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    Hawaiʻi's firearm registration report for 2025 reveals a notable 14.7% rise in permit applications alongside a slight decline in total firearm registrations, with a record percentage of imported firearms highlighting changing ownership trends.

    Hawai‘i News UPDATE: No tsunami threat to Kaua’i after 7.4 quake

    Community National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration designates University of Hawaiʻi as…

    Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke. Photo Courtesy: Office of the Lieutenant Governor

    Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election; opens door for Kawakami

    With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi's second highest position. April 19, 2026 · 02:53pm

    Rediscovered rare Lāna‘i native species reflect stewardship, conservation partnerships

    Surveys were led by Maui Nui Plant Extinction Prevention Program in partnership with Pūlama Lāna‘i, using on-the-ground exploration and drone technology to access steep cliffs and remote terrain.

    Business Hawaiʻi Coffee Association welcomes new executive director to help drive strategic…

    Hawai‘i News Kaua’i firefighters douse early morning blaze in Waimea

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    Firearm applications increase while registrations dip slightly in Hawaiʻi

    Hawaiʻi’s firearm registration report for 2025 reveals a notable 14.7% rise in permit applications alongside a slight decline in total firearm registrations, with a record percentage of imported firearms highlighting changing ownership trends.

    Rediscovered rare Lāna‘i native species reflect stewardship, conservation partnerships

    Surveys were led by Maui Nui Plant Extinction Prevention Program in partnership with Pūlama Lāna‘i, using on-the-ground exploration and drone technology to access steep cliffs and remote terrain.

    UPDATE: No tsunami threat to Kaua’i after 7.4 quake

    No tsunami threat to the state after a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the east coast of Honshu, Japan, late Sunday, sparking tsunami monitoring across the Pacific.

    National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration designates University of Hawaiʻi as new reef research institute

    “This new institute combines [University of Hawaiʻi]’s strengths in cutting-edge, ocean-related research and our collaborative, place-based approach to working with resource managers throughout Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to protect our vital coral reefs,” said University of Hawaiʻi Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Chad Walton.

    Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election; opens door for Kawakami

    With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi’s second highest position.

    Hawaiʻi Coffee Association welcomes new executive director to help drive strategic planning initiatives forward

    Abigail Munoz with Monarch Coffee was unanimously elected by the board, “and she was absolutely the right person for this role,” said Hawaiʻi Coffee Association President Ryson Nakamasu.
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    Firearm applications increase while registrations dip slightly in Hawaiʻi

    Hawaiʻi’s firearm registration report for 2025 reveals a notable 14.7% rise in permit applications alongside a slight decline in total firearm registrations, with a record percentage of imported firearms highlighting changing ownership trends.

    Rediscovered rare Lāna‘i native species reflect stewardship, conservation partnerships

    Surveys were led by Maui Nui Plant Extinction Prevention Program in partnership with Pūlama Lāna‘i, using on-the-ground exploration and drone technology to access steep cliffs and remote terrain.

    UPDATE: No tsunami threat to Kaua’i after 7.4 quake

    No tsunami threat to the state after a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the east coast of Honshu, Japan, late Sunday, sparking tsunami monitoring across the Pacific.

    National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration designates University of Hawaiʻi as new reef research institute

    “This new institute combines [University of Hawaiʻi]’s strengths in cutting-edge, ocean-related research and our collaborative, place-based approach to working with resource managers throughout Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to protect our vital coral reefs,” said University of Hawaiʻi Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Chad Walton.

    Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election; opens door for Kawakami

    With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi’s second highest position.

    Hawaiʻi Coffee Association welcomes new executive director to help drive strategic planning initiatives forward

    Abigail Munoz with Monarch Coffee was unanimously elected by the board, “and she was absolutely the right person for this role,” said Hawaiʻi Coffee Association President Ryson Nakamasu.

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    Firearm permit applications in Hawaiʻi up last year, state report says

    Hawaiʻi's firearm registration report for 2025 reveals a notable 14.7% rise in permit applications alongside a slight decline in total firearm registrations, with a record percentage of imported firearms highlighting changing ownership trends.

    Hawaiʻi Gas accepting applications for temporary summer positions throughout islands

    Positions are designed for recent high school grads and college students; the utility is recruiting for a range of posts at all locations statewide.

    UPDATE: No tsunami risk to Hawai’i after 7.4 earthquake east of Japan

    No tsunami threat to the state after a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the east coast of Honshu, Japan, late Sunday, sparking tsunami monitoring across the Pacific.

    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 20, 2026

    An upper level trough passing through the Hawaii region on Monday will keep high and middle level clouds over the islands with brief showers and chances for a...

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    Maui Surf Forecast for April 20, 2026

    Swell and surf will remain small along all shores through late Monday. A small, medium period, northwest swell will move across the waters Monday night...

    State prevails in federal lawsuit that had sought to block Hawaiʻi’s claims against major fossil fuel companies

    The state of Hawaiʻi today secured a significant legal victory in federal court, with the US District Court for the District of Hawaiʻi issuing an order dismissing a lawsuit filed by the United States, that sought to stop Hawaiʻi’s separate lawsuit filed in state court against major fossil fuel companies.

    Rep. Tokuda leads House floor debate, urges swift passage of disaster aid for farmers

    US Rep. Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) led floor debate for Democrats in support of H.R. 1011, the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, urging its immediate passage to enhance federal disaster assistance programs for farmers recovering from natural disasters like the devastating Kona Low storms.  

    Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke will not seek re-election

    Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announced today that she will not seek re-election to a second term. In a statement, Luke said, “This weekend, after a long discussion with my family and close friends, I decided not to seek re-election to a second term as Lieutenant Governor."