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Update: Episode 22 abruptly ends after Kīlauea gets in some OT to end work week
Most recent eruptive episode of the ongoing eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Kaluapele, the summit caldera of the Big Island volcano, ended at 3:29 p.m. Friday, 10 hours and 16 minutes after another awesome display of high fountaining began. May 16, 2025 · 05:17pm
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Update: Episode 22 abruptly ends after Kīlauea gets in some OT to end work week
Most recent eruptive episode of the ongoing eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Kaluapele, the summit caldera of the Big Island volcano, ended at 3:29 p.m. Friday, 10 hours and 16 minutes after another awesome display of high fountaining began.
Kaua’i first responders again called to Kalalau Trail for injured hiker rescue
Personnel with Līhu‘e Fire Station aboard Air 1 responded after a report of a distressed hiker was received shortly before 11 a.m. Sunday. The 30-year-old visitor was found at the upper camp shelter of Hanakoa.
Kaua‘i Police Department commemorates National Police Week
“We stand united this week to honor the fallen and to recognize the dedication and hard work of those who protect and serve our communities every day. We are deeply grateful for their service and commitment to the safety and well-being of Kaua‘i,” said Kaua‘i Police Chief Todd Raybuck in a release about his department’s observance of National Police Week.
2025 hurricane season looks to be less busy than normal with 1 to 4 tropical cyclones
Despite near to below average Central Pacific forecast, officials — including Gov. Josh Green and those with the Central Pacific Hurricane Center — urge island residents to be vigilant and prepare now because any storm that develops has the potential to be the one that strikes.
Volcano Watch: What lurks beneath; learning from lava ooze outs
Dive beneath the solidified crust on the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater floor in this week’s edition of “Volcano Watch” to explore the complicated mix of molten material below.
Kaua‘i councilman announces run for mayor
The councilman previously served as mayor from 2000 to 2018.
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New Hawaiʻi State FCU podcast tackles local issues through conversations
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union announced the launch of its new monthly podcast, "Voices of Change – The HSFCU Podcast," designed to spark meaningful conversations and inspire action around issues impacting Hawaiʻi residents. The first episode, featuring Micah Kāne, former president and CEO of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation and current president and CEO of Parker Ranch, is now live.
Gov. Green, AG Lopez announce $700M settlement in Plavix lawsuit
Gov. Josh Green, M.D. and Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez announced that the state of Hawaiʻi has entered into a $700 million settlement agreement with pharmaceutical giants Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS) Company and three US-based subsidiaries of French pharmaceutical company Sanofi.
Rep. Tokuda votes against cuts to SNAP after 14-hour markup
After a marathon 14-hour markup in the House Agriculture Committee, US Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02) voted against the Republicans' reconciliation bill that she said would cut over $300 billion in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
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Update: 77-year-old man last seen more than a year ago found in good health on O’ahu
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Update: Kīlauea turns in bit of overtime before abruptly clocking out to end Episode 22
Most recent eruptive episode of the ongoing eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Kaluapele, the summit caldera of the Big Island volcano, ended at 3:29 p.m. Friday, 10 hours and 16 minutes after another awesome display of high fountaining began.
Flood advisory in effect for portions of North Kona and South Kohala
National Weather Service radar indicated at just before 3 p.m. Friday that heavy rain was falling at a rate of up to 1 inch per hour over locations that included Kailua-Kona, Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, Captain Cook and Waikōloa, among others.
