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The closure is required to ensure the safety of vehicles traveling below where a helicopter crew will be placing wire mesh on the hillside to anchor loose soil as part of emergency stabalization work at Hanalei Hill that continues 4 years after a devastating landslide in March 2021.

When magma moves into the rift zone of a Hawaiian volcano, there is understandably a lot of excitement and apprehension. How far will the magma go? Will it erupt? But even long after the activity stops — regardless of whether it erupts — the subsurface magma continues to have a noticeable impact on the landscape.

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“The class of 2025 has shown focus, talent and drive. We’re proud of all our graduates as they take the next step in their journey, embodying our commitment to ensure they are globally competitive and locally committed.” — state Superintendent of Schools Keith Hayashi

“While Republicans shamefully paint hardworking federal workers as ‘faceless bureaucrats,’ we know that our federal workers do important work.” — U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, a Democrat from Hawai‘i

With 36 vacant police officer positions, 10 dispatcher openings, department seeks infusion of new blue blood to better serve Garden Isle with purpose, looking for people eager to make positive, lasting impact right now..

The online survey tool, which is live now, is aimed at making sure Hawai‘i’s Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is functioning correctly. Reports from the community will help improve the outdoor warning siren system’s effectiveness.

Bring the whole ‘ohana for a day filled with hands-on activities, live demonstrations and cultural showcases. Explore, learn and be inspired while honoring the island’s natural resources, local food systems and rich heritage. From interactive vendor exhibits to vibrant performances, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Former deputy assistant U.S. trade representative for Japan and China Glen S. Fukushima shared insights about shifting U.S. national security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting a need for more policymakers with knowledge of and expertise in its political landscape.

Business major Malia Hoʻokano and Liberal arts major Sabrina Petroc showed off their creativity and skills in Japan during the KOSEN Global Camp, which is focused on “designing social systems and business models oriented towards a circular economy.”

National Weather Service says surf has fallen below advisory thresholds along those shorelines of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.

Construction of the Kai Olino affordable housing project was temporarily halted in 2024 when one of its two “Phase One” buildings was gutted by fire in the early morning hours of Feb. 25.

The state’s attorney general is leading a coalition of 20 other attorneys general in filing a motion for a preliminary injunction as part of its lawsuit to stop the dismantling of the Department of Education

Lānaʻi’s mouflon sheep season will consist of four hunts: an archery hunt, a youth hunt, a muzzleloader hunt, and a general rifle hunt. All four hunts may be subject to a lottery drawing.

The Department of Hawaiian Homes Lands will lead a public rally on Tuesday, March 25, to honor Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole, recognize legislative efforts aimed at decreasing DHHL’s waitlist, and promote support for proposed legislation.

Hōʻike: Kauaʻi Community Media will now publish a bi-weekly newsletter for events hosted by local nonprofits.

The first hiker was hit in the head by a falling rock and the second hiker injured her leg.

Dr. Philip Verhoef highlights the critical role of vaccines in preventing the spread of this highly contagious disease if an outbreak makes it to the islands.

Graduates of Hawaiʻi Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s Basic Corrections Recruit Class 25-01 are beginning their careers in facilities throughout the state after completing 8 weeks of training that included more than 300 hours of classroom instruction and physical training.

Kalāheo Elementary School teacher Marly Madayag and 24 other teachers are now part of an elite group statewide who earned certification through the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.