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Early morning weekend blaze forces 4 people, 1 dog from Anahola home

One occupant was transported to receive treatment for smoke inhalation; cause of the July 13 fire that caused an estimated $303,000 in damages remains under investigation.

Innovative Kauaʻi physics instructor adapts science education with remote labs

Brad Dempsie innovates lab courses by making them remote and shipping hands-on experiment kits directly to students’ doors—an approach benefiting hundreds across the islands since 2020.

Creatives have the chance to honor victims of Hanapēpē Massacre with a monument

Artists and designers can apply for the chance to craft a public art monument at the historic Hanapēpē Massacre site, commemorating the 1924 event in Hawaiʻi that claimed 20 lives.

Polynesian culture will be on full display with Tahitian dance, Samoan fireknife competitions next month

Celebrate Tahitian heritage at the 23rd annual Heiva i Kauaʻi, as vibrant dance, drumming, and storytelling performances light up Kapaʻa Beach Park on August 2-3.

Kauaʻi police to temporarily adjust records and firearms service hours next week

Records and firearms services will temporarily change its hours for staff training next Monday and Tuesday.

Hawaiʻi to mark 80th anniversary of Hiroshima bombing with ceremony and call for peace

Aug. 6, 2025, marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima—a pivotal and tragic moment in world history that continues to echo across generations. 

Keck Observatory helps unravel mystery behind rare cosmic X-ray bursts

An international team of astrophysicists using W. M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea, Hawaiʻi Island, has uncovered a possible origin of cosmic X-ray bursts.

New compliance initiative launched for oversight of public construction projects

The proactive strategy underscores its commitment to ensuring a level playing field in Hawai‘i’s construction industry, particularly during the current surge in construction activity.

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Nāpali Coast: Breathtaking shoreline filmed for many Hollywood films
Nāpali Coast: A ‘Biodiversity Hotspot,’ but with many endangered species to protect
Nāpali Coast: Visitors can view the gorgeous scenery by helicopters and boat tours
Nāpali Coast: Kalalau Trail known worldwide for challenging terrain, breathtaking views

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Hawaiʻi to mark 80th anniversary of Hiroshima bombing with ceremony and call for peace
Keck Observatory helps unravel mystery behind rare cosmic X-ray bursts
New compliance initiative launched for oversight of public construction projects
Can you Vision Zero? State committed to future without traffic fatalities, serious injuries

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UPDATE: Missing endangered 30-year-old man located

Brian McGowan was found July 14 in good health.

Weekly DUI report: 24 motorists arrested islandwide from June 30 to July 6

Thirteen of the 24 motorists arrested were taken into custody in the Hilo District.

Food trucks will have more places to operate in Kailua-Kona through two pilot programs

Hawaiʻi County has set up a permitting process for food trucks to operate legally along Ane Keohokālole Highway and it is providing a temporary space for Food Truck Fridays.

Rotary club give back to veterans with free tickets to the 71st Hilo Orchid Society Show

The Rotary Club of Hilo and the Hilo Orchid Society are extending a floral gesture of gratitude to veterans, service members, and first responders ahead of the annual Orchid Show.

Police emergency notifications move to new system

As of July 15, Hawaiʻi residents can streamline their emergency alerts with the Everbridge system, which now combines police and Civil Defense notifications into a single, customizable platform.

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Lahaina Energy Partnership releases new report; announces Phase 2 kickoff workshop

Local partners of the Lahaina Energy Partnership have released the "Community-Identified Energy Pathways Report." The LEP invites all community members to join the Phase 2 Kickoff Co-Design Workshop on July 24, 2025, to continue shaping a resilient, community-guided energy plan for Lahaina.

Pride of Maui offers tour and charter deals after being featured on Bravo

The Pride of Maui ʻElua, a new luxury snorkel catamaran, was recently featured on Bravo’s reality series "The Valley," and is now offering limited-time tour and charter discounts to celebrate the national spotlight.

Toxoplasmosis spread by cats poses growing threat to endangered nēnē, public health

Nēnē, Hawaiʻi’s state bird, face a growing threat not just from predators—but from disease. Feral and free-roaming cats are transmitting toxoplasmosis, a parasitic disease that is increasingly killing these endangered geese, according to conservationists at Pacific Birds Habitat Joint Venture.

Beach cleanup at ‘Thousand Peaks’ planned Sunday

The Pilikahakai Foundation is organizing a community beach cleanup on Sunday, July 20, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Ukumehame Beach Park (aka 'Thousand Peaks'), located between Mile Markers 12 and 13 on Honoapiʻilani Highway.

Maui Weather Forecast for July 15, 2025

A high pressure system will remain in place north of the Hawaiian Islands through the weekend keeping moderate to locally breezy trade winds into the extended...