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High surf advisory in place for south-facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands

According to the National Weather Service, a series of long-period south-southwest swells that began building Monday and Tuesday will bring surf of 8-12 feet.

Historic row across Pacific Ocean to Maui reaches half-way point

After a month on the water, Joshua Dukes and his three rowing companions are nearing the halfway point on their historic journey from Washington to Maui, Hawaiʻi. The 3,100 mile trek across the open ocean started on May 2, 2026 and is expected to take a total of 50-70 days to complete.

Department of Health to survey Kaua‘i residents on their household emergency preparedness

Survey teams will go door to door June 15–19 in 30 randomly selected census blocks.

Lane closure schedule in Līhu‘e for sewer manhole repair

Motorists are advised to make the appropriate arrangements to accommodate the necessary lane closure, use alternate routes, and allow extra time to get to destinations.

UPDATE: Kīlauea’s 48th eruptive episode on Hawai‘i Island has ended

An estimated 7.3 million cubic yards of lava erupted and covered about 40% of the Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor. 

Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia to alter the next phase of Moananuiākea voyage as El Niño intensifies

The Polynesian Voyaging Society is adjusting their schedule and plans to depart Aotearoa in August 2026 due to the intensifying El Niño pattern in the Pacific Ocean.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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Big Island man denied bail following charges of first and second-degree murder

Jacob Baker is the lone suspect in the homicides of three elderly men in three locations that took place on May 22 and on May 23, according to the Hawaiʻi Police Department.

High surf advisory in place for south-facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands

According to the National Weather Service, a series of long-period south-southwest swells that began building Monday and Tuesday will bring surf of 8-12 feet.

Historic row across Pacific Ocean to Maui reaches half-way point

After a month on the water, Joshua Dukes and his three rowing companions are nearing the halfway point on their historic journey from Washington to Maui, Hawaiʻi. The 3,100 mile trek across the open ocean started on May 2, 2026 and is expected to take a total of 50-70 days to complete.

UPDATE: Kīlauea’s 48th eruptive episode on Hawai‘i Island has ended

An estimated 7.3 million cubic yards of lava erupted and covered about 40% of the Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor. 

Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia to alter the next phase of Moananuiākea voyage as El Niño intensifies

The Polynesian Voyaging Society is adjusting their schedule and plans to depart Aotearoa in August 2026 due to the intensifying El Niño pattern in the Pacific Ocean.

Students invited to attend high-level music institute this July

Students can attend the Pacific Music Institute, which is a series of workshops, rehearsals and performances, from July 3-12 at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and ʻIolani School campuses.

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No tsunami following magnitude-5.2 quake off Kona Coast of Big Island

Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says some might have felt shaking; however, as of 10 minutes after the quake struck there were no 'Fett Reports' made to U.S. Geological Survey.

34-year-old from Hilo charged with arson, threatening with a machete at Kona homeless encampment

A woman told police that Kaleb Paulus was armed with a machete and threatened to kill her on May 18.

Health Department investigates unusual water quality results at Honokohau Harbor

Health officials are retesting because Honokohau Harbor has consistently met state water quality standards and there is no known fecal contamination identified in the area.

Waterline repairs to temporarily disrupt service in Keaʻau on Wednesday

Some residents and businesses, including Keaʻau Middle School, will experience a temporary water service interruption on Wednesday because of emergency repairs to a leaking water main.

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No tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after preliminary magnitude 4.6 earthquake off Kona Coast

There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a preliminary magnitude 4.6 earthquake reported at 5:59 p.m. on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 off the Kona Coast of Hawaiʻi Island west of the Kahaluu-Keauhou region.

John Mulaney ‘Mister Whatever’ adds Maui to stand-up comedy tour, Dec. 18, 2026

Emmy Award-winning comedian John Mulaney announced he is adding new dates to his new stand-up comedy tour, John Mulaney: Mister Whatever. Mulaney brings his new tour to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center's Castle Theater, Friday, Dec. 18, 2026.

Interact Club of Lahainaluna High School partners with United Way to support graduation activities

The Interact Club of Lahainaluna High School partnered with United Way to help fund and support graduation activities for the Class of 2026.

Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort named a Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown winner

Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort has been named among the debut winners of a new accolade, the Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown, a prestigious collection of some of the world’s greatest hotels.