Hawaii News
Hawaiʻi on the Hill showcases state’s unique culture and business landscape
The 9th annual Hawaiʻi on the Hill event in Washington, D.C., spotlighted over 90 Hawaiʻi businesses and nonprofits to congressional leaders and the D.C. community, while fostering discussions on policy support for Hawaiʻi’s unique business landscape.
Lt. Gov. Luke signs bill to establish Broadband Office, expand digital navigator program
The landmark legislation strengthens the state’s commitment to closing the digital divide and ensuring all Hawaiʻi residents have access to reliable internet.
Surfer Garrett McNamara’s ‘100 Foot Wave’ documentary to be screened today at Kauaʻi hotel for World Oceans Day
Surfer Garrett McNamara will be in person at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay on Kaua‘i tonight to share stories after the screening of episode 3 of his documentary series, ‘100 Foot Wave.’
ACLU of Hawai‘i asks county leaders not to collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement
The ACLU of Hawaiʻi is concerned with Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s execution of warrants and urged county leadership against agreements with entities within the Dept. of Homeland Security.
UH program serving ‘ohana, keiki and kūpuna threatened by federal budget cuts
The SNAP-Ed program could end without federal funding on Sept. 30, ultimately impacting community well-being and food security.
Gov. Green to discuss emerging technologies at panel in Washington, D.C.
Gov. Josh Green joined U.S. Congress members in discussions on emerging technologies and their potential impacts on Hawaiʻi during the Hawaiʻi on the Hill event.
New humpback whale film reveals epic journey, urgent science on World Ocean Day
Celebrate World Ocean Day with “In the Wake of Whales,” a free video that dives into the captivating world of humpback whale migration and gives insights into the whales’ journey to Hawaiʻi.
Fellowship program enables visionary leaders for Hawaiʻi to emerge from all sectors
Trailblazers can apply for the 10th Omidyar Fellows program, an immersive leadership experience that enables Fellows to lead with purpose, mobilize communities, and amplify positive change throughout Hawai‘i.
VIDEO: Dangers at China Walls and Spitting Caves shown on dramatic state footage
The dangers of jumping into the water in the Spitting Caves and China Walls area on O’ahu also can apply to other similar areas around the Hawaiian islands.
Volcano Watch: What fans the flames observed at volcanic vents?
Recently, something has been observed “dancing” above the active eruptive vents inside Halemaʻumaʻu…Hydrogen flames!
Update: High surf advisory cancelled for the south shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi today
Above average surf will continue along south facing shores, but will remain below advisory thresholds.
Gov. Green intends to veto 19 bills passed by Hawaiʻi State Legislature
Green is not required to veto every bill indicated on the Intent-to-Veto list, but he cannot veto a bill that is not included and he has until July 9 to issue final vetoes.
Update: 5-acre brush fire in Keālia contained
Crews continued to do periodic checks of the area on Saturday.
New Hawaiʻi law protects child performers’ earnings
Gov. Josh Green signed a new law on Wednesday that requires parents to set aside part of their child’s entertainment income in a trust, a move aimed at preventing financial exploitation of young performers.
Kīlauea eruption episode generated 16,500-foot plume, 980-foot lava fountains in less than 8 hours
Episode 24 of the Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea came to an abrupt halt at 4:28 a.m. after showcasing spectacular lava fountains a volcanic plume soaring to 16,500 feet.
New act passed by state legislature designates September as Hawaiian History Month
The measure honors the enduring legacy of Queen Liliʻuokalani and recognizes the many contributions of the Native Hawaiian community to Hawaiʻi’s past, present, and future.
University of Hawaiʻi astronomers discover biggest explosion since the Big Bang
A team at the Institute for Astronomy uncovered rare events when massive stars at least three times the mass of the Sun are shredded by supermassive black holes.
Hawai‘i County mayor proclaims June 3, 2025, Maia Keahola Day for 8-year-old star in ‘Lilo & Stitch’
Maia Keahola of Kona is just getting started. She already filmed another movie, “The Wrecking Crew,” with stars Jason Mamoa and Morena Baccarin.
Hōkūleʻa departs from Big Island as navigators take an ancestral journey to circumnavigate the Pacific Ocean
Nainoa Thompson leads a crew of seven on a traditional navigation and deep immersion into nature while retracing Kealaikahiki, the ancestral sea road to Tahiti.
Federal funding cuts threaten safety, resilience for Hawaiʻi coastal communities
Funding cuts will jeopardize the research and tools that are essential for predicting sea-level rise and informing infrastructure plans, heightening the vulnerability of communities.
