Hawai‘i News Friend identifies 2 elderly victims killed in Hawai’i Island murder spree
Community Blazing victory: Penesa named 2026 World Fireknife Champion
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Manhunt underway for 36-year-old suspect in murders of 3 elderly men
Two of the victims were identified by a friend as Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, who lived within 500 yards or so of each other in Pāhoa. May 27, 2026 · 04:35pm
Pacific Missile Range Facility Mālama ʻĀina Day empowers students with hands-on conservation learning
This year’s theme was “Planet vs. Plastics," with hands-on presentations and activities for the West Kauaʻi fourth-graders in attendance, covering various topics such as plastic waste recycling,...Community Mark your calendar now: Goodwill reuse collection event scheduled in early June
Community New single ‘Not Living for the Likes’ set for release this week by renowned…
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Kaua‘i News
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Manhunt underway for 36-year-old suspect in murders of 3 elderly men
Two of the victims were identified by a friend as Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, who lived within 500 yards or so of each other in Pāhoa.
Blazing victory: Penesa named 2026 World Fireknife Champion
Falaniko Solomona Penesa of Samoa claimed the top spot in the elite men’s division, outperforming Hikitahi Piokoe of Arue, Tahiti, who placed second, and Kenshi Jordan of Ishigaki, Japan, who finished third.
Mark your calendar now: Goodwill reuse collection event scheduled in early June
The collection event is slated for Friday, June 12, at Kaua‘i Resource Center, and is for residents, businesses and other organizations.
New single ‘Not Living for the Likes’ set for release this week by renowned Hawaiʻi group Kapena
Island-pop single by the renowned Hawaiʻi music group encourages listeners to find self-worth beyond social media validation, online comparison and pressure of digital approval.
Lane closures now scheduled through May 29 for Ala Kīnoiki in Po‘ipū
The single lane closures were originally scheduled to be finished by May 1; they are necessary to accommodate for tree trimming along parts of the roadway.
Pacific Missile Range Facility Mālama ʻĀina Day empowers students with hands-on conservation learning
This year’s theme was “Planet vs. Plastics,” with hands-on presentations and activities for the West Kauaʻi fourth-graders in attendance, covering various topics such as plastic waste recycling, meteorology, wildlife protection, energy conservation and more.
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Hawaii News
Friend identifies 2 elderly victims killed in Hawai’i Island murder spree
Don Hyatt said his friends, Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, were two of the victims. Suspect Jacob Baker remains on the lam.
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Manhunt underway for 36-year-old suspect in murders of 3 elderly men
Two of the victims were identified by a friend as Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, who lived within 500 yards or so of each other in Pāhoa.
Blazing victory: Penesa named 2026 World Fireknife Champion
Falaniko Solomona Penesa of Samoa claimed the top spot in the elite men’s division, outperforming Hikitahi Piokoe of Arue, Tahiti, who placed second, and Kenshi Jordan of Ishigaki, Japan, who finished third.
New single ‘Not Living for the Likes’ set for release this week by renowned Hawaiʻi group Kapena
Island-pop single by the renowned Hawaiʻi music group encourages listeners to find self-worth beyond social media validation, online comparison and pressure of digital approval.
Big Island News
Friend identifies 2 of the 3 elderly men killed in Puna murder spree
Don Hyatt said his friends, Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, were two of the victims. Suspect Jacob Baker remains on the lam.
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Manhunt underway for 36-year-old suspect in murders of 3 elderly men
Two of the victims were identified by a friend as Bob Shine, 69, and Chitta Morse, 79, who lived within 500 yards or so of each other in Pāhoa.
Maui News
The Shops at Wailea announces June live music lineup
The Shops at Wailea presents live music programming throughout June in the Center’s Lower Level Performance Area. The month’s schedule features Wailea Wednesdays performances alongside a special evening concert showcasing award-recognized local musicians.
Lahaina ‘Detox & Wellness Workshop’ to support community healing after wildfires, June 6
A Detox and Wellness Workshop aimed at supporting recovery after the Lahaina wildfires will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. registration opens at 9:30 a.m. at the Lahaina Jodo Mission at 12 Ala Moana Street.
Community invited to shape Maui’s energy future at free public conference
Maui residents are invited to take an active role in determining the future of the island's energy system at the People's Energy Conference, a free, community-centered gathering taking place on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. HST at 1727 Wili Pa Loop, Suite B, in Wailuku. The event will also be livestreamed for those who wish to participate online.
