36-year-old Jacob Daniel Baker officially charged by Hawai‘i Island police with several counts of murder

Baker now faces one count of first-degree murder and three counts of second-degree murder, which are directly connected with the killings of 69-year-old Robert Shine, 79-year-old Chitta Morse and 69-year-old John Carse, all from Puna; he remains behind bars and police said will not be eligible for release even if he was able to make bail for the initial property crime charges he also faces.

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Community TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road closures scheduled this weekend in Kalāheo

Guardian Self Storage launches $10K matching campaign to support Kaua‘i youth

“By contributing to the endowment, we’re helping create lasting impact for future generations of Kaua‘i’s youth,” said Guardian Self Storage Managing Member Thomas Lambert in an announcement of the new fundraising campaign.

Pacific community, government leaders come together to strengthen ties, advance ocean protection efforts

“This is a great moment for us. This is a seed that has been planted to reconnect,” said Ludovic Burns Tuki with Koro Nui o te Vaikava o Rapa Nui, the ocean council of Rapa Nui. “This is the union between the Pacific, the biggest country connected by our blood.”

Kaua‘i News 16 lane closures scheduled through June 5 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Community Homestead nonprofit awarded funds for rooftop solar at Kekaha community facility

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Guardian Self Storage launches $10K matching campaign to support Kaua‘i youth

“By contributing to the endowment, we’re helping create lasting impact for future generations of Kaua‘i’s youth,” said Guardian Self Storage Managing Member Thomas Lambert in an announcement of the new fundraising campaign.

Pacific community, government leaders come together to strengthen ties, advance ocean protection efforts

“This is a great moment for us. This is a seed that has been planted to reconnect,” said Ludovic Burns Tuki with Koro Nui o te Vaikava o Rapa Nui, the ocean council of Rapa Nui. “This is the union between the Pacific, the biggest country connected by our blood.”

36-year-old Jacob Daniel Baker officially charged by Hawai‘i Island police with several counts of murder

Baker now faces one count of first-degree murder and three counts of second-degree murder, which are directly connected with the killings of 69-year-old Robert Shine, 79-year-old Chitta Morse and 69-year-old John Carse, all from Puna; he remains behind bars and police said will not be eligible for release even if he was able to make bail for the initial property crime charges he also faces.

Kilauea gearing up for historic Episode 48 fountaining with strong glow, spatter and other precursor activity

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the window for the next lava fountaining episode of the ongoing episodic eruption on the Big Island that began Dec. 23, 2024, is now between Saturday, May 30, and Monday, June 1.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road closures scheduled this weekend in Kalāheo

The closures are to accommodate the parade portion of the daylong Kalāheo Guava Country Celebration hosted by Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala, including 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Festival 5th place Miss Aloha Hula winner Jelacia Naomi Waiauokalaniākea Peralta; it will also honor late Kumu Leinā’ala Pavao Jardin.

16 lane closures scheduled through June 5 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without further notice; all projects are weather permitting.
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Pacific community, government leaders come together to strengthen ties, advance ocean protection efforts

“This is a great moment for us. This is a seed that has been planted to reconnect,” said Ludovic Burns Tuki with Koro Nui o te Vaikava o Rapa Nui, the ocean council of Rapa Nui. “This is the union between the Pacific, the biggest country connected by our blood.”

36-year-old Jacob Daniel Baker officially charged by Hawai‘i Island police with several counts of murder

Baker now faces one count of first-degree murder and three counts of second-degree murder, which are directly connected with the killings of 69-year-old Robert Shine, 79-year-old Chitta Morse and 69-year-old John Carse, all from Puna; he remains behind bars and police said will not be eligible for release even if he was able to make bail for the initial property crime charges he also faces.

Kilauea gearing up for historic Episode 48 fountaining with strong glow, spatter and other precursor activity

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the window for the next lava fountaining episode of the ongoing episodic eruption on the Big Island that began Dec. 23, 2024, is now between Saturday, May 30, and Monday, June 1.

Homestead nonprofit awarded funds for rooftop solar at Kekaha community facility

“Over the past 16 years, the facility has become a catalyst for growth, collaboration and problem-solving in the community. Countless visioning sessions, meetings and community-driven initiatives addressing longstanding challenges have taken place within those walls,” said Homestead Community Development Corporation Deputy Director Garrett Danner.

The Garden Isle’s monthly all-hazard siren test scheduled for June 1

Hawaiʻi’s outdoor warning sirens will undergo their routine monthly test at 11:45 a.m. on Monday, June 1, in conjunction with the Emergency Alert System test.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs board decides against purchase of TV station

Trustees did, however, emphasize discussing the proposal itself reflects an important and evolving conversation about the future of Native Hawaiian ownership, influence and participation within major economic and communications sectors.

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Her dad’s death led to tougher penalties for dangerous dog owners in Hawaiʻi. Now her daughter tests law after attack

Big Island resident Shannon Matson faces a painful reminder of the legislation she championed when her daughter, Penny, suffered a broken collarbone from a dog attack.

News briefs for May 31: Outdoors Expo, improv auditions, assistance available, Chicky Tendies, L&L milestone and more

A quick look at news from throughout the state and around the Big Island.

Community input sought on project to protect natural area reserve in Kohala

As Hawaiʻi trends drier and hotter, protection of Kohala’s native forest becomes "increasingly pivotal."

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 31, 2026

Light trade winds will continue through Sunday as a weakened surface ridge remains north of the state, allowing localized land and sea breezes to develop...

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Maui Weather Forecast for May 31, 2026

Light trade winds will continue today due to a weakness in the surface ridge north of the islands, allowing localized land and sea breezes to develop...

Akakū continues fight to preserve Maui County’s public access funding with $400,000 in annual cuts looming

The nonprofit public access station now is appealing a ruling that focuses on a 15-year franchise renewal that the state agreed to with cable company Spectrum.

Three Maui students earn conservation scholarships from Friends of Haleakalā

Three students with roots on Maui—a Maui High graduate researching plant-based fire suppressants, a Seabury Hall senior focused on native plant restoration and a college student who found her calling working with the Maui Invasive Species Committee—have been selected as the 2026–2027 recipients of the Friends of Haleakalā National Park's annual memorial scholarship.

Maui Surf Forecast for May 31, 2026

Large surf associated with a long-period south-southwest swell will maintain through the weekend for exposed south-facing shores. The swell will gradually begin...