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HTA invites local businesses and community organizations to learn how to reach Hawaiʻi’s visitors
Hawaiʻi farmers, makers, small-business owners, cultural practitioners and nonprofits interested in reaching visitors are invited to register for the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority’s 2026 Foundational Technical Assistance workshops.
2026 Mayor’s Small Business Awards set for Oct. 21
The Maui Chamber of Commerce will host the 2026 Mayor’s Small Business Awards from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 21 at the King Kamehameha Golf Club Waikapu Ballroom. Registration is required for this Academy Awards-style event honoring Maui small businesses. Tickets may be purchased at MauiChamber.com by clicking on the Events page. Meals are $125 […]
$3.3M National Institutes of Health grant funds UH study of microplastics, infant brain development
Researchers will measure exposure through maternal blood, examine fetal brain development through ultrasound and collect cord blood and placenta samples. Infants will be assessed at 2, 6 and 12 months for neurological function, motor development, language skills and cognition.
Hawai’i Small Businesses urged to complete Federal Reserve Credit Survey by Nov. 13
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism is encouraging Hawai‘i small businesses to take part in the Federal Reserve’s 2026 Small Business Credit Survey, now open through Nov. 13.
Flooding forced traumatic moves to Oʻahu for longterm patients, but health, spirits improve with return to Maui
Some residents of Hale Makamae, the only intermediate care facility for adults with developmental disabilities, are now back at Maui Memorial Medical Center as they await the $65 million renovation and reopening of their longterm facility at Kula Hospital.
Health problems reported after Colorado cannabis vaporizer recall
Maui Wowie and Grape Gorilla vapes were recalled after a lab found methylene chloride. Now Colorado regulators are fielding health reports.
Entertainment: Hawaii featured in Awkwafina
We're getting our first look at a new docuseries from actress and rapper Awkwafina and The 99th Maui County fair is underway!
99th Maui County Fair entertainment schedule
The 99th Maui County Fair, happening Oct. 1–4, 2026at the County’s War Memorial Complex, will bring four days of live entertainment to the main stage, featuring a mix of Hawaiian music, hula, local favorites and island contemporary performers for fairgoers of all ages.
Department of Health: Segregated rate revision to change how redemption centers pay for recycled bottles and cans
Hawaiʻi’s Deposit Beverage Container Program will change how redemption centers convert container weight into container counts starting Oct. 1, the state Department of Health announced.
Long After Wildfire Smoke Is Gone, Heavy Metals Could Still Be Harming Survivors’ Lungs
A new study from University of Hawai‘i researchers links metals found in the ash of the 2023 Maui wildfires with impaired lung function.
Chamber of Maui Political Action Committee announces Its 2026 candidate endorsements
The Chamber of Maui Political Action Committee (COMPAC), a non-partisan non-sectarian committee who handles the Maui Chamber’s candidate endorsement process, announced the Chamber’s “business-friendly” endorsements for State and Maui County races this year.
Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health.
Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health.
Metals in smoke, ash from Maui wildfire harmed lung health, study says
A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health.
Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health. Researchers from the University of Hawaii, Honolulu studied
Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health.
Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says
A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health
HECO activates PSPS outages in Pukalani following Hurricane Nolo
HECO has activated its PSPS program in Pukalani as crews work to repair Hurricane Nolo damage and restore power across Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii Island.
Nightly drone shows, four days of live entertainment to be showcased at 99th Maui County Fair
The 99th Maui County Fair will bring four days of live entertainment to the main stage, featuring a mix of Hawaiian music, hula, local favorites and island contemporary performers. The much-anticipated fair is set for Oct. 1–4 at the County’s War Memorial Complex. This year, every night of the fair at 8:30 p.m., fairgoers can […]
Hawaiʻi Green Business Awards Program honors local businesses and events for sustainability practices
The Hawai‘i Green Business Program (HGBP) recognized 51 Hawai‘i businesses and events Wednesday night for their commitment to energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, pollution prevention and community involvement, as well as cultural and natural resource preservation.
'We heard you, we heard media, we heard analysts': Motorola talks about why now is the time North America needs its premium Signature 27 phone
Qualcomm flew me out to Maui to attend Snapdragon Summit, where I got some hands-off time with the new Motorola Signature 27.
State, Maui Health and Kaiser Permanente announce restoration and reopening plans for Kula Hospital
The state of Hawaiʻi, Maui Health and Kaiser Permanente today announced that Kula Hospital will be restored and reopened after damage from the March 2026 Kona Low storms forced the temporary closure of the hospital, its Emergency Department and the Hale Makamae care facility.
Maui Wildfire Exposure Study gets $6M in federal funding to extend post-fire health tracking to 2031
Two grants from the National Institutes of Health will allow a critical post-wildfire University of Hawai'i study to continue and expand.
DOH urges health precautions after Hurricane Lala
In the wake of Hurricane Lala, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health urges the public to be vigilant about health risks associated with heavy rains, high winds and power outages. Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health.
Maui Health Medical Minute: Is it dangerous to interact with AIs or chatbots?
AI chatbots can be helpful tools, but they aren’t a substitute for real human connection or professional mental health care.
UH gets $3.6M grant to study health risks from state’s plantation-era contamination
A University of Hawaii at Manoa-led research team has received a five-year, $3.6 million National Institutes of Health grant to investigate whether pollutants left behind by Hawaii’s plantation era still could be affecting residents’ health — and whether wildfires and other natural disasters can bring those contaminants back into the environment.
Francis Mauigoa gave the Giants their cleanest Week 1 surprise
One clean number jumped out from the Giants‘ opener: Francis Mauigoa did not allow a pressure over 36 pass-blocking snaps. […]
National Institutes of Health awards $3.6 million grant to study health threats from Hawaiʻi’s plantation history
Investigating a hidden environmental health threat across Hawaiʻi—pollutants left behind by decades of agricultural and industrial activity, and whether wildfires and other disasters can bring those contaminants back into the environment and into people’s bodies—is the focus of a new University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai-led research project that received a five-year, $3.6 million grant from the National Institutes of Health.
DBEDT brings business resources to entrepreneurs statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism will participate in the Innovate Maui Nui Conference on Maui on Sept. 23.
Daniel McCarthy: The immigration politics of a felon’s pardon
How far will New York Gov. Kathy Hochul go to keep immigrant criminals in this country? So far, she’ll even pardon a man convicted of an aggravated felony, if that’s what it takes to prevent the United States Supreme Court from setting a restrictionist precedent. Keisy Guerrero Mariano is a Dominican who spent two years […]
UH gets $3.6M grant to study health risks from state’s plantation-era contamination
A University of Hawaii at Manoa-led research team has received a five-year, $3.6 million National Institutes of Health grant to investigate whether pollutants left behind by Hawaii’s plantation era still could be affecting residents’ health — and whether wildfires and other natural disasters can bring those contaminants back into the environment.
2026 Maui County Fair contests announced, healthy babies, student art and more
The 2026 Maui County Fair will offer opportunities for community members of all ages to participate in contests, competitions and exhibitions when the 99th fair returns Oct. 1-4,. Opportunities range from the Healthy Baby Contest for Maui’s youngest keiki to student competitions featuring agriculture, filmmaking and Esports, as well as fiber arts and animal exhibitions.
Hawaiʻi Community College awarded $920,000 National Science Foundation grant for drone sensors program
Hawaiʻi Community College has secured a new $920,238 National Science Foundation grant to expand education using tools such as drone-mounted sensors to collect data across the state.
Water scarcity a top concern for Maui County political candidates
Candidates say water should be reserved for affordable housing, farming and fire mitigation, not luxury developments, as Hawai’i emerges from years of drought.
Maui Health Foundation secures $4.1 Million to fund state-of-the-art MRI
Thanks to the generosity of three donors, Maui Health has secured $4.1 million in funding to install a new, state-of-the-art MRI system at Maui Memorial Medical Center. More than 4,500 MRI exams are performed at Maui Memorial each year, making this investment the highest imaging priority for Maui Health, and essential to protecting the community’s access to critical diagnostic imaging.
Festivals of Aloha brings Aloha Friday to Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Sept. 11
Festivals of Aloha continues its 2026 season with Aloha Friday at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday, Sept. 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. The free, family-friendly evening invites the community to kick off the weekend with live Hawaiian entertainment, cultural demonstrations and activities for the entire ʻohana.
Director of Philanthropy for Maui Health Foundation to speak at Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset
The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset welcomes Leana Taylor, Director of Philanthropy for Maui Health Foundation on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026. The topic of her presentation will be “Food Is Medicine: Locally Grown, Physician Prescribed.”
Hawaiian Telcom Unveils Future-Ready Business Fiber Platform Engineered for 10 Gig Connectivity
Hawaiian Telcom announced enhancements to its business fiber internet portfolio, including expanded symmetrical upload and download speeds across Fioptics Business Internet plans and the introduction of Fioptics Advanced WiFi for business customers. Together, these enhancements provide Hawaiʻi businesses with faster, more scalable connectivity backed by a fiber network engineered to support connectivity solutions up to 10 Gig.
Hurricane Lowell forces bank closures across Kauai, parts of Oahu and Maui
All major Hawaii banks closed Kauai branches Tuesday as Hurricane Lowell brought high winds, heavy rain and widespread power outages to the islands.
Online cybersecurity clinic available for Hawaiʻi small businesses
“The One-Person Security Department: Building Your Own Tools for Hawaiʻi IT on No Budget” is the topic for the first in a series of three free Zoom meetings presented by the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College for sole proprietors and registered businesses in Hawaiʻi.
West Coast Health Alliance issues immunization recommendations for 2026-2027
The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) is issuing immunization recommendations for the 2026-27 respiratory virus season.
Department of Health to conduct emergency preparedness survey in West Hawaiʻi communities
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health’s (DOH) Hawaiʻi District Health Office will conduct a Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response (CASPER) survey to assess household emergency preparedness and the impacts of natural disasters on household health in the Kona, Kohala and Hāmākua districts from Sept. 14-18.
Maui Chamber reminds community to submit nominations for the Mayor’s Small Business Awards
The Maui Chamber of Commerce is reminding community members that nominations are open for the 2026 Mayor’s Small Business Awards, with nominations due Friday, Sept. 18, 2026. Nominations are being accepted for businesses, nonprofits, or individuals who are making a difference in Maui County.
KeikiCo Business Plan Competition offers Hawaiʻi students a chance to win $25,000 for their school
With Hawaiʻi students back in the classroom, American Savings Bank is calling on the state’s next generation of entrepreneurs to put their biggest ideas to the test through the 2026 KeikiCo Business Plan Competition.
Maui Chamber of Commerce and BizFlixTalk™ Bring Subsidized Business Growth Program to Maui Entrepreneurs
Maui business owners will have a new opportunity this fall to step back from the day-to-day demands of running a business and focus on what comes next through The Business Expansion Blueprint, a six-week interactive business-growth experience offered by the Maui Chamber of Commerce in partnership with BizFlixTalk.
Giants Urged to ‘Keep an Eye On’ Francis Mauigoa Flaw
The New York Giants have been urged "to keep an eye on" a potential problem involving rookie guard Francis 'Sisi' Mauigoa. The post Giants Urged to ‘Keep an Eye On’ Francis Mauigoa Flaw appeared first on HEAVY.
Oskie Rice Memorial Rodeo 2026 celebrating 110 years at Kaonoulu Ranch
The Oskie Rice Event Center will host the Oskie Rice Memorial Rodeo 2026 from Oct. 23-25, marking the 110th anniversary of Kaonoulu Ranch, according to event organizers. This year’s rodeo is being held in conjunction with the Festivals of Aloha celebrations.
In 2011, scientists injected yellow-green fluorescein dye into Maui’s wastewater wells; 84 days later, it appeared near the Pacific, supporting an underground wastewater connection
For years, environmental groups and residents near Lahaina, Maui, suspected that treated wastewater pumped underground was somehow finding its way into the Pacific Ocean, a concern later confirmed by a University of Hawaii tracer study that Earthjustice and other groups cited in their legal campaign against Maui County’s disposal practices. Divers had documented unusual submarine springs bubbling up off Kahekili Beach Park as early as 2007, and elevated nitrogen isotope readings in nearby macroalgae hinted that these springs carried something other than ordinary groundwater, according to USGS-led research on nearshore groundwater discharge at the site.
Maui Small Business leaders get hands-on with AI to save time, drive growth
A small group of small business owners and leaders of non-profits gathered on Aug. 14 to grow their business with AI. The half-day workshop was hosted by Maui Economic Development Board and presented by Marc Rix, an international adviser, speaker, consultant and trainer.
Schatz Talks Story With Small Business Owners, Students, Law Enforcement Officers And Staff Across Maui | U.S. Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii
KAHULUI – U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) met with students, small business owners, and law...
Kēōkea Hoʻolauleʻa features daylong entertainment, food and fun, Aug. 29
Musicians Nāmaka Cosma and Sean Parks are among the headliners at the Kēōkea Hoʻolauleʻa, taking place Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026 in Upcountry Maui.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui Back-to-School Health Fair draws more than 450 families
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui connected more than 450 families with health and wellness resources during its annual Back-to-School Health Fair on July 24 at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului.
Catherine Ngo earns business accolade as Wahine of the Year
Hawaii Business Magazine has named Catherine Ngo the recipient of its inaugural Wahine of the Year award, a new accolade recognizing a woman whose leadership, service and impact have helped shape Hawai‘i’s business community and beyond. Ngo will be honored at the magazine’s Wahine Forum in October. A respected banking executive, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Ngo has spent more […]
Study finds Lahaina survivors’ mental health worsening
University of Hawaii researchers with the Maui Wildfire Exposure Study (MauiWES) said Maui is recovering, but insecurity, housing instability, health concerns and weakening social support continue to place many families at risk.
As Maui recovers from devastating fires, a study offers vision for new rural health model
A study of the long-term health impact of the Lahaina wildfires is inspiring a new model for disaster recovery and support.
State reminds Hawaiʻi businesses that third quarter annual reports are due
Businesses registered in the third quarter — July through September — can now file their annual reports, which must be filed by midnight Sept. 30 to avoid a late filing penalty fee.
Maui County’s fringe mayoral candidates add unique ideas, opinions, entertainment to race
"It's one of my favorite aspects of politics is the fact that all of these folks get to run no matter how realistic their candidacies are. And sometimes they bring up really important issues, and sometimes they help shift the nature of what the mainstream candidates are talking about," political scientist Colin Moore said. "And sometimes it's just really entertaining."
Maui business wins bronze medal in 2026 Artisan International Flavor Awards
Pāʻia Spice Company received a bronze metal in the 2026 International Flavor Awards for its Big Haole’s Original Blend. The award came in the savory rub category. “I’m blown away,” owner Brad Beck said. “We started this company almost five years ago selling hand labeled bottles to people barbecuing at Hoʻokipa. Now, 40,000 bottles later […]
Maui’s off to strong start, aims to be more than just entertainment venue
Maui's Indoor Theme Park is bringing a new destination for family entertainment to Owensboro, offering attractions for guests of all ages to play, celebrate, and spend time together.
DCCA expands pathway for mental health professionals ahead of July 1 launch
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs is preparing for the July 1 implementation of Act 93, which creates new provisional licenses for associate psychologists, associate marriage and family therapists, and associate mental health counselors.
Hawai‘i set to receive nearly $25 million for Native Hawaiian health care
US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) announced that the five Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems and Papa Ola Lōkahi, which coordinates health care programs and services for Native Hawaiians, will receive nearly $25 million in federal funding from the US Department of Health and Human Services.
Oprah Winfrey blesses new CT scanner she helped fund in Hawaii
Maui Memorial Medical Center, a 214-bed acute care hospital in Wailuku, celebrated the new computed tomography machine with its imaging team on June 8.
Maui Health celebrates new CT scanner made possible with Oprah Winfrey donation
Maui Health Foundation conducted a blessing ceremony Monday for a new state-of-the-art CT scanner at its imaging facility, a milestone made possible through a generous donation from Oprah Winfrey.
Ulupono Initiative funding helps local food businesses bring Hawaiʻi-made products to retail shelves
A dozen Hawaiʻi-based food makers are getting a boost as they look to expand their locally sourced products to shelves in major retailers. A $25,000 grant from the Ulupono Fund at the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation is lowering barriers for these entrepreneurs to use the state’s first high pressure processing system.
Dr. Jessica A. Johnson: How race, politics and sports intersect
Toward the end of the spring semester, I sent a final email to students in my Sports Icons class at Ohio State University’s Lima campus regarding the NAACP’s proposed boycott urging Black football players to avoid attending Power 4 conference schools in Southern states that have redrawn their congressional and local legislative districts. I explained […]
Cal Thomas: Politics and failure
Politics is the only profession of which I am aware in which competence doesn’t seem to matter. One can fail miserably; one can be corrupt and one can get away with crimes that if committed by someone outside of elective office, arrest, prosecution and a stint in jail would be the result. Yet politicians, Democrats […]
Entertainment: John Mulaney Returns to Hawaii
The stand up comedian's 'Mister Whatever' show will be at Oahu's Blaisdell Arena on December 17th and then on Maui the following day at the MACC's Castle Theatre.
Giants news: Francis Mauigoa signs his rookie contract
Sisi Mauigoa has officially signed his rookie contract
Business Monday: Maui artist opens Paint Aloha gallery in Waikōloa with classes for all ages
With business struggling on Maui after the Lahaina fires, artist Annabelle Ramil found a new home for herself and her gallery on the Big Island.
Hawaiʻi-Philippines Business Tradeshow, Symposium and Reception to showcase expanding economic opportunities
A tradeshow featuring products from Hawai‘i and Ilocos Norte will run concurrently. The event will close with an evening banquet featuring remarks from Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green, followed by a reaffirmation ceremony marking 22 years of sister-state relations between Hawai‘i and Ilocos Norte.
DOH recruits Teen Health and Media Survey participants via email
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) will conduct the 2026 Hawai‘i Teen Health and Media Survey over the next two months. Information collected will be used to develop and improve health programs and services for Hawaiʻi’s youth.
Hawaiʻi Balks At Funding Maui Fire Victim Health Study
Lawmakers did not pass a bill that would have funded the continuation of the most comprehensive study of the long-term health effects of the wildfires.
Hawaii high schoolers compete to take home first-ever state surfing championship
Surfers from across Hawaii competed in the inaugural state surfing championship, which was made possible by the Hawaii High School Athletic Association’s inclusion of surfing as an official h…
As state, Maui Health decide future of damaged Kula Hospital, another long-term care facility nears capacity
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said the options for the damaged Upcountry hospital could include a mobile unit designed for disasters or a temporary modular clinic like the one Kaiser built in Lahaina after the 2023 wildfires.
Entertainment: Katchafire, High Watah prepares for musical tour across islands
The tour will start in Kona on Hawaii Island, then Oahu, before heading to Maui and Kauai.
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi offers Maui programs aimed to inspire the next generation of health care professionals
Kaiser Permanente will host its third Career Exploration Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the Kaiser Permanente Wailuku Medical Office. The event is offered in partnership with STEMworks, a program of the Maui Economic Development Board, and is open to intermediate and high school students across Maui County.
Hawaiʻi businesses reminded to file their second quarter annual business reports
The annual report filing period is related to the business entity’s registration date and can be filed at any time during the quarter in which the filing is due; second quarter reports must be filed by midnight June 30.
Maui Health announces CEO transition as Fulton announces departure to be closer to family
Maui Health announced today that chief executive officer Lynn Fulton will step down effective May 3, 2026, to return to central Illinois to be closer to her family. A leadership transition plan will be shared in the coming days.
Maui Mental Health Providers Face Stress And Uncertainty About State Jobs
Staff at a state-run clinic serving wildfire survivors in Hawai‘i have waited months for permanent jobs. Instead, they got another temporary contract.
Maui Mental Health Providers Face Stress and Uncertainty About State Jobs
Staff at a state-run clinic serving wildfire survivors in Hawaii have waited months for permanent jobs. Instead, they got another temporary contract.
OHA launches Business Development Program for Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs in the food industry
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is now accepting applications for its Kūlana ʻĀina Business Development Program, designed to support Native Hawaiian food entrepreneurs ready to grow and expand their businesses across Hawaiʻi’s food economy.
“Moana” in live-action: See all the animated characters coming to life in new movie
Moana, Maui, Te Kā... the gang's all here.
The live-action 'Moana' trailer debuts Dwayne Johnson as Maui — and fans can't stop talking about his hair
The remake of the 2016 animated film hits theaters July 10.
Flood-prone Kīhei Crossroads for sale as its popular businesses remain closed from latest storm
In June of 2025, the popular strip shopping center near the Kīhei Canoe Club and the surrounding vacant land went on the market for $15.85 million.
Cardinals NFL mock draft picks include Francis Mauigoa, David Bailey
2026 NFL Draft projections after NFL free agency for Arizona Cardinals include four different names. Who will the team take with No. 3 overall pick?
Beyond The Burn Zone: Maui Wildfires Cause Widespread Mental Health Issues
New research shows housing displacement and income loss were central drivers of psychological harm.
Maui’s Mental Health Crisis Goes Far Beyond the Wildfire Burn Zone
On the day of one of the deadliest natural disasters in Hawaii’s history, Blake Kekoa Ramelb watched his hometown go up in flames. It was Aug. 8, 2023, and Maui was burning. Ramelb, born and raised in Lahaina, lived outside the burn zone, so his home was intact. But he couldn’t get into town to […]
Small Business Regulatory Review Board to conduct its first meeting on Maui, March 19
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) Small Business Regulatory Review Board will conduct its next monthly meeting on Maui on Thursday, March 19, 2026. The meeting begins at 1 p.m. at the Kalana O Maui Building, 200 S. High St., Ninth Floor, in Wailuku. It will also be available on Zoom. This […]
Maui businesses encouraged to participate in 2026 Maui Nui Business Health Check Survey
The County of Maui Office of Economic Development is encouraging Maui County businesses to participate in the Maui Nui Business Health Check, a countywide survey focused on understanding current business conditions and identifying opportunities that support recovery, stability and long-term growth.
Detroit Lions 2026 NFL Draft Big Board: Offensive Tackles
The Detroit Lions will likely target an offensive tackle early in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here’s a full big board with recent scouting reports on Spencer Fano, Francis Mauigoa, Kadyn Proctor, and more.
Volcano Watch: New ‘Is Tephra Falling?’ citizen science tool launched in Hawaiʻi
Like the “Did You Feel It?” earthquake reporting tool helps make maps of areas affected by shaking, the new tool helps scientists map areas affected by tephra fallout; observations will be used to assess the character and size of the eruption plumes from Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island, along with the dispersal pattern of tephra fall.
2026 NFL mock draft: Expert projections for top picks ahead of Super Bowl 60
The 2026 NFL Draft order will be set in stone after Super Bowl 60. Here's how experts are projecting the first 32 picks ahead of the Super Bowl.
Landmark Supreme Court case challenges Hawaii’s strict gun law
The case stems from a lawsuit by three Maui residents challenging restrictions on carrying guns in places like beaches and businesses
Governor Needs To Step Into Proposed Hawaiʻi Health Care Consolidation
The proposed deeper integration between Hawaiʻi Pacific Health and HMSA would only intensify the problem with lack of access to providers and care. Gov. Josh Green must act now.
College Football Playoff stars: 10 players from Florida to watch
All-Americans Fernando Mendoza, Rueben Bain Jr., Francis Mauigoa, Malachi Toney and D'Angelo Ponds all played high school football in Florida.
Draft guidelines aim to streamline complex rebuilding in Lahaina’s business district
The draft guidelines are the latest effort by the county to move forward with rebuilding in the town’s business district, which overlaps a sensitive historic area that has seen little activity since the August 2023 wildfires.
HOKU PAC launches to support māhū and LGBTQIA+ representation in Hawaiʻi politics
A new political action committee aimed at expanding representation and advancing civil rights in Hawaiʻi was formally launched today, coinciding with the third anniversary of the federal Respect for Marriage Act.
Hawaii women's basketball settles for Maui split against Liberty, Montana State
UH will disperse over holiday break then ready for full Big West play resuming Jan. 1