Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Health Care System to host community call, town hall on Kaua‘i

The events are aimed at providing Garden Isle veterans information about available services, get health screenings and vaccines, receive assistance with Veterans Affairs healthcare enrollment, renew or replace Veterans Affairs identification cards and more; organization executive leadership also will be available to provide updates about resources and engage directly with veterans.

Business Intervention granted in review of luxury development at Hanalei Bay

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Updated potential refuge area list released ahead of hurricane season

The list is being released as a personal preparedness and planning tool to help residents and visitors identify potential refuge locations around the island ahead of the 2026 Central Pacific hurricane season, which begins t at the beginning of next week on June 1.

Additional details about extent of damages from Big Island quake continue to be reported

Hawai‘i County Civil Defense as of Wednesday, May 27, had received more than 200 damage reports from the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that struck shortly before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22, on west side of Big Island; 85 of the reports were from properties with major damage and 8 homes are considered destroyed.

Hawai‘i News BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Manhunt underway for 36-year-old suspect in murders of 3 elderly…

Hawai‘i News Friend identifies 2 elderly victims killed in Hawai’i Island murder spree

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Intervention granted in review of luxury development at Hanalei Bay

Community organizations petitioning to intervene in proposed housing development say the project threatens sensitive coastal habitat, imperiled native seabirds and Native Hawaiian cultural practices.

US Department of Education leader visits University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa research facilities

The visit also provided an opportunity for federal Education Department leadership to learn more about the University of Hawaiʻi’s research enterprise, student success initiatives, workforce development efforts and higher education programs.

Updated potential refuge area list released ahead of hurricane season

The list is being released as a personal preparedness and planning tool to help residents and visitors identify potential refuge locations around the island ahead of the 2026 Central Pacific hurricane season, which begins t at the beginning of next week on June 1.

Additional details about extent of damages from Big Island quake continue to be reported

Hawai‘i County Civil Defense as of Wednesday, May 27, had received more than 200 damage reports from the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that struck shortly before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22, on west side of Big Island; 85 of the reports were from properties with major damage and 8 homes are considered destroyed.

Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Health Care System to host community call, town hall on Kaua‘i

The events are aimed at providing Garden Isle veterans information about available services, get health screenings and vaccines, receive assistance with Veterans Affairs healthcare enrollment, renew or replace Veterans Affairs identification cards and more; organization executive leadership also will be available to provide updates about resources and engage directly with veterans.

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Manhunt underway for 36-year-old suspect in murders of 3 elderly men on Big Island

Two of the victims were identified by a friend as Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, who lived within 500 yards or so of each other in Pāhoa.
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US Department of Education leader visits University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa research facilities

The visit also provided an opportunity for federal Education Department leadership to learn more about the University of Hawaiʻi’s research enterprise, student success initiatives, workforce development efforts and higher education programs.

Additional details about extent of damages from Big Island quake continue to be reported

Hawai‘i County Civil Defense as of Wednesday, May 27, had received more than 200 damage reports from the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that struck shortly before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22, on west side of Big Island; 85 of the reports were from properties with major damage and 8 homes are considered destroyed.

BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Manhunt underway for 36-year-old suspect in murders of 3 elderly men on Big Island

Two of the victims were identified by a friend as Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, who lived within 500 yards or so of each other in Pāhoa.

Friend identifies 2 elderly victims killed in Hawai’i Island murder spree

Don Hyatt said his friends, Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, were two of the victims. Suspect Jacob Baker remains on the lam.

Blazing victory: Penesa named 2026 World Fireknife Champion

Falaniko Solomona Penesa of Samoa claimed the top spot in the elite men’s division, outperforming Hikitahi Piokoe of Arue, Tahiti, who placed second, and Kenshi Jordan of Ishigaki, Japan, who finished third.

New single ‘Not Living for the Likes’ set for release this week by renowned Hawaiʻi group Kapena

Island-pop single by the renowned Hawaiʻi music group encourages listeners to find self-worth beyond social media validation, online comparison and pressure of digital approval.

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Penesa of Samoa blazes to victory, claims 2026 World Fireknife Championship crown

Falaniko Solomona Penesa of Samoa claimed the top spot in the elite men’s division, outperforming Hikitahi Piokoe of Arue, Tahiti, who placed second, and Kenshi Jordan of Ishigaki, Japan, who finished third.

Petroglyph boardwalk reopens at national historical park in North Kona

The boardwalk was closed for several months for repairs.

Puna community on edge as manhunt continues Thursday on Big Island for suspect in triple homicide

The murders of three men within less than 48 hours and ongoing search for 36-year-old armed and extremely dangerous suspect Jacob "Jake" Daniel Baker are causing fear, unease, frustration, grief and more among residents.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 29-June 4: Punk rock, Hawaiian music fest, keiki camps, “WHAAM!” and more

A great variety of events, activities, festivals and more is once again available for people of all ages; check out this week's top 10 to see what piques your interests!

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Mini Stop to add ‘Chicky Tendies’ to its menu June 1

Minit Stop will launch Chicky Tendies on June 1 — a hand-battered tender version of its longtime signature chicken, accompanied by three house-made dipping sauces.

PacWhale Eco-Adventures announces return to Lahaina Harbor in June 2026

PacWhale Eco-Adventures, the social enterprise of Pacific Whale Foundation, will resume ocean operations from Lahaina Harbor beginning June 1, 2026, marking a meaningful milestone in Maui’s ongoing recovery following the 2023 wildfires.

County of Maui honors Outstanding Older American Male and Female of 2026

The County of Maui Department of Human Concerns Office on Aging announced that Joseph Pontanilla and Roselani Enomoto received the 2026 Maui County Outstanding Older American Male and Female awards, respectively, during a recent ceremony to honor Older Americans Month and the inspiring contributions of Maui County’s kūpuna.

Lahainaluna Foundation awards $167,000 in scholarships

The Lahainaluna High School Foundation marked its 25th year of awarding scholarships on April 30, presenting $167,000 in awards to students and alumni despite a year that brought both the lingering aftermath of the August 2023 wildfires and flooding from the February 2026 Kona low storm.