Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative among the highest in state for renewable energy…
Kaua‘i News Big Island community shaken by magnitude of damage caused by major earthquake
Filipino American veteran reflects on Gulf War, Hurricane Iniki service ahead of Memorial Day
Kauaʻi resident Glenn Victa, an Army veteran of Filipino descent, reflects on his military journey from the Gulf War to humanitarian missions, highlighting his deep connection to his heritage and love for the U.S. this Memorial Day. May 25, 2026 · 05:00am
Case, Tokuda introduce measure to crack down on interstate trafficking of illegal fireworks
US Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi introduced proposed legislation to crack down on illegal fireworks by allowing prosecutors to pursue money laundering charges against criminals moving illegal fireworks across state lines.Kaua‘i News No swimming advised following shark sighting at Hanalei Bay
Community Kauaʻi Fire Department celebrates promotions of 15 members during pinning ceremony
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Kaua‘i News
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative among the highest in state for renewable energy generation in 2025
KIUC continues to be well ahead of the State of Hawaiʻi requirement of 40% renewable by 2030, and on track to meet the mandated 100% renewable by 2045.
Filipino American veteran reflects on Gulf War, Hurricane Iniki service ahead of Memorial Day
Kauaʻi resident Glenn Victa, an Army veteran of Filipino descent, reflects on his military journey from the Gulf War to humanitarian missions, highlighting his deep connection to his heritage and love for the U.S. this Memorial Day.
Case, Tokuda introduce measure to crack down on interstate trafficking of illegal fireworks
US Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi introduced proposed legislation to crack down on illegal fireworks by allowing prosecutors to pursue money laundering charges against criminals moving illegal fireworks across state lines.
Big Island community shaken by magnitude of damage caused by major earthquake
Homes were rattled off their foundations, cracks appeared in walls, windows were broken, giant boulders blocked residents in, stone walls collapsed, power went out and more following the magnitude-6.0 temblor just before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22.
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Hawaii News
No tsunami threat to the state after 6.8 quake strikes northern Chile
A significant 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Chile’s coast. Authorities confirm there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi.
Case, Tokuda introduce measure to crack down on interstate trafficking of illegal fireworks
US Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi introduced proposed legislation to crack down on illegal fireworks by allowing prosecutors to pursue money laundering charges against criminals moving illegal fireworks across state lines.
Hawai‘i-Japan Sister Summit strengthens partnerships, sets new priorities
This year’s summit, which ended last week, built on the inaugural 2023 event, inviting state and county officials, Sister Prefecture and Sister City representatives as well as experts in economic development, culture, health, security and resilience.
Scholarship offer following Lahaina wildfire opened doors for diesel mechanics grad to begin to build a better life
Troy Branco-Liu for most of his life never imagined leaving Lahaina. However, after the 2023 Maui wildfire upended his community, a University of Hawaiʻi scholarship opened a door the Lahainaluna High School graduate never expected, an opportunity to start over at Hawaiʻi Community College in Hilo on the Big Island, which would ultimately change the course of his future.
In observance of Memorial Day, Gov. Green orders US, Hawaiian flags to fly at half-staff
Flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise until noon on May 25 at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and the Hawaiʻi National Guard.
Join statewide ‘Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai’ coastal restoration day this June
Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources invites everyone in state to organize events on or about June 6 to mālama shorelines, waterways and community spaces that sustain life in Hawaiʻi.
Big Island News
Animal rescued after fire rips through Honokaʻa apartment unit Sunday night
A late-night fire at the Hale Hauʻoli Apartments in Honokaʻa caused extensive damage to one unit, but firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control and rescued a pet.
3 assistant professors on Big Island among University of Hawaiʻi faculty honored for excellence
University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo assistant professors Kekoa Harman and Elisabeth “Lis” Gallant, and Hawaiʻi Community College assistant professor Pele Kaio are among the 25 honorees this year.
Maui News
‘Flip Flop Shops’ opens at Whalers Village on Maui
Whalers Village welcomed Flip Flop Shops to its oceanfront collection of retailers, with a grand opening celebration held Saturday, April 18. Locally owned and operated, the new store offers a curated selection of premium casual footwear.
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui Celebrates Successful 24th Annual Maui Matsuri Festival
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui successfully hosted the 24th Annual Maui Matsuri Japanese Festival, May 23, at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College, bringing together the Maui community for a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture, tradition and friendship.
Statewide ‘Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai’ coastal restoration day, June 6
The Department of Land and Natural Resources – Division of Aquatic Resources invites people on all islands to join in the Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai on June 6, 2026. As part of the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana, this event serves as a day of collective action to mālama the shorelines, waterways and community spaces that sustain life in Hawaiʻi. Two events are already planned on Maui including a dune restoration project at Kapukaulua (Baldwin Beach Park) on June 5, 2026; and a World Ocean Day event at Stable Road in Spreckelsville on June 6, 2026.
Annual memorial ride honors lives lost on Maui’s roads and raises awareness for safer streets for all
Despite challenging weather conditions including strong winds and rain, the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence brought together riders, community leaders, advocates, public agencies, and volunteers on Saturday, May 23, to honor cyclists lost on Maui’s roads and raise awareness for safer streets for all.
