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Final 3 council races decided: Enriquez, Rodenhurst, Aki emerge victorious
Published: November 5, 2026 10:13
Despite three tight races in the Hawaii County Council general election runoffs on Tuesday, none were close enough to trigger an automatic recount. The post Final 3 council races decided: Enriquez, Rodenhurst, Aki emerge victorious appeared first on Hawaii…
More details unveiled about proposed Volcano healthcare clinic
Published: November 5, 2026 10:11
A 13.7-acre lot in Volcano has been identified as a potential site for a new health clinic to serve the rural community, which currently does not have local medical facilities. The post More details unveiled about proposed Volcano healthcare clinic…
Ex-volunteer firefighter’s lawsuit against the county proceeds
Published: November 5, 2026 10:05
Just over five years after Elizabeth Stabo was severely burned while helping to combat a brushfire in Ka‘u, a lawsuit she filed against the Hawaii Fire Department and its leadership at the time is moving forward. The post Ex-volunteer firefighter’s lawsuit…
Hawaii voters support RISE bonds
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Published: November 5, 2026 07:50
Voters weighing in on the two statewide constitutional amendments on the ballot Tuesday overwhelmingly supported bonds for infrastructure development. The post Hawaii voters support RISE bonds appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Army proposes ending leases on state lands ahead of expiration
Published: November 4, 2026 10:05
The Army has proposed officially terminating its leases on several parcels of state land, including in Makua Valley on Oahu and parts of Pohakuloa on Hawaii Island. The post Army proposes ending leases on state lands ahead of expiration appeared first on…
Narrow victories in Hawaii County Council races
Published: November 4, 2026 08:10
Three Hawaii County Council candidates won tight races in general election runoffs today and assume their seats as county lawmakers on Dec.7. The post Narrow victories in Hawaii County Council races appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Gov. Green wins re-election by resounding margin
Published: November 4, 2026 06:44
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green handily won reelection Tuesday, defeating the Republican ticket of Gary Cordery and running mate Daniel Anthony by a record margin to secure a second four-year term. The post Gov. Green wins re-election by resounding margin appeared…
Ed Case, Jill Tokuda win re-election to the U.S. House
Published: November 4, 2026 06:35
U.S. Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda easily won re-election today as part of a nationwide blue wave tsunami that will see a return of Democratic control of both the U.S. House and U.S. Senate when the next Congress is sworn this coming January. The post Ed…
League of Women Voters challenges legislative loophole on blank bills
Published: November 3, 2026 10:11
The Hawaii Supreme Court is being asked to put a damper on a common practice at the Legislature that allows state lawmakers to skirt a deadline for introducing bills each year. The post League of Women Voters challenges legislative loophole on blank bills…
PUC collects public feedback regarding HECO’s reliability
Published: November 3, 2026 10:09
The state Public Utilities Commission is hosting a series of public meetings across the state about the reliability of Hawaiian Electric Company’s services following large outages caused by recent storms. The post PUC collects public feedback regarding…
Changes planned following fracas at UH Hilo
Published: November 3, 2026 10:07
Officials at the University of Hawaii at Hilo and the state Department of Education have reviewed an affray that occurred Oct. 17 on the university campus at a conference intended to inspire Pacific Islander teens to succeed in college, careers and…
Hilo sets a few heat records despite abundant rain
Published: November 3, 2026 10:05
Amidst heavy recent rainfall on the windward side of the Big Island, Hilo International Airport reported record-high temperatures on three days. The post Hilo sets a few heat records despite abundant rain appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
State warns of whale carcass pieces floating off the Kona Coast
Published: November 3, 2026 10:05
State officials are warning the public of possible encounters with pieces of decomposing whale carcass off of the Kona Coast. The post State warns of whale carcass pieces floating off the Kona Coast appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Economic woes have residents leaving Hawaii, delaying retirement
Published: November 2, 2026 10:09
For 38 years, Julie Gabot has cleaned hotel rooms and worked additional jobs to help support her family. The post Economic woes have residents leaving Hawaii, delaying retirement appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
‘Race the Sun’ redux: Konawaena High solar car team returns to scene of 1990 triumph
Published: November 2, 2026 10:07
In November 1990, the Konawaena High School solar car team became the first high school team to officially finish the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, the world’s largest solar car race. The post ‘Race the Sun’ redux: Konawaena High solar car team…
Reusable food containers program kicks off in Hilo
Published: November 1, 2026 10:08
Hilo residents may have noticed large metal trash can-like bins being installed around town in recent weeks. The post Reusable food containers program kicks off in Hilo appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Alaska Air lays off 200 workers as fuel costs continue to climb
Published: November 1, 2026 10:07
Facing a potential $700 million loss driven by record fuel costs, Alaska Air Group will cut 200 management jobs, including 48 in Hawaii, as it seeks to reduce overhead and streamline operations. The post Alaska Air lays off 200 workers as fuel costs…
FEMA denies individual aid to hurricane victims
Published: November 1, 2026 10:06
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is denying individual assistance to residents still reeling from Hurricane Lala in August and Hurricane Lowell in September. The post FEMA denies individual aid to hurricane victims appeared first on Hawaii…
High court suspends Hilo attorney
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Published: November 1, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii Supreme Court on Friday entered an order immediately and indefinitely suspending Hilo attorney Charles Michael Heaukulani from the practice of law in the State of Hawaii for his failure to cooperate with six pending disciplinary investigations.…
County hires Aton as recovery officer
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Published: November 1, 2026 10:05
The county on Friday announced the hiring of Kanani Aton as recovery officer. The post County hires Aton as recovery officer appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Kealakehe HS goes into lockdown after call to dispatch
Published: November 1, 2026 10:05
Police are investigating a terroristic threatening incident at Kealakehe High School on Friday afternoon. The post Kealakehe HS goes into lockdown after call to dispatch appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Iconic Hilo museum is ‘back full-time’
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Published: November 1, 2026 10:05
The Pacific Tsunami Museum in downtown Hilo is again open seven days a week with paid staffers after a stormy sail through dire financial straits. The post Iconic Hilo museum is ‘back full-time’ appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Volcano Watch: A glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano
Published: November 1, 2026 10:05
Submarine volcanoes are enigmatic and mysterious because they are cloaked by the overlying ocean, yet their activity represents 75% of Earth’s volcanism. The post Volcano Watch: A glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano appeared first on Hawaii…
Why some people are paying to make friends
Published: October 31, 2026 10:07
Last year, Alexandra Pitzer paid $290 to meet a group of strangers. The post Why some people are paying to make friends appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Aloha, Warriors legend: June Jones, Hawaii’s winningest football coach, dies at 73
Published: October 30, 2026 10:09
Former University of Hawaii football coach June Jones was remembered for his innovative coaching, bold marketing and quiet generosity. The post Aloha, Warriors legend: June Jones, Hawaii’s winningest football coach, dies at 73 appeared first on Hawaii…
Hurricane suppresses Hawaii tourism in September
Published: October 30, 2026 10:07
Hawaii’s visitor industry lost momentum in September as hurricanes disrupted travel, shortened vacations and dealt a major blow to Kauai’s tourism sector. The post Hurricane suppresses Hawaii tourism in September appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Portuguese Chamber of Commerce to host Founders Gala
Published: October 30, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii Island Portuguese Chamber of Commerce next week will host its 2026 Founders Gala, which recognizes the generosity of local businesses and the contribution of numerous organizations and individuals to the sharing of Hawaii’s Portuguese culture.…
Two Kealakehe High grads honored as U.S. Presidential Scholars
Published: October 29, 2026 20:45
HONOLULU — Two 2026 graduates from Kealakehe High School, Daniel Chen and Zachariah Smith, have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars. The post Two Kealakehe High grads honored as U.S. Presidential Scholars appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Next ‘Green Fee’ projects to involve more public input
Published: October 29, 2026 10:11
A more engaging level of public input is being sought to influence a second round of Hawaii “Green Fee” projects to be selected for around $200 million in state funding. The post Next ‘Green Fee’ projects to involve more public input appeared first on…
Progress made on Naʻalehu Cemetery recovery effort
Published: October 29, 2026 10:09
Hawaii County is encouraging family members of those laid to rest at Na‘alehu Cemetery to submit a claim by Monday for recovered funerary items. The post Progress made on Naʻalehu Cemetery recovery effort appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Council bills aim to put spotlight on island’s history, culture
Published: October 29, 2026 10:07
Two Hawaii County Council measures aimed at highlighting Hawaii Island history and culture are moving forward after receiving support from lawmakers at a meeting last week. Bills 199 and 200 would establish a historic place marker program and a mo‘olelo…
County seeks removal of destroyed buildings in downtown Hilo
Published: October 28, 2026 10:09
Hawaii County sent letters last month to two downtown Hilo property owners whose buildings were destroyed by a fire late last year, notifying them they are required by law to remove the debris from their properties or face stiff fines for noncompliance.…
Hawaii’s delegation intervenes in Kamehameha Schools case
Published: October 28, 2026 10:07
Hawaii’s congressional delegation is backing Kamehameha Schools in its legal fight over the institution’s admissions preference for Native Hawaiian students, arguing that Congress has both the constitutional authority and a longstanding trust…
Water department to waive charges for customers in storm-damaged Ka‘u
Published: October 28, 2026 10:05
The Hawaii County Department of Water Supply’s board voted Tuesday to waive charges for its customers in the Wai‘ohinu-Na‘alehu service area for the most recent bi-monthly billing period due to infrastructure damage caused by Hurricane Lala. The post Water…
Volcano residents hopeful about prospects for a health clinic
Published: October 27, 2026 10:09
For years, Volcano residents have had to travel to other towns to access healthcare services. The post Volcano residents hopeful about prospects for a health clinic appeared first on Hawaii Tribune-Herald.
Trial set in lawsuit over fallen banyan tree that killed two women in Hilo
Published: October 27, 2026 10:07
A jury trial has been scheduled for September 2027 in the wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of two women killed last year when a massive banyan tree on Kilauea Avenue in Hilo uprooted and collapsed. The post Trial set in lawsuit over fallen banyan…
Law takes aim at illicit foreign ahi imports
Published: October 27, 2026 10:05
A new federal law aimed at detecting undisclosed foreign imports of ahi and red snapper being sold as a domestic product may benefit Hawaii’s fishing industry and consumers. The post Law takes aim at illicit foreign ahi imports appeared first on Hawaii…