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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…
Hawaii’s fight against Medicaid fraud plagued for over a decade
Published: May 18, 2026 10:05
Behind the verbal sparring last week between federal and state officials over policing Medicaid fraud, data shows Hawaii’s recent record on the subject is in some respects worst in the nation. The post Hawaii’s fight against Medicaid fraud plagued for over…
Wildlife advocates say education efforts lacking after monk seal video
Published: May 18, 2026 10:05
Video of a Washington man hurling a rock at a Hawaiian monk seal on Maui earlier this month has gone viral, drawing condemnation from all corners of the world. It also is raising questions about how well Hawaii is educating visitors about the endangered…
Partial funding allocated for Outpatient Care Center in Kona
Published: May 17, 2026 10:05
Plans for an Outpatient Care Center in Kailua-Kona are moving forward after $50 million was allocated for the project in the recent state budget, an investment in health care infrastructure that West Hawaii Region of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation CEO…
Bake stands rise in popularity
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Published: May 17, 2026 10:05
Colorful roadside food stands have been popping up around Hilo in recent months. The post Bake stands rise in popularity appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Odds of El Nino forming this summer increase
Published: May 17, 2026 10:05
An El Nino cycle is expected to begin this summer, though the strength of that cycle — and how it will impact Hawaii — is still up for debate. The post Odds of El Nino forming this summer increase appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Property tax hikes eyed: County faces $15 million budget deficit
Published: May 17, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii County Council will hold a public hearing Tuesday to consider raising property tax rates for nonresidents and those with second homes in an effort to close the gap on an estimated $15 million budget shortfall. The post Property tax hikes eyed:…
Military leaders meet in Waikiki as land leases remain in limbo
Published: May 17, 2026 10:05
Military leaders in Hawaii have increasingly used the islands as a training and weapons-testing ground for their troops and those of their allies as they prepare forces for a potential showdown with China in Taiwan and the South China Sea. The post…
Snorkeling at Pearl Harbor: Kash Patel’s travels add to focus on ethical issues
Published: May 16, 2026 10:05
Last summer, FBI Director Kash Patel capped a whirlwind South Pacific trip with a snorkel trip in Hawaii. The post Snorkeling at Pearl Harbor: Kash Patel’s travels add to focus on ethical issues appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Hawaii attorney general defends Medicaid fraud enforcement
Published: May 16, 2026 10:05
Hawaii Attorney General Anne Lopez pushed back Thursday against claims leveled a day earlier by Vice President JD Vance that the state isn’t serious about combating Medicaid fraud. The post Hawaii attorney general defends Medicaid fraud enforcement…
Higher oil prices hurting Hawaii’s economy, UHERO report says
Published: May 16, 2026 10:05
Hawaii’s near-term economic outlook “has worsened noticeably” as the war with Iran continues to push oil and consumer prices higher, according to the latest economic forecast by the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization, released Friday. The…
20 years in the making: County purchases Honolulu Landing property
Published: May 15, 2026 10:05
Hawaii County Mayor Kimo Alameda announced Thursday that after more than two decades of advocacy, the 364-acre coastal Puna property known as Honolulu Landing had been acquired by the county for preservation. The post 20 years in the making: County…
Funds allocated for Waimea emergency center
Published: May 15, 2026 10:05
Plans for a new community emergency response center in Waimea are one step closer to becoming a reality after $5 million was allocated for the project in the state budget. The post Funds allocated for Waimea emergency center appeared first on Hawaii…
Permit granted for Falls on Fire festival in Papaikou
Published: May 15, 2026 10:05
The controversial Burning Man-inspired festival known as “Falls on Fire” can continue to be held in Papaikou after the Hawaii County Windward Planning Commission voted 4-1 on Thursday in favor of issuing a special use permit clearing the way for the event…
Feds charge Washington man for throwing large rock at monk seal on Maui
Published: May 15, 2026 01:37
A 38-year old Washington man is facing federal criminal charges for throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal known as “Lani” in Lahaina May 5. The post Feds charge Washington man for throwing large rock at monk seal on Maui appeared first on…
Homeless count dips slightly on Big Island
Published: May 14, 2026 10:05
The number of people experiencing homelessness in Hawaii County dropped slightly over the past two years, according to data released Wednesday by a group of social service agencies. The post Homeless count dips slightly on Big Island appeared first on…
Hawaii National Guard to close Hilo Job Challenge Academy
Published: May 14, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii National Guard will be closing the Hawaii Job Challenge Academy in Hilo following the current class graduation on May 22 due to federal budget cuts. The post Hawaii National Guard to close Hilo Job Challenge Academy appeared first on Hawaii…
‘Cot sleeping program’ being expanded to West Hawaii
Published: May 14, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii County Office of Housing and Community Development issued a request for proposals on Monday to establish an “emergency cot sleeping program” in West Hawaii. The post ‘Cot sleeping program’ being expanded to West Hawaii appeared first on Hawaii…
Hawaii sticks with its mail-in voting system despite Trump’s order
Published: May 14, 2026 10:05
Hawaii officials say they plan to follow state law requiring mail-in voting this year while lawsuits proceed over President Donald Trump’s executive order that critics say would give the federal government unprecedented control over U.S. elections despite…
Hawaii lawmakers pave way for regular Young Brothers rate hikes
Published: May 14, 2026 10:05
Interisland cargo rates at Hawaii’s regulated monopoly service provider Young Brothers Ltd. could be going up in July after a 26% hike approved in November. The post Hawaii lawmakers pave way for regular Young Brothers rate hikes appeared first on Hawaii…