Hawaii News
State passes a bill to expand free school meal access
The bill will help ALICE families, who earn too much to qualify for free meals at school, yet not enough to provide their children with consistent breakfast and lunch.
Mellon Foundation to stabilize state humanities councils with $15 millon in emergency funding
Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities to receive a $250,000 grant amid a $65 million federal budget cut affecting state humanities councils nationwide.
Monthly test of warning sirens on Kauaʻi set for 11:45 a.m. on Thursday
The May 1 siren test for Hawaiʻi will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
Hawaiʻi nonprofit dedicated to supporting U.S. exports appoints new Executive Committee
The nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting U.S. exports and international trade development has selected Byron Goo as its new chair.
Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Company voluntarily recalls batch of dark chocolate-covered nuts
The limited liability company recalled packages in the 0.6-ounce and 4-ounce bags that were distributed to multiple retail locations.
U.S. Coast Guard search for missing kayaker off West Hawai‘i shoreline
According to the Coast Guard Sector Honolulu command center, watchstanders received a report at 10:09 a.m. from Hawai‘i Fire Department dispatchers regarding an unmanned yellow kayak 400 yards offshore from Keauhou.
Kaua‘i state legislators tout support for key Garden Isle investments in state budget
Budgeted for Kaua‘i priorities throughout the next 2 years is a grand total of nearly $200 million, including $193,916,000 for notable projects, $615,000 for operating budget items and $2,034,000 for capital improvement projects in fiscal year 2026.
Reducing the Hawaiian homestead waitlist: DHHL on track to award 2,600+ leases in 2025
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) presented an ambitious awards schedule before the Hawaiian Homes Commission Monday and announced its plan to issue more than 2,600 leases by the end of 2025.
Kaua‘i hālau wins big at Merrie Monarch Hula Festival on Big Island
The Merrie Monarch Hula Festival concluded Saturday at the Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium in Hilo with ‘auana (modern hula) performances from 20 hālau across the state of Hawai‘i and California.
Ancient hula celebrated during kahiko night at the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
The competition culminates tonight, where hālau will perform ‘auana (modern) hula.
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.