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County to use eminent domain to widen Puna road
Published: May 25, 2026 10:05
A Hawaii County Council committee unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday to acquire 3.74 acres of land along Government Beach Road in Puna using eminent domain in order to widen the winding, one-lane scenic seaside route. The post County to use eminent…
OHA weighs purchase of KITV-KIKU from Allen Media Group
Published: May 25, 2026 10:05
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is evaluating the potential purchase of a Hawaii broadcast company — a move that would place one of the state’s major television stations under Native Hawaiian ownership. The post OHA weighs purchase of KITV-KIKU from Allen…
Mountain View man in custody after firearms incident
Published: May 25, 2026 10:05
Police arrested 38-year-old Michael Gardner of Mountain View on Thursday afternoon on suspicion of illegally possessing a pistol or revolver following a firearms incident in Mountain View. The post Mountain View man in custody after firearms incident…
Big Island residents report damage from magnitude 6.0 quake
Published: May 25, 2026 10:05
The magnitude-6.0 temblor that shook the Hawaiian islands Friday night caused power outages, major damage to homes and rockslides that temporarily blocked roadways in South Kona, where its epicenter was located. The post Big Island residents report damage…
From Miloli‘i to around the globe: W. Hawaii man retires after impressive Coast Guard career
Published: May 24, 2026 10:05
When Ron Freitas was 17, he wanted to join the Air Force. His mother said no, so he joined the U.S. Coast Guard instead. The post From Miloli‘i to around the globe: W. Hawaii man retires after impressive Coast Guard career appeared first on Hawaii…
Nene goslings take flight after surviving in Hilo park
Published: May 24, 2026 10:05
For the first time in recent years, three nene goslings successfully hatched in Lili‘uokalani Gardens — and survived. The post Nene goslings take flight after surviving in Hilo park appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Civil Defense requests earthquake damage reports
Published: May 24, 2026 10:05
Hawaii County Civil Defense and Mayor Kimo Alameda are urging residents and businesses to assess their property in the wake of Friday night’s earthquake that rocked Hawaii Island. The post Civil Defense requests earthquake damage reports appeared first on…
Dozens turn out for DKI Highway extension meeting
Published: May 24, 2026 10:05
A community meeting Wednesday night about the state Department of Transportation’s newly revived proposal to extend Daniel K. Inouye Highway westward produced a number of questions but few concrete answers. The post Dozens turn out for DKI Highway…
Outlook on state finances improves
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Published: May 23, 2026 10:05
A state panel has mildly downgraded its forecast for Hawaii general fund revenue growth next fiscal year, but also improved its outlook for the current fiscal year that results in an overall net benefit. The post Outlook on state finances improves appeared…
‘Very busy’ hurricane season forecast for Central Pacific
Published: May 22, 2026 10:05
Be prepared for an unusually active and intense hurricane season. The post ‘Very busy’ hurricane season forecast for Central Pacific appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
County Council tweaks property tax rates
Published: May 22, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii County Council unanimously approved a resolution Thursday that would adjust property tax rates, but not without a profanity-sprinkled protest from one member who claimed her competing proposal was “blocked.” The post County Council tweaks…
Management plan in the works for Hilo Bay watershed
Published: May 22, 2026 10:05
Efforts are underway to develop a watershed management plan for Hilo Bay, which has a long history of poor water quality, high bacteria levels and brown water advisories. The post Management plan in the works for Hilo Bay watershed appeared first on Hawaii…
Philippines plays increasingly central role in U.S. Pacific policy
Published: May 21, 2026 10:05
Troops from Hawaii-based military units have been in the Philippines for a marathon series of training exercises since April as U.S. forces refine their Pacific strategy and test out new weapons in the region. The post Philippines plays increasingly…
Permits granted to carry concealed guns up 54%
Published: May 21, 2026 10:05
The number of adults licensed to carry concealed firearms in Hawaii County increased sharply in 2025. The post Permits granted to carry concealed guns up 54% appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Council holds public meeting on proposed property rates
Published: May 21, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii County Council held a public hearing Tuesday seeking feedback on plans to raise property tax rates for nonresidents and owners of second homes in a push to make up for an estimated $15 million budget shortfall. The post Council holds public…
General plan bill advances in County Council
Published: May 21, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii County Council voted 6-3 on Wednesday in favor of passing a long-term public planning document that has garnered significant public outcry, at times described by council members as “personal attacks,” “vilifying comments,” “conspiracy theories”…
Alameda asks state for help in wake of recent traffic deaths
Published: May 20, 2026 10:05
Mayor Kimo Alameda on Monday sent a letter to Gov. Josh Green requesting assistance from the state to improve traffic safety on Hawaii Island. The post Alameda asks state for help in wake of recent traffic deaths appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Council considers new requirements for nonprofits
Published: May 20, 2026 10:05
A Hawaii County Council committee on Tuesday unanimously approved a bill that would require nonprofits applying for county grants to certify they have policies governing nepotism, conflicts of interest and auditing. The post Council considers new…
Council bill would weaken powers of the mayor’s office
Published: May 20, 2026 10:05
A Hawaii County Council committee narrowly approved a bill Tuesday that would transfer many of the executive powers vested in the office of the mayor to a newly created “county manager” position. The post Council bill would weaken powers of the mayor’s…
Report: Expanding childcare tax credit could boost workforce
Published: May 19, 2026 10:05
A new report from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization argues that expanding Hawaii’s childcare tax credit could partially pay for itself by helping more parents stay in — or return to — the workforce, even as the state faces mounting…
Bill gives Maunakea authority more time to take over management of summit area
Published: May 19, 2026 10:05
A bill passed by the state Legislature earlier this month has implications for the future of Maunakea. The post Bill gives Maunakea authority more time to take over management of summit area appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Three killed Friday in two traffic collisions
Published: May 19, 2026 10:05
Police are seeking leads on unknown drivers involved in a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run collision in Keaau late Friday night on Highway 130 near the intersection of Orchidland Drive. The post Three killed Friday in two traffic collisions appeared first on…