Hawaii News
Update: Used motor oil recycling services resume at Kekaha Landfill, all County transfer stations
The service was temporarily unavailable because of issues with the contractor’s hauling equipment.
Pakele, Jordan T partner with Waiākea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages on new song
The new single is available to stream online now on Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music and YouTube.
PAL Hawai‘i granted $75K from to Nareit Foundation for improvements at Kauhale O Kekaha
The funds will be used to replace an aging 53-year-old roof and install rooftop solar panels that will help lower utility costs for the 13-unit apartment complex’s residents
Social media platform X announces new show to be hosted by former Hawai‘i U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard
Gabbard, also a U.S. Army Reserve member and 2020 presidential candidate who left the Democratic Party in 2022, said her show will offer stories and news about “the truth of what’s happening in our country and world but that those in power don’t what you hear.”
‘One Love Lāhainā’ event with music and skateboard jam on Jan. 13
The event runs features music from San Diego-based band We The Commas, with an opening act by local punk band Flamingo Rider.
Kona couple found with fentanyl at Big Island airport charged with additional offenses after suspected overdose of jail inmate
The inmate who died was identified as Steven Mario Delgado.
University of Hawaiʻi: Where are all our island people in the ocean sciences?
“As descendants of the ocean, the dearth of Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders in ocean science seems inconsonant,” writes a team of University of Hawaiʻi authors in an article published in a special issue of Oceanography.
Live snake found in shipping container on Moloka‘i
The snake measured about 20 inches long and has been identified as a non-venomous gopher snake.
High Surf Advisory issued for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau through Wednesday
The National Weather Service said strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.
UH launching space tech development center, student-training hub
The Space Sciences Initiative is expected to expand Hawaiʻi’s technology sector and create more high-paying jobs across the state.
Update: Brown Water Advisory at Kalapaki Beach Park canceled
Follow-up with your primary care physician if you have any health concerns.
Big Island woman on 20-year mission to open transitional home for domestic violence victims
For the past 20 years, Vailu’u has dedicated her life to helping victims of domestic violence by providing them with necessities – clothes, food, toys and even airfare – through her nonprofit King’s Daughter’s Ministry.
Temporary road closure scheduled for portion of Aliomanu Road starting Jan. 8
The lane closure is necessary for road repair work.
Flash flood watch goes into effect Sunday for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
The heaviest rain is expected initially for Kaua‘i beginning late Sunday before spreading down the island chain Monday. A few thunderstorms will also be possible.
Update: Swimmer thought to be missing in waters off Kapa‘a Beach Park found and safe
Officials said the man was not missing nor was he in distress while swimming Friday afternoon.
The state is accepting applications for its compost reimbursement program
Agricultural producers awarded funds through the program will be reimbursed for the cost of purchasing compost, including transportation costs.
Volcano Watch — Separating signals: What matters to seismologists?
Being able to distinguish between random signals and volcanically induced seismic activity allows seismologists to keep a closer eye on what matters, the volcanoes.
Kona couple found with fentanyl at Big Island airport linked to overdose at Hilo jail
A Kona couple arrested at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport are facing additional charges after an inmate at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center died of a suspected fentanyl overdose.
Department of the Attorney General lays out concerns over legalizing marijuana in report and draft bill to Hawai‘i lawmakers
Since 2012, 24 states plus the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis.
Hawaiian Historical Society receives $25,000 from OHA to support education
Hawaiian Historical Society has received $25,000 from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs as part of the Kākoʻo Grant Program awards. This award is intended to strengthen community organizations, like HHS, in order to strategically plan for the future of better serving its Native Hawaiian communities.
