providers a foundational understanding of the endocannabinoid system, and the clinical application of medical cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD).
Flight operations scheduled for management of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park has flight operations scheduled for the early days of September.
Kumukahi Health + Wellness secures grant amid looming federal funding cuts
The grant shores up Kumukahi’s cash flow while also allowing the nonprofit to launch a first-of-its-kind transitional housing program and new staff position benefiting the LGBTQ+ community on Hawai‘i Island, according to a news release Friday from the nonprofit.
Big Island weekly lane closures: Aug. 30 to Sept. 5
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Registration open for annual ALS walk coming up in Hilo
Those interested in participating can register online at alswalkbigisland.org till Sept. 5 at 8 p.m. However, the nonprofit will allow supporters to register the morning of the event, beginning at 9 a.m.
Invasive insect detected on Kaua‘i, attacking native naio plant
Myoporum thrips were first discovered in the state in 2009, on Hawaiʻi Island, where they are now widespread. The invasive insect was identified on Oʻahu in 2018 and confirmed on Moloka’i in 2024.
DNA evidence links Washington State man to violent crimes in Hilo three years apart
Hiram Dale Keli‘i Kuilauwoho Kawelu is facing a myriad of charges for the two incidents, including manslaughter for the death of a delivery truck driver.
Restoration of Pohoiki Road begins after lava inundation during 2018 Kīlauea eruption
The project involves the restoration of 4.5 miles of roadway and water lines that will return water service to Isaac Kepo‘okalani Hale Beach Park.
Peaceful Labor Day rallies to promote rights of ‘Workers, NOT Billionaires!’
People in 4 Big Island locations — 8 total throughout the state — will join nationwide protests meant to let President Donald Trump and his administration know that the growing income gap, ‘military takeover’ of Washington, budget bill and more are repulsive, rallying against authoritarianism.
Hawai‘i federal lawmakers introduce resolution recognizing history, significance of Mauna Loa Observatory
Introduction comes after Trump Administration announced plans to cancel lease for essential government office connected to Mauna Loa Observatory.
Isaac Kepoʻokalani Hale Beach Park in Puna to be temporarily closed starting next week
Closure is necessary to support public safety efforts during crane dredging operations at Pohoiki Boat Ramp, which is located at the park.
Visitor arrivals, spending on the Big Island slightly decreases from last year
Changes across the islands, price increases and shifts in travel may be part of the differences in visitor numbers and spending statewide.
Volcano Watch: Cracks in the 2018 Kīlauea lava delta; what do they mean?
Recently spotted cracks in the delta demonstrate the instability of solid lava along the coastal edge; the new cracks are alarming and have led people to wonder what they mean.
Two monk seal pups given new outlook on life after receiving care at Ke Kai Ola on Big Island
“For an endangered species like the Hawaiian monk seal, every patient matters,” said Dr. Sophie Whoriskey, associate director of Hawaiʻi Conservation Medicine at the Marine Mammal Center.
Konawaena High hosts Fukuoka All-Star girls basketball team as part of statewide immersive cultural exchange
Fukuoka-Hawaiʻi Sports Exchange promotes international connection, fosters global mindsets and develops cultural understanding.
Collaborative effort results in needed housing for Hāmākua kūpuna
HOPE Services is opening Hale Ulu Lehua, a supportive housing project, in the now transformed convent at Lady of the Lourdes Catholic Parish in Honokaʻa.
Innovative materials developed by Big Island researchers for space exploration on display at Smithsonian
“Futures in Space” — which opened July 28 at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington — features two launchpad pavers and an interlocking brick made of sintered Hawaiian basalt and developed by Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems.
Hawaiʻi County, HALE O Hawaiʻi partner to deliver affordable homeownership
Innovative land trust model to keep homes in Hawai’i County affordable for generations to come advanced by Uyeda family receiving keys to their new Hilo 3-bedroom, 2-bath house through collaboration.
Police seek info about July grocery store robbery, suspect caught in surveillance video
The robbery is reported to have occurred at about 3:30 p.m. July 10 at the business on Pūʻainakō Street in Hilo.
Police seek runaway last seen in Kona
Police are asking for help in locating 16-year-old Chaiclen Aaliyah Abong-Rivera, who was last seen at 2:15 p.m. in Kailua-Kona on Wednesday.
