Kaua‘i News Trailer guidelines change at County Refuse Transfer Stations beginning Friday
Hawai‘i News State sells $1.94 billion of bonds for infrastructure investment
Chef Emeril Lagasse among celebrity judges at 2026 Kauaʻi Poke Fest
James Beard Award-winning Chef Sam Choy will host the event, two-time "Top Chef" finalist Chef Sheldon Simeon and acclaimed Las Vegas culinarian Chef Ronnie Rainwater also serving as judges. May 08, 2026 · 05:00am
Hawaiʻi launching $2 million recovery initiative to lure tourists after Kona low storms
“These funds are about supporting Hawai‘i’s economy, local businesses and the people who depend on the visitor industry for their livelihoods,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said.Hawai‘i News Hawai‘i Department of Health looking for teens to participate in upcoming survey
Hawai‘i News Hawaiʻi State Legislature passes Artificial Intelligence safety act
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Kaua‘i News
Volcano Watch: U.S. geologists visit El Salvador, home to more than 200 volcanoes
In March, a team of U.S. Geological Survey scientists, including two from Hawaiʻi, visited El Salvador in Central America for volcanological field studies and a workshop on lava flow hazards.
Hawaiʻi launching $2 million recovery initiative to lure tourists after Kona low storms
“These funds are about supporting Hawai‘i’s economy, local businesses and the people who depend on the visitor industry for their livelihoods,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said.
Trailer guidelines change at County Refuse Transfer Stations beginning Friday
Kauaʻi County Solid Waste Division has lifted trailer size restrictions at refuse transfer stations and is now allowing trailers up to a three-quarter-ton capacity.
Hawai‘i Department of Health looking for teens to participate in upcoming survey
Information collected will be used to improve health programs and services for Hawai‘i’s youth.
Chef Emeril Lagasse among celebrity judges at 2026 Kauaʻi Poke Fest
James Beard Award-winning Chef Sam Choy will host the event, two-time “Top Chef” finalist Chef Sheldon Simeon and acclaimed Las Vegas culinarian Chef Ronnie Rainwater also serving as judges.
Hawaiʻi State Legislature passes Artificial Intelligence safety act
The landmark legislation would establish some of the nation’s first consumer protections and transparency requirements for conversational artificial intelligence services, particularly for minors and individuals seeking mental health or crisis support.
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Hawaii News
Volcano Watch: U.S. geologists visit El Salvador, home to more than 200 volcanoes
In March, a team of U.S. Geological Survey scientists, including two from Hawaiʻi, visited El Salvador in Central America for volcanological field studies and a workshop on lava flow hazards.
Hawaiʻi launching $2 million recovery initiative to lure tourists after Kona low storms
“These funds are about supporting Hawai‘i’s economy, local businesses and the people who depend on the visitor industry for their livelihoods,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said.
State sells $1.94 billion of bonds for infrastructure investment
The sale will support critical investments in schools, transportation systems, public facilities, and infrastructure.
Hawai‘i Department of Health looking for teens to participate in upcoming survey
Information collected will be used to improve health programs and services for Hawai‘i’s youth.
Hawaiʻi State Legislature passes Artificial Intelligence safety act
The landmark legislation would establish some of the nation’s first consumer protections and transparency requirements for conversational artificial intelligence services, particularly for minors and individuals seeking mental health or crisis support.
Big Island News
New affordable workforce rental housing community is dedicated in Waikōloa Village
The $84.5 million project was made possible through a combination of funding sources and built on Hawaiʻi County-owned land.
Volcano Watch: Do you think Hawaiʻi has many volcanoes? Think again, El Salvador says
In March, a team of U.S. Geological Survey scientists, including two from Hawaiʻi, visited El Salvador in Central America for volcanological field studies and a workshop on lava flow hazards.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for May 09, 2026
A declining moderate, medium-period, northwest swell will continue to bring elevated surf to north and west facing shores tonight. This swell and...
Visitor reported missing after failing to return from snorkeling in Kāʻanapali
Weems was reported missing by a concerned family member on the evening of Friday, May 8, 2026, after he failed to return from going snorkeling in the area of 100 Nohea Kai Drive in Kāʻanapali. Weems had texted a family member at 1:30 p.m., indicating he was going snorkeling, and at approximately 3 p.m., a guest reported to hotel staff that they had observed what appeared to be a male in distress in the ocean.
Attorney General provides regularly scheduled update on public corruption investigation
The Department of the Attorney General provided a regular biweekly update on Friday regarding the ongoing criminal investigation into the previously federally disclosed transfer of approximately $35,000 in funds.
Schatz calls on NOAA to strengthen public education efforts to protect Hawaiian monk seals following Lahaina incident
Following a disturbing incident involving an alleged attack on a Hawaiian monk seal in Lahaina, US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i), a member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Coast Guard, Maritime, and Fisheries, called on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to step up efforts to better educate the public on the need to protect Hawaiian monk seals, one of the most endangered seal species in the world.
