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KFD is partnering with the Hawai‘i Wildfire Management Organization on a wildfire preparedness learning series for large landowners and land stewards.

A caravan is planned to get Ka‘ū residents to Hilo on Monday for the Windward Planning Commission’s special meeting.

This year’s theme is “Who Protects Hawaiʻi? We All Do,” underscoring the collaborative approach necessary to address and effectively manage the risks invasive species pose.

House speaker says this year was incredibly productive for the chamber, which made significant progress on its priorities including tax relief for asset limited, income constrained, employed families.

Since midnight of April 27, over 1,600 earthquake events have been recorded on Kīlauea on the Big Island.

Administrators confirmed St. Catherine’s closure on Friday, after parents staged a failed attempt to save the school in mid-March.

The program will help locate and safeguard missing persons who are elderly or are cognitively impaired or developmentally disabled.

The gift comes as the center moves to its next phase as an advanced research and patient care facility.

The newly formed committee will tackle climate disasters and provide a roadmap to mitigate the financial impact of climate change.

The University of California, Berkeley recently returned 335 Native Hawaiian items, including 34 sacred items, to the islands.

Rain has resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters. The public is advised to stay out of flood waters and storm water runoff.

Kaua’i County Council members held a briefing on AT&T’s plan to place a 5G cell tower on a house lot in Ha’ena during a committee meeting on Wednesday, as community residents filled the chambers to speak out against the proposed construction.

House Bill 2298, introduced by Big Island state Rep. Nicole Lowen, mandates that as of July 1, 2027, any coffee labeled or advertised with a Hawaiʻi geographic origin must consist of at least 51% coffee, by weight, from that region.

Firearm registration activity increased dramatically over the course of the 24 years for which these data have been systematically compiled and reported.

“We are truly grateful for Google’s transformative investment in our state’s digital infrastructure,” said Lt. Gov. Luke.

The recalled product may have been distributed at Hoku Foods Natural Market, at both the Kapaʻa and Koloa store locations.

The all-hazard Outdoor Siren Warning System for Public Safety is one part of the Hawai‘i Statewide Alert and Warning System used to notify the public during emergencies.

H.B. 2619, which appropriates almost $20 million, awaits a final vote by the Senate and House of Representatives.

The Pacific Missile Range Facility and its partners held a competitive beach cleanup and more on April 26.

First Tee – Hawai‘i is a youth development organization that helps kids and teens build their strength of character through golf.