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A University of Hawaiʻi study reveals that integrating more traditional practices can be an effective way to support health and wellness across the islands.

Sampling process helps identify and address any harmful substances present in the property’s soil early on, ensure what type of cleanup methods are necessary and the correct measures are used as well as plan for a safe future for Kekaha.

The wāhine of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala won second overall last year at the prestigious festival, but the school’s kāne have not competed in Hilo since 2021.

The contributions affirmed the essential role that all disciplines play in advancing knowledge, fostering creativity and building stronger communities at all 10 campuses.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.

Friday’s rescue shortly after 2:30 p.m. was the sixth time since March 23 Kaua‘i first responders were called to render assistance after one or more hikers, many of them visitors, found themselves in trouble while on the popular North Shore trail during bad weather conditions.

The immersive 5-day summer program hosted by Kaua‘i Police Department provides students in grades 9-12 with a hands-on introduction to the world of public safety, blending interactive classroom sessions with practical activities to give participants a comprehensive understanding of police operations.

Because of coordinated efforts between first responders and support from community partners, the child was located safely nearby with no reported injuries.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture urges visitors to adhere to strict quarantine rules for transporting ʻŌhiʻa plants from Hawaiʻi to protect th fungal plant disease from traveling back overseas.

Motorists should make appropriate arrangements to accommodate the necessary road closures and allow extra time to get to their destinations. Area residents will be allowed partial access through the closure.

Commercial fishing could reverse decades of environmental protection and threatens diverse marine life in one of the most pristine, unique ecosystems in the world.

The beach at Pohoiki, near the easternmost point on the the Big Island in the Puna District, grew rapidly in the year following the 2018 lower East Rift Zone eruption of Kīlauea and has continued to evolve since.

State transportation officials offer tips for air travelers to avoid headaches, whether traveling to Hilo for the 62nd annual Merrie Monarch Festival or other destinations.

Kaua‘i is already pretty soggy after heavy rain and showers moved over the island Thursday, with some areas of the Garden Isle receiving more than 2 inches of rain.

The case is an adult member of the household of the child on Oʻahu who was previously confirmed to be infected April 7 after both recently returned to Hawaiʻi from traveling internationally. The adult is no longer contagious and the child has since fully recovered. No new suspected measles cases have been reported as of April 17.

The event is aimed at providing a secure and responsible way to dispose of prescription or nonprescription medications while raising awareness about the risks of drug misuse and importance of proper storage and disposal.

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports Episode 18 of ongoing summit eruption of the Big Island volcano began at 10:01 p.m. April 16 and was feeding a lava flow that extended down the vent’s spillway and a short distance onto the crater floor.

Kaua‘i County Department of Water is working diligently to acquire the necessary equipment and services to conduct the emergency work to fix the pump station mechanical failure that caused the need for the conservation request.

TAME Extreme Weather and Wildfires Act introduced in U.S. Senate by Hawai’i Democrat Schatz and Montana Republican Sheehy would use artificial intelligence to better protect communities from increasing toll of extreme weather and wildfires.

Environmental Court’s sufficient finding of final environmental assessment for incompatible insect technique project to control mosquito-born avaian malaria in East Maui, like that started in February on Kauaʻi, affirmed by Intermediate Court of Appeals.