Hawai‘i News Public invited to comment on the nominees for Chief Justice, circuit judge
Kaua‘i News Police investigate a vehicle collision that closed Kūhīo Highway for two hours Monday
What you need to know about the kona low Monday on Kaua‘i: County asks residents to submit information on damages from storm
Residents will still need to file claims with insurance companies for residential damage and personal property losses. March 16, 2026 · 12:46pm
House bills create pathways to employment, ensure safety nets remain to bolster economy
Hawaiʻi's House of Representatives has moved forward five bills that aim to bolster the economy, ensure safety nets remain in place and create pathways to employment. As these bills move to the Senate for review, they promise to significantly impact Hawaiʻi's social safety net and labor market, fostering sustainable growth and opportunity across the state.Hawai‘i News Annual scholarship to award 60 incoming Hawaiʻi college freshmen
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Blue Hawaiian selects Jeff Helfrick to lead company as President, CEO
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters is pleased to welcome industry veteran Jeff Helfrick as its new president and CEO.
Public invited to comment on the nominees for Chief Justice, circuit judge
Gov. Josh Green must appoint a judge from the Judicial Selection Commission’s list of nominees within 30 days, which will be followed by state Senate confirmation proceedings.
Police investigate a vehicle collision that closed Kūhīo Highway for two hours Monday
A collision between an electric motorcycle and a Jeep SUV on Kūhīo Highway at Kūamoʻo Road resulted in serious injuries for the 42-year-old motorcyclist.
What you need to know about the kona low Monday on Kaua‘i: County asks residents to submit information on damages from storm
Residents will still need to file claims with insurance companies for residential damage and personal property losses.
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House bills create pathways to employment, ensure safety nets remain to bolster economy
Hawaiʻi’s House of Representatives has moved forward five bills that aim to bolster the economy, ensure safety nets remain in place and create pathways to employment.
As these bills move to the Senate for review, they promise to significantly impact Hawaiʻi’s social safety net and labor market, fostering sustainable growth and opportunity across the state.
Blue Hawaiian selects Jeff Helfrick to lead company as President, CEO
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters is pleased to welcome industry veteran Jeff Helfrick as its new president and CEO.
Public invited to comment on the nominees for Chief Justice, circuit judge
Gov. Josh Green must appoint a judge from the Judicial Selection Commission’s list of nominees within 30 days, which will be followed by state Senate confirmation proceedings.
What you need to know about the kona low Monday on Kaua‘i: County asks residents to submit information on damages from storm
Residents will still need to file claims with insurance companies for residential damage and personal property losses.
Big Island News
Vibrant Hawaiʻi launches request for storm assistance form for Big Island residents
Vibrant Hawaiʻi has launched an online aid request form, providing Hawaiʻi Island residents a streamlined way to report storm-related needs and access crucial recovery resources.
House bills aim to increase opportunities across the state, foster sustainable growth
Five bills address workforce shortages with measures that align employee benefits, incentivize apprenticeship programs and enhance nonprofit support.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for March 17, 2026
Surf along S shores is trending down as S to SW winds ease. A new long period south swell will then arrive late tonight and Tuesday giving an extended boost to...
Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi returns to Maui for three-day blood drive, March 17-19
Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi is returning to Maui, giving the community an opportunity to donate blood and save lives. From March 17 to 19, the blood bank will host a three-day drive at the Cameron Center, located at 95 Mahalani Street in Wailuku.
Maui Fire Department responds to 58 calls during kona storm
These calls included 32 specifically flooding-related emergencies, five calls for sparking powerlines, five for vehicles stranded due to downed trees, six for boats that had parted their moorings due to the rough ocean conditions, and 10 swift water rescues in which 27 individuals were rescued.
Shelters closing today as weather conditions improve
Emergency shelters at Maui High School Gym in Kahului and Hāna High School Cafeteria were closed today, March 16, and remaining shelters in Lahaina and South Maui were set to close at 5 p.m. today, after being opened last week before a prolonged kona storm brought heavy rain, flooding and high wind to Maui County and the rest of the state.
