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UH-Hilo professor leads Hawaiʻi’s effort in $13.5M federal aquaculture consortium
The university has been selected as one of five core members of a new national seafood research consortium backed by federal funding. June 12, 2026 · 05:00am
Tokuda urges Postal Service to withdraw proposal allowing direct mail delivery of handguns
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UPDATE: Paving maintenance, repairs for runway at Hilo International Airport set for tonight
The work is part of the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation’s ongoing efforts to maintain the runway and improve takeoff and taxiway operations at the airport.
Tokuda urges Postal Service to withdraw proposal allowing direct mail delivery of handguns
According to the FBI and data collected by Everytown Research & Policy, firearms are currently the leading cause of death among children, and handguns represent the main weapon used in assaults against law enforcement officers.
Hawaiʻi Lodging & Tourism Association to honor hospitality industry’s finest
Hawaiʻi Island Chapter will host inaugural No Ka ʻOi Hospitality Awards on Monday, June 15, celebrating individuals whose dedication helps create memorable visitor experiences while strengthening one of the island’s most important economic drivers.
Trump Administration continues attacks on pristine Pacific marine monuments
President signs new proclamation to open Mau and Ho‘omalu Zones of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, Islands Unit of Mariana Trench Marine National Monument and Rose Atoll Marine National Monument to commercial fishing.
Kaimana Scholarship recipients to be honored by Hawai‘i Medical Service Association
The 15 high school seniors students awarded throughout the state will each receive $5,000 in financial assistance; all to be honored during special event June 14 on Oʻahu.
UH-Hilo professor leads Hawaiʻi’s effort in $13.5M federal aquaculture consortium
The university has been selected as one of five core members of a new national seafood research consortium backed by federal funding.
Volcano Watch: Remembering the 1926 Mauna Loa eruption a century later
This eruption is most remembered for the destruction of Ho‘ōpūloa village, a few miles north of Miloliʻi Bay.
FEMA approves more than $2.2M to help communities in Hawai‘i, Arizona recover from recent disasters
Hawai’i receives about $1.4 million in Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant funding from the federal government in response to damages and other impacts because of the back-to-back kona low storms in March; deadline to apply for assistance quickly approaching.
Nā Leo TV launches islandwide community listening tour
“E Hoʻolohe Kākou – Let Us All Listen” kicks off Friday, June 19, in Hilo; attendees are encouraged to share their perspectives about local news and information needs, community storytelling, emergency communications, media training and the role Nā Leo TV can play in supporting youth and creative careers on the island.
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News briefs for June 4: L&L Texas, free Toyota, provisional licenses, bad cheese bread and food philanthropy
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 5-11: National Donut Day, Puna Taiko Summer Festival, ‘Songs of the Sea’ and more
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Maui Now
Three dead adult coconut rhinoceros beetles collected from detection traps in Waikapū, Maui
Three dead adult coconut rhinoceros beetles (CRB) were collected from two detection traps in Waikapū by staff from the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity late Thursday afternoon on June 4, 2026.
Suspect arrested in connection with vehicle theft from Maui couple on Hāna Hwy
Officers arrested a 34-year-old Kahului man at approximately 2:20 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2026, on a $100,000 arrest warrant in conjunction with the June 10 robbery of a Maui couple on Hāna Highway. Police say the arrest was in addition to other warrants of arrests, totaling $320,000. The suspect currently remains in police custody as the investigation is ongoing.
Video evidence surfaces in Waiehu Beach Road assault investigation
Maui police have launched a second degree assault investigation into an incident that occurred near 270 Waiehu Beach Road in Wailuku. Police say an individual was arrested on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, and subsequently released pending further investigation.
Section of South Kīhei Road in North Kīhei reopens after storm-repair work
Storm-related repairs on a section of South Kīhei Road in North Kīhei were completed ahead of schedule, allowing the stretch between Ohukai Road and Kūlanihākoʻi Street to reopen Wednesday, June 10, 2026, according to the County of Maui Department of Public Works (DPW).
Barros steps down as HIEMA administrator, David Lopez assumes day-to-day operations
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA) will undergo a leadership transition on July 1, 2026, as Administrator James Barros steps down from his role and David Lopez assumes responsibility for the agency’s day-to-day operations as the new HIEMA administrator.
Kaua‘i Now
More than 41K Hawai‘i residents join Schatz statewide telephone town hall
U.S. senator answered questions about rising costs, federal funding, housing, health care, among others.
Hirono, Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i host 10th annual Hawai‘i on the Hill
Members of the Hawai‘i business community again had the opportunity to showcase their businesses and products, meet directly with congressional leaders and share the aloha spirit with members of U.S. Congress and District of Columbia community.
Crews to install speed table to enhance road safety on Hauiki Road next week
Lane closures will impact drivers on Hauiki Road in Kapaʻa from June 15-17 as Maui Kūpono Builders install a speed table.
Trump attempts to allow commercial fishing in protected Pacific Ocean marine zone
President signs new proclamation to open Mau and Ho‘omalu Zones of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, Islands Unit of Mariana Trench Marine National Monument and Rose Atoll Marine National Monument to commercial fishing.
