Hawaii Island Seed Bank helps build climate resilience
There is an off-grid, solar-powered storage container just north of Kailua-Kona filled with millions of seeds.
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Hawai‘i Community College Day showcases diverse programs, classic cars during annual event
Hawaiʻi Community College celebrated the 60th anniversary of the Auto Body Repair and Painting program with classic cars and competition.
Bill limiting mainland campaign activity faces likely passage
The state House and Senate on Wednesday separately approved last-minute amendments to a bill that would require corporations and nonprofit organizations created on the mainland to follow the same campaign do...
Isle nonprofits face mounting challenges, new report finds
As Hawaii lawmakers finalize state budget priorities and uncertainty looms over federal funding, a new statewide report is raising concerns about the stability of the nonprofit sector, which employs more tha...
Trial begins in fatal shooting of 24-year-old pregnant woman
After four years, the trial for Samuel Carter, aka Tony Johnson, 62, commenced this week in the Aug. 19, 2022, late-night shooting death of a 24-year-old pregnant woman, who was seated at a bus stop in China...
Military members lose Red Hill case against the federal government
Despite calling it an “overly harsh and unjust outcome,” a federal judge ruled against military service members affected by the Red Hill fuel crisis and dismissed their case against the government Tuesda...
Commission OK’s rezoning plan for Pahoa town
The Hawaii County Windward Planning Commission voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a legislation package that would rezone parts of downtown Pahoa.
Obituaries for May 7
Abrigail “Abbie” Louise Silva Calina, 93, of Pepeekeo died April 27 in Hilo. She was a community volunteer and leader, past president of International Association of Professional Secretaries Internationa...
A boon for Banyan Drive: State Legislature passes redevelopment bill
A Banyan Drive redevelopment bill is heading to Gov. Josh Green’s desk for his signature.
Honoka‘a food program set to reach milestone
A beloved community meal program will celebrate its seveenth anniversary by serving its 100,000th meal on Friday, May 15.
Hawaii Island Seed Bank helps build climate resilience
There is an off-grid, solar-powered storage container just north of Kailua-Kona filled with millions of seeds.
From student to teacher: A full-circle story rooted in Nanakuli
Celebrating 20 years of Teach For America in Hawaiʻi, we welcome local educator Mercy Watson, whose inspiring journey has come full circle as she now teaches at the same school she once attended.
State to remove passing zone on Daniel K. Inouye Hwy. after deadly crash
HDOT Director Ed Sniffen said crews will remove the passing zone at mile marker 26 on Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
Shipping rate-hike bill advances to governor
Senate Bill 2694 requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish automatic adjustment mechanisms to address economic factors.
KS-Hawaii starts closer to beat Kailua in state baseball
Kamehameha-Hawaii went to its closer early in its biggest tournament.
Authorities investigate after man throws rock at monk seal on Maui
Hawaii conservation officers are investigating after a man allegedly threw a rock at an endangered monk seal in the ocean off of Lahaina, Maui.
3 finalists named in search for next Honolulu police chief
The Honolulu Police Commission narrowed the field to Scott Ebner, Mike Lambert and David Lazar after six semi-finalists were interviewed earlier this week.
Hilo outlasts King Kekaulike in eight innings in state baseball opener
Cole Hatayama came through with a double with two outs in the eighth inning and Hilo outlasted King Kekaulike 8-6 in the first round of the Wally Yonamine Foundation Division I State Baseball Championships a...
‘It really does suck’: rideshare drivers consider quitting over high gas prices
As gas prices remain elevated, some Hawaii rideshare drivers say they’re working longer hours, turning down low fares and even considering quitting.
Maui High senior partners with police to combat bullying through art
The Maui Police Department is partnering with a high school senior to stop bullying.
Pedestrian safety bill honoring Nanakuli victim heads to governor
Senate Bill 3234, also referred to as the Tehya Mahelona bill, would provide $2 million to make crossings safer near schools.
Five ‘Bows snag All-America honors as team heads to NCAA semifinals
The University of Hawaii men’s volleyball team heads to to California, the ‘Bows also have accolades to celebrate.
Video of rock thrown at Hawaiian monk seal sparks outrage, investigation
Witnesses said a couple repeatedly approached a monk seal resting near the shoreline despite being told to back away.
Man launches rock at endangered Hawaiian monk seal, sparks online outrage
Federal investigators are now looking into a viral incident in Lahaina after a video appearing to show a man throwing a large rock toward a Hawaiian monk seal spread widely