Hawaii News
Volcano Watch: Tilt, tremor and lava — remembering Mauna Loa’s 2022 eruption onset
Geophysical instruments recorded many major, and even subtle, details the night of the 2022 Mauna Loa eruption onset. In this week’s “Volcano Watch,” explore some of these monitoring data observations that offer clues as to what was happening beneath the surface.
Nearly 200 high school students participate in ClimbHI’s 13th annual Leadership, Exploration, Inspiration Kaua‘i
Free program — hosted at Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort in Kōloa — showcased opportunities for career development and growth in the hospitality industry and beyond.
Kaua‘i County Housing Agency announces free online fair housing training opportunity
Theme for this year is “Fair Housing in Hawai‘i.” Topics will include such issues such as state law, fair housing 101, cultural practices, case studies and more.
University of Hawai‘i study links spearfishing to wellness, culture, community
A new study from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa highlights how spearfishing—a practice deeply rooted in Hawaiian tradition—promotes not only food security but also physical activity, cultural identity and community well-being.
Need a job? U.S. Postal Service hiring on Kaua‘i
A job fair is planned at the Līhu‘e Post Office, located at 4441 Rice St., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 25. U.S. Postal Service personnel will be on-site to provide information about the available positions, answer questions and help potential candidates through the application process.
Kīlauea shows off power, beauty on Earth Day with latest fountaining phase
Lava jettisoned to heights of more than 650 feet at times during the 10 hours of Episode 18 high fountaining before the most recent phase of the Big Island volcano’s summit eruption ended the afternoon of April 22.
A study finds public health may be more supported by spearfishing, culturally significant traditions
A University of Hawaiʻi study reveals that integrating more traditional practices can be an effective way to support health and wellness across the islands.
University of Hawaiʻi System raised $800K during 24-hour fundraising event
The contributions affirmed the essential role that all disciplines play in advancing knowledge, fostering creativity and building stronger communities at all 10 campuses.
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
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.
Trump opens the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument to industrial fishing after 16 years of protection
Commercial fishing could reverse decades of environmental protection and threatens diverse marine life in one of the most pristine, unique ecosystems in the world.
Volcano Watch: How to build a beach — Pohoiki growth through the years
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.
Travelers advised to plan ahead during busy Easter Weekend, Merrie Monarch Festival
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.
State confirms second case of measles
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.
Lava overflows from north vent in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater as Kīlauea awakens from pause in activity
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.
Proposed bipartisan measure hopes to use AI to TAME extreme weather, wildfire
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.
Appeals court hands down victory in battle against scourge killing endangered native birds
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.
Statewide initiative launches to improve stroke care with $6.8M backing it
The effort, called Mission: Lifeline Stroke, is backed by a $5.8 million grant from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust and $1 million from the American Heart Association.
After-School Plus program registration begins next week for 2025-26 school year
Registration opens at 4 p.m. April 14 for A+ programs that provide safe, supervised after-school care for students in grades K-6 whose parents or guardians are working, attending school or participating in job training programs during after-school hours.
Volcano Watch: Focus on the National Volcano Information Service
National Volcano Information Service will be an indispensable component of National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System, integrating cutting-edge information technology solutions to ensure efficient monitoring, accurate data interpretation and effective communication of volcanic hazards.
Public invited to weigh in on proposed hike in shipping rates by Young Brothers
The State of Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission is holding hearings around the neighbor islands where the public can weigh in on a proposed temporary rate increase and tariff changes by the shipping company Young Brothers.