Kilauea alert level raised to ‘watch’ after signs of renewed activity
The U.S. Geological Survey said precursory, low-level activity began early Monday morning when lava overflowed from the north vent.
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Family of deceased mental patient sues over mainland treatment
The family of a Kauai man who committed suicide at a mainland mental health facility is suing the state.
Hawaii Island youth take the court for Jr. NBA League All-Star Showcase
The All-Star Showcase marked the finale of the state’s inaugural Jr. NBA League season for a full day of games and skill-building.
Crash injures 2, shuts down major highway near Waimanalo Beach
A man and woman were hospitalized Monday after a head-on collision in Waimanalo shut down a major highway.
Volcano Watch issued for Kilauea as lava overflows North Vent
A volcano watch is in effect for Kilauea due to lava overflowing the North Vent, and residents near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park should prepare for potential tephra fall.
Waimea’s Heluhelu Quiz Bowl uses friendly competition to inspire young readers
The annual Heluhelu Quiz Bowl on Hawaii Island challenges student teams to read 30 books over the year and answer detailed questions at an April competition.
Kamehameha Highway to fully close at Waimea Bay for rockfall mitigation work
The May 17 closure will allow helicopter operations to install rockfall netting; emergency vehicles and TheBus can pass with coordination.
Hawai‘i Department of Health EMS Branch receives national recognition
The branch has been named the 2026 National State EMS Office/Agency of the Year by the National Association of State Emergency Medical Services Officials.
The Long Game: Former UH standout & longtime Hawaii baseball coach Ron Nomura
Ron Nomura has dedicated his career to guiding Hawaii’s next generation of baseball stars. After graduating from McKinley High in the 1970s, he went on to enjoy a standout career at the University of Hawai...
Police search for suspects in violent Maili armed robbery
One of the men allegedly cut him with an edged weapon and he says the other assaulted him while demanding his property.
Investigator dispatched to 2-alarm fire that tore through home in Makakilo
Honolulu firefighters were dispatched to the scene on Palailai St., where the fire caused massive damage to a home.
First Alert Forecast: Breezy winds with scattered showers persist today, lighter winds due tomorrow
First Alert Forecast: Breezy winds with scattered showers persist today, lighter winds due tomorrow
Police investigate possible drowning of opihi picker in Kona
The man has been identified as John Kauhaihao of Kealakekua.
University of Hawai‘i leads state’s fight to protect native species with nearly 100 grant-funded projects
The work targets some of the state’s most urgent challenges, including rapid ʻōhiʻa death, invasive mosquitoes that spread avian malaria, destructive food crop plant pests, invasive ants and beetles, an...
Cavs use third-quarter surge to best Raptors in Game 7
Jarrett Allen scored 14 of his career playoff-high-tying 22 points in the third quarter and grabbed 19 rebounds, powering the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 114-102 win over the visiting Toronto Raptors on Sunday...
Teen Surfers Make Hawaiʻi History In First-Ever State Championship
Students and coaches had advocated for years for surfing to be recognized as an official high school sport.
University of Hawaii secures $33.5M to combat invasive species
Researchers at the University of Hawaii are leading nearly 100 projects backed by more than $33.5 million in funding to combat invasive species across the islands, underscoring the growing urgency to protect...
Spirit Airlines’ demise could help other airlines
Spirit Airlines was once a potent force in the U.S. aviation industry. Its demise will reveal how strong that influence had been in recent years when air travel had already begun moving away from the low-far...
3 dead of suspected hantavirus infections on cruise ship, WHO says
Three people who were aboard a cruise ship sailing the Atlantic Ocean have died of suspected infections of hantavirus, the World Health Organization said Sunday, referring to a rare family of viruses carried...
Doctors from countries under travel ban now allowed to stay in US
Foreign doctors will be able to receive visas allowing them to practice in the United States, after the Trump administration quietly changed a policy to exempt them from a travel ban.
OPEC+, in symbolic gesture, to increase oil production
The oil cartel known as OPEC+ agreed on Sunday to step up output next month by a modest 188,000 barrels a day, in a move meant to send a signal that it was conducting business as usual. The group met days af...
Editorial: Make responsible driving decisions
The rate of traffic fatalities, compared to this time last year, has steeply declined — a good thing given that 2025’s 128 deaths marked the deadliest year for Hawaii roads since 2007. Still, the state i...
Hawaii scores six runs in seventh inning to overtake UC Riverside for series sweep
Embracing a self-styled “winning time” approach, the Hawaii baseball team crafted a 10-5 victory over UC Riverside at Les Murakami Stadium.
On-duty police officer indicted for sexual assault
A 26-year-old Honolulu police officer has been indicted on multiple counts in the alleged sexual assault of a woman while he was on duty April 6 and 7.