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Hawaiian Electric started work this week to replace wooden poles with steel and composite fiberglass on a key stretch of Honoapi'ilani Highway that it calls the "first targeted area of critical pole hardening." May 23, 2026 · 06:24am
Hoʻonani Village project recommended for first reading passage by full Council; calls for deferral set aside
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‘Flip Flop Shops’ opens at Whalers Village on Maui
Whalers Village welcomed Flip Flop Shops to its oceanfront collection of retailers, with a grand opening celebration held Saturday, April 18. Locally owned and operated, the new store offers a curated selection of premium casual footwear.
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui Celebrates Successful 24th Annual Maui Matsuri Festival
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui successfully hosted the 24th Annual Maui Matsuri Japanese Festival, May 23, at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College, bringing together the Maui community for a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture, tradition and friendship.
Statewide ‘Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai’ coastal restoration day, June 6
The Department of Land and Natural Resources – Division of Aquatic Resources invites people on all islands to join in the Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai on June 6, 2026. As part of the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana, this event serves as a day of collective action to mālama the shorelines, waterways and community spaces that sustain life in Hawaiʻi. Two events are already planned on Maui including a dune restoration project at Kapukaulua (Baldwin Beach Park) on June 5, 2026; and a World Ocean Day event at Stable Road in Spreckelsville on June 6, 2026.
Annual memorial ride honors lives lost on Maui’s roads and raises awareness for safer streets for all
Despite challenging weather conditions including strong winds and rain, the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence brought together riders, community leaders, advocates, public agencies, and volunteers on Saturday, May 23, to honor cyclists lost on Maui’s roads and raise awareness for safer streets for all.
Mayor Richard Bissen bringing Holomua Kākou back to Molokaʻi, other rural communities
Mayor Richard Bissen is bringing Holomua Kākou back to Molokaʻi on Monday, June 29, and Tuesday, June 30, 2026, as part of his ongoing effort to take County government directly to Maui County’s rural communities.
Coast Guard searching for overdue boater off Oʻahu
The Coast Guard is searching for an overdue boater west of Oʻahu. A good Samaritan found a partially sunken vessel matching the description of the missing man’s boat about 18 miles west of Waiʻanae at about 9:30 a.m. Sunday, May 24, 2026.
Lane closures on Puʻunēnē Avenue for striping work, May 26-29
One lane of Puʻunēnē will be closed between Wākea Avenue and Kūihelani Highway from Tuesday, May 26 to Friday, May 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. for striping work.
Attorney General Lopez provides biweekly update on public corruption investigation
Since the last update, the department’s Special Investigation and Prosecution Division (SIPD) continues to review records, conduct interviews and evaluate information obtained through subpoenas.
Hawaiʻi-Japan Sister Summit strengthens partnerships, sets new collaborative priorities
The 2026 Hawaiʻi–Japan Sister Summit concluded yesterday at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikīkī Beach Resort, bringing together more than 350 participants – including nearly 30 governors, vice governors and mayors – from Hawaiʻi and Japan – for dialogue, cultural exchange and policy collaboration.
Green makes several board and commission appointments, including Freitas to UH Board of Regents
Gov. Josh Green announced several appointments and interim appointments to state boards and commissions, including the appointment of Makai Freitas to the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents.
Facility upgrades proposed for Mākena State Park on Maui
In June, the DLNR Division of State Parks will submit to the Maui Planning Commission a proposal for phased construction that is aimed at improving the overall beach experience at the popular Mākena State Park.
Hoʻonani Village project recommended for first reading passage by full Council; calls for deferral set aside
A Maui County Council committee voted 5-1 Wednesday to recommend passage of two land use bills that would clear the way for the proposed Hoʻonani Village mixed-use development on former sugarcane fields near Kahului Airport, overriding deferral recommendations from three county departments with concerns about infrastructure shortfalls.
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No tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after 6.8 earthquake strikes northern Chile
A significant 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Chile's coast at 11:52 a.m. Authorities confirm there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi.
Animal rescued after fire rips through Honokaʻa apartment unit Sunday night
A late-night fire at the Hale Hauʻoli Apartments in Honokaʻa caused extensive damage to one unit, but firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control and rescued a pet.
3 assistant professors on Big Island among University of Hawaiʻi faculty honored for excellence
University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo assistant professors Kekoa Harman and Elisabeth “Lis” Gallant, and Hawaiʻi Community College assistant professor Pele Kaio are among the 25 honorees this year.
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No tsunami threat to the state after 6.8 quake strikes northern Chile
A significant 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Chile's coast. Authorities confirm there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi.
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative among the highest in state for renewable energy generation in 2025
KIUC continues to be well ahead of the State of Hawaiʻi requirement of 40% renewable by 2030, and on track to meet the mandated 100% renewable by 2045.
Filipino American veteran reflects on Gulf War, Hurricane Iniki service ahead of Memorial Day
Kauaʻi resident Glenn Victa, an Army veteran of Filipino descent, reflects on his military journey from the Gulf War to humanitarian missions, highlighting his deep connection to his heritage and love for the U.S. this Memorial Day.
Case, Tokuda introduce measure to crack down on interstate trafficking of illegal fireworks
US Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi introduced proposed legislation to crack down on illegal fireworks by allowing prosecutors to pursue money laundering charges against criminals moving illegal fireworks across state lines.
Big Island community shaken by magnitude of damage caused by major earthquake
Homes were rattled off their foundations, cracks appeared in walls, windows were broken, giant boulders blocked residents in, stone walls collapsed, power went out and more following the magnitude-6.0 temblor just before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22.












