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State investigates rock thrown at Hawaiian monk seal on Maui, breaches of seal resting areas

The Department of Land and Natural Resources is investigating social media postings on Instagram that appear to show an adult male throwing an object toward a monk seal while it was swimming in the water off the Lahaina shoreline.

Magic and mischief hit the stage as Hanapēpē Theater doubles the Shakespeare

Experience Shakespeare like never before on Kauaʻi’s west side, as Storybook Theatre of Hawaiʻi, led by Mark Jeffers, presents a condensed, family-friendly mashup of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “The Merchant of Venice.”

Telescope atop Mauna Kea on Big Island helps reveal changes in interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS

Observations suggest the comet’s chemistry changed as it passed near the sun, providing new clues to how materials in interstellar comets differ from those in comets formed in this part of the cosmic neighborhood.

State orders cease and desist for BG Wealth Sharing Ltd.

Each respondent must pay $50,000 for respondents) soliciting and offering unregistered securities to Hawai’i residents by utilizing a cryptocurrency platform.

Legislature passes package of bills to strengthen health care across the state

Hawaiʻi State Legislature advances comprehensive health initiatives marking a pivotal step in fortifying healthcare access and preventive measures statewide.

Public Works extends Ala Kinoiki single-lane closures through late May

The lane closures are to allow for tree trimming operations to improve safety.
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State investigates rock thrown at Hawaiian monk seal on Maui, breaches of seal resting areas

The Department of Land and Natural Resources is investigating social media postings on Instagram that appear to show an adult male throwing an object toward a monk seal while it was swimming in the water off the Lahaina shoreline.

Telescope atop Mauna Kea on Big Island helps reveal changes in interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS

Observations suggest the comet’s chemistry changed as it passed near the sun, providing new clues to how materials in interstellar comets differ from those in comets formed in this part of the cosmic neighborhood.

State orders cease and desist for BG Wealth Sharing Ltd.

Each respondent must pay $50,000 for respondents) soliciting and offering unregistered securities to Hawai’i residents by utilizing a cryptocurrency platform.

Legislature passes package of bills to strengthen health care across the state

Hawaiʻi State Legislature advances comprehensive health initiatives marking a pivotal step in fortifying healthcare access and preventive measures statewide.

Lava fountains erupt for about 9 hours during Episode 46 of ongoing summit eruption at Kīlauea

Lava geysers from the north vent within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of the Big Island volcano stopped shortly before 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 5; tephra fall was greatest within 3 miles from the two active vents.

Hawaiʻi Supreme Court associate justice elevated to become new chief justice

Vladimir Devens was sworn in Tuesday morning, as the sixth Hawaiʻi Supreme Court chief justice during an informal ceremony.

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Road work scheduled in front of Hilo Benioff Medical Center

Work will begin near the ambulance entrance to the Emergency Room and extend to the area just below the hospital’s upper parking lot.

State investigates rock thrown at Hawaiian monk seal on Maui, breaches of seal resting areas

The Department of Land and Natural Resources is investigating social media postings on Instagram that appear to show an adult male throwing an object toward a monk seal while it was swimming in the water off the Lahaina shoreline.

BG Wealth Sharing Ltd. accused of violating state securities laws

A cease-and-desist order alleges violations of state securities laws through unregistered cryptocurrency-backed investments with BG Wealth Sharing Ltd.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 8-14: Charity walk, chocolate fest, spring concert, classic piano and more

Treat the woman who gave birth to you with an event that has a more personal touch; when you saw it, Mom was the first person who came to mind. This week's top 10 has some great ideas!

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Research from 2022 Mauna Loa eruption helps predict, understand future eruptions

While researching Mauna Loa's eruption patterns and lava flows through more satellite data, Ian Flynn is learning what information is needed to understand other volcanoes.

MEO Early Childhood Services Director Debbi Amaral retiring after 30-year career

Thousands of Maui County residents from low income families can thank Maui Economic Opportunity Director of Early Childhood Services Debbi Amaral ‒ who will be retiring later this month ‒ for getting a “head start” with subsidized preschool.

Maui Food Bank launches search for next CEO

Maui Food Bank today announced the launch of a search for its next Chief Executive Officer. Steve Ulene, who will serve as Maui Food Bank’s incoming Board Chair beginning July 1, 2026, will lead the effort as chair of the organization’s CEO Search Committee. Ulene previously served on the board as Vice Chair and is a longtime community volunteer.

Maui County launches redesigned website with new features, AI chatbot

Maui County has partnered with technology vendor CivicPlus to launch a redesigned version of its primary website, www.mauicounty.gov, featuring a new layout, an artificial intelligence-based chatbot and improved self-service tools.