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UPDATE: Breezy conditions to continue for next couple of days, but wind advisory is canceled

National Weather Service reports winds have fallen to below the advisory threshold.

One of oldest Hawaiian honeycreepers discovered and then re-leased on Big Island

The ʻiʻiwi likely hatched in the winter/spring of 2015-16 and is a minimum of 10 years old, which is rather amazing considering the typical lifespan of ʻiʻiwi is, maybe, half of that at 3 to 5 years.

Lava fountains quickly reach up to 1,200 feet after onset of Episode 42 at Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano

Ashfall advisory also in effect for east and southeast portions of the Big Island, including places such as Hilo, Pāhoa, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Volcano and others in the Hilo, Puna and Kaʻū areas.

New factbook details military’s economic impact in Hawai‘i

The factbook is designed for residents, policymakers and business leaders; it includes easy-to-read charts and explanations covering personnel spending, contracting, federal assistance, community programs and the broader economic effects of defense activity throughout all islands.

Public urged to practice fireworks safety while celebrating Lunar New Year

Fireworks and firecrackers can only be ignited from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on private property Feb. 17. Setting off fireworks on public property — such as streets, sidewalks or parks — is illegal; it is strictly prohibited to remove the powder or pyrotechnic contents from any firework.

Ongoing probe into possible public corruption addressed by Hawaiʻi attorney general

Hawaiʻi Department of the Attorney General conducted a press briefing Friday (Feb. 13) to address an ongoing investigation into possible public corruption.
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Another injured hiker rescued from Kalalau Trail
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
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One of oldest Hawaiian honeycreepers discovered and then re-leased on Big Island

The ʻiʻiwi likely hatched in the winter/spring of 2015-16 and is a minimum of 10 years old, which is rather amazing considering the typical lifespan of ʻiʻiwi is, maybe, half of that at 3 to 5 years.

Lava fountains quickly reach up to 1,200 feet after onset of Episode 42 at Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano

Ashfall advisory also in effect for east and southeast portions of the Big Island, including places such as Hilo, Pāhoa, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Volcano and others in the Hilo, Puna and Kaʻū areas.

New factbook details military’s economic impact in Hawai‘i

The factbook is designed for residents, policymakers and business leaders; it includes easy-to-read charts and explanations covering personnel spending, contracting, federal assistance, community programs and the broader economic effects of defense activity throughout all islands.

Ongoing probe into possible public corruption addressed by Hawaiʻi attorney general

Hawaiʻi Department of the Attorney General conducted a press briefing Friday (Feb. 13) to address an ongoing investigation into possible public corruption.

Q&A with ‘Chief of War’ star, Waimea High School grad Kaina Makua

Advice for students from the man who plays King Kamehameha I in the Apple TV series: “You don’t need to go to college to be “somebody.” But how will you help your community? How do you contribute and bring value to the lives of others instead of just yourself? Don’t live for just yourself. You should be living for everybody. If everyone had that mindset, imagine the things we could do.”

Hawai‘i Board of Education adopts new statewide policy on student cellphone use

New statewide rules set grade-level limits on student cell phone use; implementation begins next school year.

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Public safety power shutoff watch: Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions this week

Strong winds, low humidity forecast for West Maui and South Kohala on the Big Island.

UPDATE: Wind advisory canceled, but breezy conditions will persist for next couple of days

National Weather Service reports winds have fallen to below the advisory threshold.

Episode 42 erupts at Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano; lava geysers reach up to 1,200 feet

Ashfall advisory also in effect for east and southeast portions of the Big Island, including places such as Hilo, Pāhoa, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Volcano and others in the Hilo, Puna and Kaʻū areas.

Hawai‘i Police Department chief launches new monthly informal talk story sessions

These monthly sessions will rotate around Hawaiʻi Island and provide residents an opportunity to meet directly with Mahuna and district commanders to share concerns, ask questions and discuss public safety issues in an open, conversational setting; the first is scheduled for Tuesday (Feb. 17) in Waimea.

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Big Island girl lands another starring role in upcoming Christmas comedy ‘Nutmeg & Mistletoe’

Maia Kealoha of Kona, who made her acting and film debut in May 2025 as Lilo in Disney's live action adaptation of 'Lilo & Stitch,' will play Alma in the new film to be released this coming holiday season, bringing Christmas joy back with the help of two bumbling North Pole elves undercover as humans.

Welcome the Lunar New Year with a cultural celebration at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center, Feb. 22

Queen Kaʻahumanu Center will ring in the Lunar New Year with a cultural celebration and Chinese Lion Dance on Sunday, Feb. 22, beginning at 12 p.m. in Center Court. The free, family-friendly event will feature vibrant live performances, traditional cultural practices, and a giveaway for the first 100 attendees.

University of Hawaiʻi scientists discover marine creatures bending laws of evolution

A group of colorful hexacorals known as "zoantharians" remain virtually identical throughout the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific oceans.

Maluhia Maui Rotary hosts E-Cycle Fundraiser, Feb. 21

The Maluhia Maui Rotary Club, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui, will host a community E-Cycle Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m., offering convenient home and business pickup of unwanted electronics across Maui.