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Glow, spatter and short overflows: Kīlauea begins to gear up for historic Episode 48 fountaining
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the window for the next lava fountaining episode of the ongoing episodic eruption that began Dec. 23, 2024, is now between Saturday, May 30, and Monday, June 1. May 30, 2026 · 08:49pm
News briefs for May 31: Outdoors Expo, improv auditions, assistance available, Chicky Tendies, L&L milestone and more
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News briefs for May 31: Outdoors Expo, improv auditions, assistance available, Chicky Tendies, L&L milestone and more
A quick look at news from throughout the state and around the Big Island.
Community input sought on project to protect natural area reserve in Kohala
As Hawaiʻi trends drier and hotter, protection of Kohala’s native forest becomes “increasingly pivotal.”
Glow, spatter and short overflows: Kīlauea begins to gear up for historic Episode 48 fountaining
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the window for the next lava fountaining episode of the ongoing episodic eruption that began Dec. 23, 2024, is now between Saturday, May 30, and Monday, June 1.
Hawai‘i Island police officially charge 36-year-old Jacob Daniel Baker with several counts of murder
Baker now faces one count of first-degree murder and three counts of second-degree murder, which are directly connected with the killings of 69-year-old Robert Shine, 79-year-old Chitta Morse and 69-year-old John Carse, all from Puna; he remains behind bars and police said will not be eligible for release even if he was able to make bail for the initial property crime charges he also faces.
University of Hawaiʻi regents to consider Syrmos as next chancellor for flagship Mānoa campus
Current University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa interim provost has more than 30 years of higher education leadership experience, having been a faculty member for 35 years at the campus’ College of Engineering and serving 12 years as University of Hawaiʻi vice president for research and innovation and 8 years as associate Mānoa campus vice chancellor.
State flow of resources made visible with new Hawaiʻi Funding Project
Hawaiʻi Funding Project pulls from disparate funding and data sources, providing access to visualizations and data to explore funding at the most relevant and useful depth; it is a direct response to questions about federal funding disruptions early in 2025.
News briefs for May 30: Town hall, water polo, Pacific Music Institute, grazing land, Hilo Brewfest, Kona Tax Office and more
A quick look at news happening throughout the state and around the Big Island.
Catch of day during Kauaʻi Mother’s Day fishing outing is seabird in distress saved by teen sailor
The family holiday celebration became an unexpected wildlife rescue when Hawaiʻi Technology Academy student and Kauaʻi Sailing Association member Xavier Prentice bravely swam out and retrieved the struggling juvenile koaʻe kea, inspiring his community to better protect native Hawaiian birds.
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News briefs for May 31: Outdoors Expo, improv auditions, assistance available, Chicky Tendies, L&L milestone and more
A quick look at news from throughout the state and around the Big Island.
News briefs for May 30: Town hall, water polo, Pacific Music Institute, grazing land, Hilo Brewfest, Kona Tax Office and more
A quick look at news happening throughout the state and around the Big Island.
Public invited to attend Hawaiʻi 4-H summer livestock shows throughout islands
These events are a fun way for the community to support Hawaiʻi’s next generation of agricultural leaders while learning more about the importance of livestock production and youth development programs.
Ironman 70.3 races into West Hawai‘i this weekend; motorists urged to plan accordingly
All three of the traditional triathlon stages are included — swimming, biking and running — and drivers should expect slowing down on a portion of Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway that racers will take on their way toward Hāwī.
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Maui Surf Forecast for May 31, 2026
Large surf associated with a long-period south-southwest swell will maintain through the weekend for exposed south-facing shores. The swell will gradually begin...
Celebrate Fourth of July with Country-Pop music sensation Dasha at the Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
This Independence Day, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua invites guests and residents alike to an evening of live music, community and celebration at the Aloha Garden Pavilion. Headlining the festivities is country-pop sensation Dasha
Op-Ed: Tips to support respiratory health for Hawaiʻi residents
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects people of all ages, including many families across Hawaiʻi. Managing asthma in the islands can be especially important due to environmental factors such as humidity, seasonal pollen, trade winds, and volcanic emissions that can affect air quality. With May being National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, now is an important time to understand how to recognize symptoms and take steps to manage asthma effectively.
Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset to host presentation on wildfire recovery efforts, June 2
A Lahaina native and community leader will be the featured speaker at next week's Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting to discuss ongoing efforts to help wildfire survivors rebuild their lives.
Maui chef Sheldon Simeon brings local flavors to Hawaiian Airlines’ new onboard menu
Maui restaurateur Sheldon Simeon, a James Beard Award finalist and "Top Chef" contestant, has designed a new main cabin meal program for Hawaiian Airlines that launches July 1 on most flights between Hawaiʻi and the US continent.
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Pacific community, government leaders come together to strengthen ties, advance ocean protection efforts
“This is a great moment for us. This is a seed that has been planted to reconnect,” said Ludovic Burns Tuki with Koro Nui o te Vaikava o Rapa Nui, the ocean council of Rapa Nui. “This is the union between the Pacific, the biggest country connected by our blood.”
36-year-old Jacob Daniel Baker officially charged by Hawai‘i Island police with several counts of murder
Baker now faces one count of first-degree murder and three counts of second-degree murder, which are directly connected with the killings of 69-year-old Robert Shine, 79-year-old Chitta Morse and 69-year-old John Carse, all from Puna; he remains behind bars and police said will not be eligible for release even if he was able to make bail for the initial property crime charges he also faces.
Kilauea gearing up for historic Episode 48 fountaining with strong glow, spatter and other precursor activity
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the window for the next lava fountaining episode of the ongoing episodic eruption on the Big Island that began Dec. 23, 2024, is now between Saturday, May 30, and Monday, June 1.
