Hawai‘i News
Hawai‘i AG wants more access to birth control coverage
Attorney General Anne Lopez has signed a letter addressed to the Biden Administration, which calls for the elimination of Trump-era policies.
Hawaiian girl to play Lilo in Disney’s live-action adaptation of ‘Lilo & Stitch’
Big Island girl Maia Keahola will play Lilo in the live-action adaptation of Disney’s 2002 animated film “Lilo & Stitch.”
New site launched by Hawai‘i Tourism Authority shares Destination Management progress
The new “Holomua” website features progress reports, updates, stories and more.
Monthly siren, emergency alert system test set for April in Hawaiʻi
The all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System for Hawaiʻi is set for April 3 at 11:45 a.m.
Hawaiʻi Gov. Green signs transparency, accountability bills into law
Gov. Josh Green last week signed seven “Good Government” bills into Hawaiʻi state law to advance the goals of ethics, lobbying and campaign spending laws in Hawai‘i.
All flood advisories for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau canceled
The National Weather Service reports that flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.
UPDATE: Flooding no longer a threat for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
Several advisories were issued throughout the day, including a flash flood warning as waters began to rise near the Hanalei Bridge. However, flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.
Volcano Watch: Understanding volcanic blasts using water cannon experiments
The eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington State in 1980 showed the hazards of ground-hugging volcanic blasts on natural landscapes and human infrastructure.
New NOAA superintendent for Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
Eric Roberts, who previously served as deputy superintendent of the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument since September 2019, now is the new superintendent.
New report finds social worker shortage while need growing in Hawaiʻi
Surveys done by the Healthcare Association of Hawai‘i found 60 open positions for social workers in healthcare settings.
Gov. Green lowers flags to honor Nashville elementary school shooting victims
To honor the shooting victims at a Nashville elementary school, Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green has ordered the U.S. flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag to be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol, all state offices and agencies, and at the Hawaiʻi National Guard.
Stratospheric balloon flying over Big Island part of Project Aether
The aerial anomaly was no soaring cephalopod. It also wasn’t a Chinese spy balloon or Batman looking for his parking spot, as suggested in other social media posts and replies. The reality behind the object’s appearance that spurred all the chatter is far less imaginative than scientific.
Hawaiian cultural icon depicted on commemorative U.S. quarter hits circulation
The image of the late kumu hula Edith Kanakaʻole is printed on the backside of the 25-cent piece as part of a 2023 commemorative series for the American Women Quarters Program by the U.S. Mint.
Check out schedule for 2023 high school graduations
Graduation season is nearly here with ceremonies scheduled in May.
273 whales spotted off Garden Isle on final day of Great Whale Count
A total of 1,121 whales were observed across the state by volunteers for the Great Whale Count on March 25.
Hawai‘i County finally nearing finish line to make all beach parks ADA compliant
Hawai‘i County started identifying and upgrading its parks facilities in 2000. After surveying 240 parks and recreation facilities, 35 were recognized as needing upgrades to provide equitable access.
VIDEO: Kidnapped baby nēnē reunited with parents with help from Big Island family
A nēnē gosling abducted from a Big Island state park in an onion bag is reunited with its parents due to the actions of a family that was enjoying the park.
Hirono takes Pentagon to task about Hawai‘i’s need for a missile defense plan
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono on Thursday during a meeting of the Senate Armed Services Committee questioned Gen. Glen VanHerck, commander of the U.S. Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, about the need for a robust, unified plan for missile defense of Hawai‘i.
State House Majority freshmen highlight several bills that have crossed over to Senate
The freshmen class of the Hawaiʻi House of Representatives Majority came together Thursday to share their experiences since being elected. The group also shared highlights of several bills that crossed over to the state Senate and their personal experiences serving in office settling in at the Capitol in Honolulu.
