Hawai‘i News $75K in scholarships awarded by Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association to 15 Hawaiʻi…
Kaua‘i News UPDATE: High bacteria count advisory now also canceled at Waiʻoli Beach Park in…
58-year-old pedestrian seriously injured in traffic collision on Kūhiō Highway
The Hanamāʻulu man was transported to Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe in critical but stable condition; because of the extent of his injuries, however, he was later transferred to The Queen’s Medical Center on Oʻahu for further treatment. June 20, 2026 · 02:41pm
Big Island state lawmaker subject of hateful, threatening message on social media
The message, posted the morning of June 16 on Facebook, was attached to an invite by Puna state Sen. Joy San Buenaventura to community members for them to join her for a party June 20 in Kea‘au.Hawai‘i News June 20 news in brief: Celebrating chefs, cold brew and wine, ‘Hawaiian…
Hawai‘i News First-of-its-kind comprehensive children, youth fiscal map released by state
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Lane closures scheduled through June 26 on state roadways around Kaua‘i
Friends of Kauaʻi Wildlife Refuges awards $31,250 in scholarships, supports 17 emerging…
Volcano Watch: What is the difference between an eruption and an episode
Community members invited to meeting about Morgan’s Ponds Breakwater Maintenance…
Emergency mass notification service test rescheduled
Celebrity chefs and local talent to take center stage at the sixth annual Kauaʻi Poke…
Antarctic expeditioner, Mānoa undergrad set to join University of Hawaiʻi Board of…
UPDATE: Kūhiō Highway near Mānoa Stream reopen
Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i presents more than $45K to Visitor Industry Charity Walk
William Sinclair pleads not guilty to murder, weapons charges; trial set for September
Public meeting scheduled for Kukui Street, Olohena Road improvements
Native Hawaiian adults face mobility challenges earlier in life
Lane closures scheduled at Ala Kinoiki, Poʻipū Road intersection
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Kaua‘i News
Big Island state lawmaker subject of hateful, threatening message on social media
The message, posted the morning of June 16 on Facebook, was attached to an invite by Puna state Sen. Joy San Buenaventura to community members for them to join her for a party June 20 in Kea‘au.
US News and World Report ranks University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa among world’s top universities
Two subjects at the university’s flagship campus on O’ahu also placed in the world’s top 50. Another four were ranked in the world’s top 150.
58-year-old pedestrian seriously injured in traffic collision on Kūhiō Highway
The Hanamāʻulu man was transported to Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe in critical but stable condition; because of the extent of his injuries, however, he was later transferred to The Queen’s Medical Center on Oʻahu for further treatment.
$75K in scholarships awarded by Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association to 15 Hawaiʻi high school seniors
Kauaʻi High School grad David Braman and Waimea High School grad Brynn Lee Hirata were the 2026 Kaimana Scholars from Kauaʻi County.
UPDATE: High bacteria count advisory now also canceled at Waiʻoli Beach Park in Hanalei
State health officials made the announcement just less than 2 hours after they notified the public that a brown water advisory previously in effect for the same beach on the North Shore was canceled earlier June 20.
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Hawaii News
Big Island state lawmaker subject of hateful, threatening message on social media
The message, posted the morning of June 16 on Facebook, was attached to an invite by Puna state Sen. Joy San Buenaventura to community members for them to join her for a party June 20 in Kea‘au.
US News and World Report ranks University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa among world’s top universities
Two subjects at the university’s flagship campus on O’ahu also placed in the world’s top 50. Another four were ranked in the world’s top 150.
$75K in scholarships awarded by Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association to 15 Hawaiʻi high school seniors
Kauaʻi High School grad David Braman and Waimea High School grad Brynn Lee Hirata were the 2026 Kaimana Scholars from Kauaʻi County.
June 20 news in brief: Celebrating chefs, cold brew and wine, ‘Hawaiian Soul’ and more
A quick look at news from throughout the state, region and beyond.
Big Island News
Hawai‘i Police Department Kona Community Policing Section to host first ‘Fill a Cruiser’ Back-to-School Supplies Drive
The Kona Police Station, located at 74‑611 Hale Makai Place in Kailua‑Kona, is also accepting back‑to‑school supply donations prior to the event.
Don’t let it go! Get your tickets now to experience magic of Disney’s ‘Frozen’ on Palace Theater stage
The curtain already fell on two performances, and we'd almost wager you're not building a snowman — no matter if you want to or not. So there's no reason to wait, especially if it's the first time in forever you will catch a live show at historic Palace Theater in downtown Hilo.
Maui News
Wailuku man reported missing by concerned family
The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Edward Kailipalauli, 32, of Wailuku.
Maui Surf Forecast for June 21, 2026
A small, medium-period south swell will continue to fade, with a new long-period south swell peaking overnight. The result surf along south and...
Hawaiian Mission Houses and Makawao Cemetery present Cemetery History Theatre, July 18 and 19
Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives (HMH) and co-sponsor Makawao Cemetery Association present the return of Cemetery History Theatre — for one weekend in July 2026: Saturday, July 18 and Sunday, July 19. This year marks the program's 15th anniversary.
