Hawaii News
The state warns of scamming salespeople claiming to sell green infrastructure
Hawaiʻi Green Infrastructure Authority employees do not sell solar systems, nor do they educate the public about its financing programs through cold-calling, door-to-door sales, door knocking, or anything similar.
Volcano Watch: Kīlauea’s continuing summit eruption
Kīlauea summit has shown little net change in pressurization since the eruption began Dec. 23, 2024, indicating the summit has been in some level of equilibrium. As long as that equilibrium is maintained, the episodic eruption at the summit is likely to continue.
Hawai‘i Wildfire Management Organization recognized as a top leader in wildfire mitigation
Nonprofit based in Waimea on Big Island and dedicated to protecting Hawai‘i’s communities and natural resources from devastating effects of wildfires was one of just 5 organizations and individuals in the nation to be honored recently by National Association of State Foresters.
Pupping season underway for endangered Hawaiian monk seals
3 pups have already been born this year. While monk seals can give birth at any time of the year, March through August is when a majority of young make their debut.
Child & Family Service call on community to help protect Hawaiʻi’s children
After working to protect Hawaiʻi’s children for 125 years, Child & Family Service is asking communities to step up to help combat and prevent child abuse.
Honolulu and mainland egg prices comparable in latest data
The price of local and mainland eggs in Honolulu rose significantly in the first quarter of this year. However, the price between local and mainland eggs was comparable, according to latest statistics from the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture, Market Analysis and News Branch.
UH-discovered deep-sea anglerfish named to top 10 remarkable species list
The anglerfish was initially collected during a UH Mānoa Department of Oceanography-led research cruise in 2021 to the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.
Schatz leads bipartisan resolution recognizing significant contributions of Native women, including 6 Native Hawaiians
Specific Native Hawaiian women spotlighted in the resolution included: Queen Ka‘ahumanu, Isabella Kauakea Yau Yung Aiona Abbott, Mary Kawena Pukui, Edith Kenao Kanaka‘ole, Rell Kapolioka‘ehukai Sunn, and Emma Ka‘ilikapuolono Metcalf Beckley Nakuina.
University of Hawai‘i scientists create maps to better predict wildfire risk
Unlike the current Red Flag Warning system, which relies on weather from a limited number of stations, these maps provide a daily, high-resolution look at the most current fire ignition risks statewide.
Hawaiʻi leaders push agricultural priorities in Washington, D.C.
More than 20 leaders from Hawaiʻi’s agriculture and business sectors recently completed the second annual Hawaiʻi-USDA Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., highlighting local priorities and challenges directly to federal officials.
Interim chief selected following announcement of embattled Kaua‘i police chief’s retirement
Assistant Chief Kalani Ke was chosen to fill in as chief following Chief Todd Raybuck’s retirement.
122 humpback whales sited off Kaua‘i during final day of statewide coordinated annual count
Two nonprofits have partnered for the past seven years to count whales during peak season, ensuring data is collected simultaneously.
Eternal flame temporarily snuffed out by rare gas line blockage
Efforts to restore the flame Friday were unsuccessful. The next step is to clear the line or replace the plugged section of piping. More will be known about the situation and a possible solution by early this week.
Ecologists, cultural practitioners oppose U.S. military rocket launchpads for testing at Johnston Atoll
After its draft environmental assessment is published in April, the public will have a 30-day review period to submit written comments for the Air Force’s consideration.
Volcano Watch: Moving magma — what happens after a dike intrudes a rift zone?
When magma moves into the rift zone of a Hawaiian volcano, there is understandably a lot of excitement and apprehension. How far will the magma go? Will it erupt? But even long after the activity stops — regardless of whether it erupts — the subsurface magma continues to have a noticeable impact on the landscape.
Facebook post with pic of dead turtle sparks outrage, highlights need to report violations when discovered
EDITOR’S NOTE: Images that appear with this story could be upsetting to some readers. Discretion is advised.
Hirono highlights dangers to Hawai‘i, U.S. because of mass federal firings
“While Republicans shamefully paint hardworking federal workers as ‘faceless bureaucrats,’ we know that our federal workers do important work.” — U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, a Democrat from Hawai‘i
Episode 15 of Kīlauea eruption biggest yet with lava fountains more than 700 feet tall
It took about 10 hours or so, but the vents inside Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island once again did not disappoint.
Did you hear the siren? Let Kaua‘i Emergency Management know with new online tool
The online survey tool, which is live now, is aimed at making sure Hawai‘i’s Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is functioning correctly. Reports from the community will help improve the outdoor warning siren system’s effectiveness.
U.S. diplomatic expert says Hawaiʻi is critical in global security efforts
Former deputy assistant U.S. trade representative for Japan and China Glen S. Fukushima shared insights about shifting U.S. national security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting a need for more policymakers with knowledge of and expertise in its political landscape.
