Hawai‘i News No tsunami threat to the state after 6.8 quake strikes northern Chile
Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative among the highest in state for renewable energy…
Kaua‘i unemployment rates for April slightly below state average
In April, 671,050 persons were employed and 16,850 were unemployed, for a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 687,900 statewide. May 26, 2026 · 05:00am
Planned Parenthood introduces advanced abortion medication access across Hawaiʻi
The program uses the medications mifepristone and misoprostol, which are commonly prescribed for medication abortions and approved for use up to 12 weeks of pregnancy.Kaua‘i News Filipino American veteran reflects on Gulf War, Hurricane Iniki service ahead of…
Hawai‘i News Case, Tokuda introduce measure to crack down on interstate trafficking of illegal…
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Kaua‘i unemployment rates for April slightly below state average
In April, 671,050 persons were employed and 16,850 were unemployed, for a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 687,900 statewide.
National foundation honors University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center scientist for life-saving research
Dr. Michele Carbone, a renowned researcher at the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center, has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research.
Planned Parenthood introduces advanced abortion medication access across Hawaiʻi
The program uses the medications mifepristone and misoprostol, which are commonly prescribed for medication abortions and approved for use up to 12 weeks of pregnancy.
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.
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Hawaii News
Kaua‘i unemployment rates for April slightly below state average
In April, 671,050 persons were employed and 16,850 were unemployed, for a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 687,900 statewide.
National foundation honors University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center scientist for life-saving research
Dr. Michele Carbone, a renowned researcher at the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center, has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research.
Planned Parenthood introduces advanced abortion medication access across Hawaiʻi
The program uses the medications mifepristone and misoprostol, which are commonly prescribed for medication abortions and approved for use up to 12 weeks of pregnancy.
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.
Big Island News
UH Hilo chosen for nationwide initiative to improve rural higher education
UH Hilo is one of 17 public universities around the country that was chosen for the inaugural Rural Student Success Network.
Hawaiʻi patients can now obtain ‘Just In Case Abortion Pills’ through Planned Parenthood
The program uses the medications mifepristone and misoprostol, which are commonly prescribed for medication abortions and approved for use up to 12 weeks of pregnancy.
Maui News
Timeline for repairs to sinkhole on South Kīhei Road rests on federal funding for Kona Low Storm recovery
The County Department of Public Works’ pursuit of emergency federal funding and the complexity of repairs are shaping the timeline for permanent restoration of South Kīhei Road near Kamaʻole Beach Park II, where a sinkhole forced the closure of both lanes during severe weather in March.
Two men hospitalized following small plane crash in waters off Kalaupapa, Molokaʻi
Two men were aboard a single-engine plane that went down approximately two miles west of Kalaupapa Airport on Molokaʻi, Monday morning. Fire officials say the men were able to exit the single engine plane and make their way to shore on their own.
