Hawaii News
No tsunami threat after 6.6-earthquake north of Papua New Guinea
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Honolulu said there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi and no destructive Pacific-wide tsunami expected at this time.
Petroleum company on Kaua‘i cited for hazardous waste violations
The company has been assessed a $108,140 fine for the three violations. In addition to paying the penalty, the company has been ordered to take corrective actions, including — but not limited to — training its employees to prevent future violations.
State seeks public input on Nā Ala Hele Trail program
Nā Ala Hele is updating its program plan, originally created in 1991, and seeks community input. Forest users are invited to help guide the process by joining an online open house on Wednesday, May 21 from 5-6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Rep. Case backs bill aiming to bolster US ties with Pacific Island nations, counter China’s regional influence
Lawmakers say the bill addresses rising concerns about Chinese influence in the region while supporting the long-term development goals of Pacific Island nations.
Hawaiʻi makes it easier to certify documents for use overseas with forms in 12 languages
Apostilles authenticate the seals and signatures of officials on documents so that the document can be recognized in foreign countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention Treaty.
Military presence at Pōhakuloa Training Area critical to community safety. But at what cost to the land, native species?
Officials with the U.S. Army Garrison Hawai‘i are waiting for the formal rejection of the Final Environmental Impact Statement by the state Land Board before deciding what to do next to try to extend its lease on the Big Island.
Rebirth and renewal: Royal Sonesta Kauaʻi unveils spectacular transformation
One of Kauaʻi’s most beloved getaways nestled on the golden shores of Kalapakī Beach in southeastern Kauaʻi, this iconic resort with its ‘White Lotus’ vibes is embracing a bold new vision for the future.
53 traffic fatalities statewide offer hard lesson during busy graduation season
It’s a tragic statistic to think about but stark reminder to prioritize safety and exercise caution on state and county roadways during such a celebratory season while the Aloha State honors the class of 2025.
Update: Episode 22 abruptly ends after Kīlauea gets in some OT to end work week
Most recent eruptive episode of the ongoing eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Kaluapele, the summit caldera of the Big Island volcano, ended at 3:29 p.m. Friday, 10 hours and 16 minutes after another awesome display of high fountaining began.
2025 hurricane season looks to be less busy than normal with 1 to 4 tropical cyclones
Despite near to below average Central Pacific forecast, officials — including Gov. Josh Green and those with the Central Pacific Hurricane Center — urge island residents to be vigilant and prepare now because any storm that develops has the potential to be the one that strikes.
Volcano Watch: What lurks beneath; learning from lava ooze outs
Dive beneath the solidified crust on the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater floor in this week’s edition of “Volcano Watch” to explore the complicated mix of molten material below.
Kaua‘i councilman announces run for mayor
The councilman previously served as mayor from 2000 to 2018.
Governor orders flags lowered to half-staff, honoring law enforcement who paid ultimate price for service
Gov. Josh Green takes action in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15, and Police Week, which is May 11-17.
Public invited to see ‘New Frontiers’ of breast cancer risk modeling, treatment during free event in June
Special event part of 11th International Breast Density and Cancer Risk Assessment Workshop from June 4-6 at Sonesta Kauaʻi Resort in Līhuʻe.
UH-Hilo Vulcans to host free basketball clinic in Kapaʻa next week for keiki
“Basketball has been a tool for positive living here in the islands for several generations and it is our turn to pay it forward and do what we can to help grow the game,” Vulcans head basketball coach Kaniela Aiona said in an announcement for the clinics that will be hosted May 17-22 on 6 islands.
Department of Health fines Par Hawaiʻi for improper waste management
Par Hawaiʻi Refining received a notice of violation and order for failure to make hazardous waster determination and failure to properly ship and dispose of hazardous waste.
Update: Kīlauea gifted mothers with short, but special lava fountains
Episode 21 of the ongoing episodic eruption of Halemaʻumaʻu Crater at Kaluapele, the Big Island volcano’s summit caldera, ended at 8:34 p.m. Sunday, on Mother’s Day 2025.
Lawmakers pass bill establishing lottery system for leasing cabins on public lands
House Bill 1348 protects access for residents to Kōkeʻe cabin leases on Kauaʻi by requiring the Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources to lease public lands for recreation-residence use by public lottery under certain conditions and restrict participation to residents of the county in which the leased land is located.
Kaua‘i students honored during 2025 Citizen-Scholar Awards
This year’s top honor for the Garden Isle went to Kaye Marie Alvarez of Waimea High School. The event recognizes outstanding academic achievement and community service throughout the state.
Maunakea telescope tunes into stellar symphony of nearby star
Stars are not silent, and like musical instruments, stars resonate with natural frequencies that astronomers can “hear” with the right tools. Asteroseismology allows scientists to use these frequencies to probe the interiors of stars.
