Community Resolution introduced by Tokuda marking 120th anniversary of first Filipino immigrants…
Discussion Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall
Kaua‘i Police Department announces fifth annual Touch-A-Truck
Community again invited to explore a variety of large-scale vehicles up close, including a bomb vehicle, fire engine, sanitation truck, dump truck, police car and more; attendees also will learn about the unique functions of each vehicle and meet the people who operate them. June 04, 2026 · 05:00am
Vehicle runs over 2 endangered nēnē on Big Island, leaving both dead
The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources said no citations have been issued at this time over the deaths of two state birds with the incident still under investigation.Business Bangkok Happy Bowl and Sushi Bar welcomes summer with nightly live Hawaiian music, hula
Community University of Hawaiʻi expands Hoapili Teacher Pathways program statewide
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Kaua‘i News
Resolution introduced by Tokuda marking 120th anniversary of first Filipino immigrants arriving in Hawai‘i
The resolution honors pioneering plantation workers, known as Sakadas, whose sacrifice, resilience and labor leadership transformed economy and culture of the islands.
Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall
Those who register to participate will receive a call to join the discussion once the town hall begins at noon June 11.
Vehicle runs over 2 endangered nēnē on Big Island, leaving both dead
The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources said no citations have been issued at this time over the deaths of two state birds with the incident still under investigation.
Bangkok Happy Bowl and Sushi Bar welcomes summer with nightly live Hawaiian music, hula
Bangkok Happy Bowl invites guests to enjoy flavorful Thai dishes, handcrafted sushi and nightly live Hawaiian music and hula performances throughout the month in an atmosphere that celebrates the culture, creativity and community spirit of the island.
‘We will fight this lawsuit with everything we have’: Governor pushes back against Hawaiian Homes lawsuit
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said his administration stands firm behind the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands after an Oʻahu man filed a federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act and its blood quantum mandate.
Kaua‘i Police Department announces fifth annual Touch-A-Truck
Community again invited to explore a variety of large-scale vehicles up close, including a bomb vehicle, fire engine, sanitation truck, dump truck, police car and more; attendees also will learn about the unique functions of each vehicle and meet the people who operate them.
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Hawaii News
Resolution introduced by Tokuda marking 120th anniversary of first Filipino immigrants arriving in Hawai‘i
The resolution honors pioneering plantation workers, known as Sakadas, whose sacrifice, resilience and labor leadership transformed economy and culture of the islands.
Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall
Those who register to participate will receive a call to join the discussion once the town hall begins at noon June 11.
Vehicle runs over 2 endangered nēnē on Big Island, leaving both dead
The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources said no citations have been issued at this time over the deaths of two state birds with the incident still under investigation.
‘We will fight this lawsuit with everything we have’: Governor pushes back against Hawaiian Homes lawsuit
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said his administration stands firm behind the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands after an Oʻahu man filed a federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act and its blood quantum mandate.
University of Hawaiʻi expands Hoapili Teacher Pathways program statewide
The program — which University of Hawaiʻi launched in 2023 at its Maui College campus — offers tuition-free online courses, flexible enrollment, free entry-level certifications and a seamless 4-year degree path, with no prerequisites necessary.
Big Island News
Hilo man charged after hitting pregnant girlfriend and 2-year-old with 16-month-old present
Chezare Torres of Hilo made his initial court appearance with bond maintained at $85,000.
News briefs for June 4: L&L Texas, free Toyota, provisional licenses, bad cheese bread and food philanthropy
A quick look at news stories from throughout the state and beyond.
Daniel K. Inouye Highway reopens to one lane following closure in South Hilo
Daniel K. Inouye Highway has reopened to one lane, easing traffic after recent closures, according to Hawaiʻi police.
Audit follow-up notes improvements to Hawaiʻi County affordable housing credit program
Hawaiʻi County Office of Housing and Community Development implemented standardized procedures, strengthened internal controls and formalized policies to support consistent program administration, with formal adoption of administrative rules will follow completion of Chapter 11 revisions; the original performance audit was issued in February 2023.
Maui News
County liquor license holders reminded of June 15 renewal deadline
The County of Maui Department of Liquor Control is reminding liquor license holders that license renewal applications are due by 4 p.m. June 15, 2026. If not renewed by the deadline, current licenses will expire on June 30, 2026.
Creative strategist, Lori Nishikawa tapped as newest member of Rotary Lahaina Sunset
As the Founder for Roots and Reef Design Agency and co-founder of nonprofit Aloha Amplified, Nishikawa leads projects across community development, branding, websites, and user experience—helping mission-driven organizations communicate clearly and design tools that serve their communities well.
OHA to launch ʻĪnaʻi Kōkua Gift Card Program for families recovering from March 2026 Kona Low storms
The program will provide a one-time $2,000 Home Depot gift card to eligible Native Hawaiian homeowners, renters and lessees whose primary residences sustained minor storm-related damage. OHA has allocated $410,000 for the program, making approximately 200 cards available statewide.
Process begins to extend $46 million in federal funding to Native Hawaiian Education Program for another year
The extension will keep the Native Hawaiian Education Program fully funded for current grant recipients for at least another year, which guarantees $46 million in federal funding secured by Schatz in Congress will continue to flow to the more than 60 early childhood education sites across Hawai‘i.
