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Watch: UHERO forecasts federal policies will push Hawaiʻi toward mild recession
The organization's 2025 second quarter forecast shows sharp increases in U.S. import tariffs, sweeping federal layoffs along with volatile fiscal and immigration policies are undermining consumer confidence, raising inflation expectations and worsening the... May 09, 2025 · 02:00am
Volcano Watch: 20 episodes and counting — lava fountains continue in Kaluapele
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory remains steadfast and vigilant as lava fountaining episodes continue at the summit of the Big Island's Kīlauea volcano, maintaining its monitoring and livestreaming of the volcano to document the eruption’s evolution, inform hazard assessments and apprise the public of ongoing volcanic activity.Hawaii News State urges parents of incoming 2025-26 seventh-graders to schedule well-child visits
Kauai News Update: Kaua‘i Fire Department crews clear scene of Kōke‘e brush fire; state crews…
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Volcano Watch: 20 episodes and counting — lava fountains continue in Kaluapele
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory remains steadfast and vigilant as lava fountaining episodes continue at the summit of the Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano, maintaining its monitoring and livestreaming of the volcano to document the eruption’s evolution, inform hazard assessments and apprise the public of ongoing volcanic activity.
Watch: UHERO forecasts federal policies will push Hawaiʻi toward mild recession
The organization’s 2025 second quarter forecast shows sharp increases in U.S. import tariffs, sweeping federal layoffs along with volatile fiscal and immigration policies are undermining consumer confidence, raising inflation expectations and worsening the business outlook — nationally and in Hawaiʻi’s visitor-dependent economy.
Intermittent lane closures extended on Puʻuwai Road, Poʻohiwi Road in Kalāheo
The closures at the intersection of Kikala Road and Puʻuwai Road, on Poʻohiwi Road, at the intersection of Poʻohiwi Road and Puʻuwai Road and on the gravel portion of Puʻuwai Road are necessary as work on the Kalāheo Water Systems Improvements Project continues.
Schatz statewide telephone town hall slated for May 8
The Hawai‘i Democrat will give constituents an update about his work in the U.S. Senate, take questions and also hear concerns. The meeting is at noon, but those who plan to attend need to sign up online to get a call to join the conversation.
May is Wildfire Awareness Month
Kaua‘i Fire Department advises residents of Garden Isle to be prepared, vigilant this summer to keep community safe from blazes.
Water conservation request continues for some North Shore areas until further notice
Officials originally issued the conservation request April 4 after amechanical failure caused the pump station serving the Hanalei and ‘Anini areas to go down, affecting the water storage supply.
State urges parents of incoming 2025-26 seventh-graders to schedule well-child visits
Ensuring your child’s health and well-being with a well-child visit that includes a comprehensive physical exam is important as they prepare to make the transition from elementary to middle school. It also includes making sure they are up-to-date with immunizations.
Update: Kaua‘i Fire Department crews clear scene of Kōke‘e brush fire; state crews to return Thursday morning
Kaua‘i Fire Department turned over the incident to state officials earlier Wednesday and will be on standby to provide assistance if requested. Waimea Canyon Drive, from Panini Place to Kōke‘e Road junction, and Kōke‘e Road near mile-marker 7 are also now open.
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Maui Weather Forecast for May 09, 2025
A typical trade wind pattern will persist over the next several days. The only subtle fluctuations will come in the way of more trade-sheltered local light...
Maui teacher detained in federal immigration raid describes tense, ‘upsetting’ moments
A Maui teacher, who along with other educators was detained by federal law enforcement officers during an early morning raid at a Kahului home Tuesday morning, said agents were looking for a convicted felon.
Maui Surf Forecast for May 09, 2025
Surf along south-facing shores will remain below average into Friday as a small background south swell lingers. Forerunners from a fresh long-period...
Hawaiʻi Catholics celebrate election of Pope Leo XIV, first American pope
Bishop Larry Silva of the Diocese of Honolulu congratulated Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who the College of Cardinals elected Thursday as the new Holy Father to succeed Pope Francis.
7 Maui student-athletes among 41 scholarship recipients from Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation
Of the 41 local athletes to receive scholarship support from the foundation this year, seven were from Maui including: Kalia Kaneta and Kaysa Ong of Maui High School; Avery Kirkham of Maui Preparatory Academy; Kamakanōweo Kekauoha-Schultz and Bella Kuailani of King Kekaulike High School; and Kaili McMillin and Sage Ryden of Seabury Hall Academy.
Big Island News
Watch: Hawaiʻi pushed toward mild recession because of Trump policies, UHERO forecast shows
The organization's 2025 second quarter forecast shows sharp increases in U.S. import tariffs, sweeping federal layoffs along with volatile fiscal and immigration policies are undermining consumer confidence, raising inflation expectations and worsening the business outlook — nationally and in Hawaiʻi’s visitor-dependent economy.
Volcano Watch: 20 episodes and counting — lava fountains continue in Kaluapele
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory remains steadfast and vigilant as lava fountaining episodes continue at the summit of the Big Island's Kīlauea volcano, maintaining its monitoring and livestreaming of the volcano to document the eruption’s evolution, inform hazard assessments and apprise the public of ongoing volcanic activity.
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 09, 2025
Surf along south-facing shores will remain below average into Friday as a small background south swell lingers. Forerunners from a fresh long-period...
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 09, 2025
A typical trade wind pattern will persist over the next several days. The only subtle fluctuations will come in the way of more trade-sheltered local light...
Vessel seized for alleged illegal longline fishing in state territorial sea off Big Island
52-year-old Konane Zager of Kona was cited for violating state code relating to prohibited longline fishing within waters of the Hawai‘i State Territorial Sea. He is scheduled to appear June 19 in Kona District Court.
