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Southwest Plans Hawai‘i Non-Stop Service From 4 California Airports
Southwest Airlines today shared more details in the carrier’s service plans for Hawaiʻi by announcing initial gateway cities in California…
Potential Volcanic Hazards Prompt Closure of 15,688 Acres at Kīlauea
Due to the possibility of a new eruption and geologic activity, park management closed more than 15,000 acres near Kīlauea Volcano’s Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō vent to the ocean
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New Admiral to Lead Coast Guard 14th District
The Coast Guard 14th District held a change of command ceremony bidding farewell to Rear Adm. Vincent B. Atkins and welcoming Rear Adm. Brian K. Penoyer.
Kīhei Man Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Crash with Garbage Truck
A 33-year-old man from Kīhei, Maui sustained life-threatening injuries in a crash Wednesday morning on North Kīhei Road.
Maui Police Plan Cinco de Mayo Impaired Driving Enforcement
Starting Friday and continuing through the weekend, the Maui police will increase impaired driving enforcement in conjunction with the Cinco de Mayo holiday.
BREAKING: Agencies Mobilize for Possible Volcanic Eruption in Lower Puna
County, State and Federal agencies are preparing for a possible eruption amid continuous earthquakes along the East Rift Zone of Kīlauea Volcano.
Hawai‘i Ingredient Ban on Sunscreen and Pesticides, First in Nation if Signed
If signed into law, Hawai‘i will become the first state in the nation to ban the sale of all sunscreens that contain oxybenzone and octinoxate, and the first…
Kīhei Man Missing as Family Faces Eviction
Maui police are seeking help in locating Paul John Enns of Kīhei who went missing amid reports of possible emotional distress as his family faces eviction.
Maui Police Issue 1,211 Citations During Distracted Driver Enforcement
1,211 citations were issued including 554 for distracted driving, during an enforcement campaign targeting violators of the mobile electronic device law.
Moana to Premiere in ‘Olelo Hawai‘i at World Oceans Day
The ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi-version of Disney’s Moana will premiere at World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 10, at Ko Olina Resort.
Increased Earthquake Activity Below Kīlauea Volcano Means Outbreak of Lava Possible
While it is not possible to predict where an outbreak could occur, the area east of Puʻu Oʻo is a possible location.
No Tsunami After 4.2 Quake On South Flank of Kīlauea
There was no tsunami threat after an early morning earthquake on the South Flank of the Kilauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island.
80-Footer is Biggest Wave Ever Surfed in History
Also…Ian Walsh’s incredible barrel ride at the 2018 Pe’ahi Challenge earned him the Ride of the Year award, and Tube of the Year Award for the same wave.
Work From Hawai‘i Week-Long Residencies Offered to New Yorkers
Inspired by this “workforce on the move” Hawaiʻi Tourism United States will launch a pilot residency program in the islands in September.
Maui Senators Move on Pesticides and Oxybenzone Bills
Senate Bill 2571 bans the sale, offer of sale, or distribution in the State of any sunscreen that contains oxybenzone or octinoxate without a prescription…
Visitation to Hawai‘i Volcanoes Creates $166 Million in Economic Benefits
Park Superintendent Cindy Orlando said it’s interesting to compare the eruptive patterns of Hawai‘i’s volcanoes, and align that to increased visitation.
Dive Float Found Adrift Near Aston Paki Maui in Lahaina
The Coast Guard is seeking the public’s help identifying the owner of an adrift dive float and flag found Thursday morning off Aston Paki Maui in Lahaina.
BREAKING: Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim Medevaced to O‘ahu as Precaution
Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim has been medevaced to The Queens Medical Center in Honolulu as a precautionary measure after experiencing chest pains…
Southwest Plans to Serve Four Hawai‘i Airports
After talk of a much anticipated expansion into the Hawaiʻi market, Southwest Airlines today unveiled plans to serve four Hawaiʻi airports, including Kahului.
UHMC Celebrates Kalāhou—“The New Day”
UHMC hosted Kalāhou, or “The New Day,” Wednesday, April 25, at 11:45 a.m. at the Great Lawn, followed by a grand lū‘au at the Pā‘ina building at 1 p.m.
