Hawaii News

Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

Løvseth captured the title in her first-ever attempt, defeating Kat Matthews of Great Britain by just 35 seconds in the third-closest world championship finish in the sport’s history – men or women.

“What we witnessed here is the strength, resilience and unity of our lāhui — a clear sign that our future is in good hands,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Chairman Kaialiʻi “Kai” Kahele.

The car, home and renters insurance firm, while no longer issuing new or renewal policies, will, however, continue to administer all active policies for its thousands of customers throughout the state, manage claims and meet its contractual and statutory obligations throughout the next several years.

Because beaches are so vital for recreation, tourism and the health of the state’s ecosystem, increasingly being threatened by fecal contaminants — which can enter beach environments through human wastewater, stormwater runoff and animal waste — poses a risk to public health and marine ecosystems.

If you have ever wanted to explore the legislative process and gain valuable experience as a session staff member at the state Capitol in Honolulu, here’s your chance. Apply today.

The Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement Illegal Fireworks Task Force since it was established in 2023 has seized nearly 230,000 pounds of illegal fireworks, conducted more than 1,200 enforcement operations and coordinated multi-agency interdictions that disrupted major shipments of illegal fireworks statewide.

Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke continues to share the message of online respect, responsibility and kindness beyond September’s observance as Digital Aloha Month.

The state recognizes the potential long-term financial and economic impacts on communities with the uncertainty created by the ongoing federal government shutdown; executive branch departments are being urged to expand the use of the hiring program to fill vacancies.

Scott & Jon’s Shrimp Scampi with Linguini was distributed nationwide, including at supermarkets such as Safeway in Hawai‘i, and the state Department of Health Food and Drug Branch is working with those stores to ensure the product is no longer available for sale.

Partnership between Executive Office on Early Learning, Hawai‘i Department of Education and University of Hawai‘i System aims to put college within reach for all of students and their families throughout the islands.

It is a community-acquired case and not travel-related, suggesting mumps might be circulating on the Big Island. The state Health Department is closely monitoring suspected cases to prevent further spread.

Hawaiʻi has been recognized as one of the top states in the nation for mental health, according to the 2025 State of Mental Health in America report released by Mental Health America.

This marks the third consecutive year of growth for Hawaiʻi’s sole provider of public higher education and a 5.1% increase since fall 2023.

Beloved kumu hula Leināʻala Pavao-Jardin of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana O Leināʻala has passed away at age 51 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Submit your art by Dec. 12, for opportunities to earn recognition, scholarships, and to be featured in exhibitions at the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum and beyond.

New analysis finds Hawai‘i’s nonprofit sector is facing budget cuts and program changes that could disrupt essential services statewide.

University of Hawaiʻi offer a groundbreaking, low-cost solution to boost reef recovery worldwide and significantly increasing coral survival rates in real reef environments.

“While we closely monitor the federal government shutdown, I will not let it harm our families who rely on this important source of nutrition,” said Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green in an announcement the afternoon of Oct. 3. “I will ensure that funding remains available for this critical program.”