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Rain couldn’t dampen festivities, excitement during 2026 Ironman World Championship on Big Island

Families made up many of the spectators who came to watch the athletes participate in the grueling 140.6-mile race hosted in Kona on the west side of Hawai‘i Island.

Hirono, Luján introduce legislation to expand arts education access

The Arts Education for All Act would increase states’ ability to implement arts programming for early learners, K-12 students and youth and adults involved in the justice system.

Hawaiʻi public schools continue post-pandemic recovery, with gains in math, attendance

Students near academic recovery as Hawaiʻi Department of Education focuses on accelerating gains toward 2029 goals.

What a race: Ironman World Championship in Kona on Big Island delivers two winners in dramatic fashion

In the men’s race, Vincent Luis of France won his first World Championship in his first try and last race while American Taylor Knibb won the women’s race after the leader collapsed with 1 km to go.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Saturday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

State encourages residents to stay updated on flu, COVID vaccines as virus activity increases

Hawaiʻi Department of Health encourages residents to take common-sense precautions against influenza, COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses as respiratory virus activity increases throughout the state.

Lane closures scheduled along county roads in Wailuā

The anticipated closures are necessary for upcoming wastewater manhole and sewer line inspections and are scheduled for 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily Oct. 14-16, weather permitting.

Division of Motor Vehicles Q&A about common license, state ID, vehicle services inquiries

All services are unavailable until further notice; limited staff are available at the portable trailer in Līhuʻe and Kapaʻa satellite office to answer questions and accept certain documents for processing once systems are restored.

2026 General Election Day ballots expected to be in mailboxes by end of next week

There’s about 4 weeks to go until this year’s general elections Nov. 3, and Hawai‘i registered voters should receive ballots in their mailboxes by Oct. 16.

‘Charge into Fire Safety’: Hawaiʻi Gov. Green proclaims Fire Prevention Week 2026

This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower” emphasizes everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires to keep homes and communities safer.

Brown water advisory canceled for Kauaʻi, several beaches remain in effect

Hanamāʻulu Beach added to list of beaches around the Garden Isle where brown water advisories remain in place.

Volcano Watch: Remembering a time when I forgot Hawaiʻi has earthquakes

The fact that the Island of Hawaiʻi has active volcanoes means we have lots and lots of earthquakes; most aren’t strong enough to be felt let alone devastating, but every once in a while, large earthquakes are produced, such as the magnitude-6 in West Hawaiʻi earlier this year.

Magnitude 7.6 earthquake near Panama; but no tsunami threat for Hawaiʻi or the Pacific basin

A powerful magnitude 7.6 earthquake near Panama this morning, but at 8:38 a.m. the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Honolulu said there is no threat of a tsunami to Hawaiʻi.

Deep-sea expedition around the Hawaiian Islands includes 10 local scientists, students, educators

The expedition will utilize remotely operated vehicles and seafloor mapping technologies to explore never-before-seen ridges, seamounts and abyssal plains throughout the Hawaiian Archipelago.

Kauaʻi’s North Shore down to one temporary gas station with 3-month closure of Kīlauea Aloha Gas

The renovation is to replace underground fuel tanks, expand its fueling capacity and add diesel.

Kaua‘i Humane Society welcomes new chief executive officer

Chris Machorek brings more than three decades of senior leadership experience in the hospitality industry on Kaua‘i, with extensive experience leading organizations, developing teams, managing complex operations and building strong relationships.

Hawaiʻi art competition now taking entries from students in grades 7-12

Public, private, charter and homeschool students may enter the competition, with entries due Dec. 12.

Port Allen Airport public parking closed through the weekend

The closure near Salt Pond Beach is necessary to support Hurricane Lowell recovery work at the beach park.

Approval of 2 major disaster declarations will help Hawaiʻi recover from recent storms

The declarations provide Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance funding on a cost-sharing basis to supplement recovery efforts in the City and County of Honolulu, Hawaiʻi County and Maui County following Hurricane Lala in August, as well as Kauaʻi and Maui counties for impacts from Hurricane Lowell in September.

Hawaiʻi farmers impacted Kona Low storms receive support from two agricultural organizations

After Hurricane Lala, Hurricane Lowell and Hurricane Nolo, the Hawaiʻi Farmers Disaster Relief Fund continues to seek support as it aids farmers, ranchers and producers in recovery and resilience.
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