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Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture receives nearly $400,000 for pesticide enforcement
Federal grant money will be used to support two inspectors and one chemist position with the State of Hawaiʻi.
DOH announces recipient of 2026 Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award on World AIDS Day
The Hawai‘i Department of Health, Harm Reduction Services Branch has named Peter Tuiolosega Silva as the recipient of the 2026 Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award. Silva is being honored for his outstanding contributions to HIV services in Hawai‘i.
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Free Veterans Day Ceremony, Picnic and Freedom Ride, Nov. 11
The Maui County Veterans Council invites the Maui community to attend the 2026 Veterans Day Ceremony and Community Picnic on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at War Memorial Gymnasium in Wailuku.
Council narrowly rejects resolutions to rezone condos as hotels for continued transient vacation rental use
The Maui County Council voted 5-4 on Friday against sending hotel-zoning proposals for four oceanfront condominium complexes in West Maui and Māʻalaea to the Maui Planning Commission, rejecting the last four properties Council Chair Alice Lee had sought to add to the referral process.
Clemson takes two-shot lead in Kā‘anapali Classic by OUTRIGGER
With heavy rain forecast for Maui next week, coaches moved up the opening round of the 2026 Kāʻanapali Classic by OUTRIGGER to Sunday. Clemson made the most of it.
UH Mānoa launches new Center for Ocean Policy, bridging science and law
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is launching a new Center for Ocean Policy, partnering its law school and oceanography department with support from The Healy Foundation to address pressing marine and climate challenges through interdisciplinary education, research, and policy advocacy.
Leilani’s on the Beach recognizes Abraham ‘Snake’ Ah Hee as its 2026 Pioneers of Surfing Honoree
Leilani’s On the Beach recognized Abraham “Snake” Ah Hee as its 2026 Pioneers of Surfing honoree during a private award presentation at the restaurant on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Maui’s Reagan James Miles wins Klipper Amateur by five shots on Oʻahu
Reagan James Miles of Kīhei won the 2026 Klipper Amateur at Marine Corps Base Hawaiʻi Oct. 22-24 on Oʻahu.
Nearly $4.4M federal grant expands college pathways for Hawaiʻi Island students
The seven-year Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP) Hawaiʻi Island Partnership Project will run through 2032, supporting students from seven target schools in Kohala, Honokaʻa, Keaʻau, Kaʻū and Pāhoa. The highly competitive federal program awarded only 19 partnership grants this year.
Ask the Candidates – Maui County Mayor
This special segment focuses on the Maui mayor’s race, featuring discussion on important issues facing Maui County voters. The race features incumbent Mayor Richard Bissen, who is seeking reelection to a second term, and Maui County Council Vice Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura, who is vying for the County’s top government job.
Flood Watch issued through Thursday as trough moves over Hawaiian Islands
A trough moving over the state should bring abundant tropical moisture and is expected to remain nearly stationary for a few days. Heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms are possible, potentially leading to flooding across all islands.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Center urges protection of an endangered native species during Bat Week
Despite being rarely seen, the Hawaiian horary bat plays an important role in the islands’ ecosystems by contributing to the health and balance of the environment.
Two new exhibits, with art by the late kuma hula Nālani kanakaʻole, at Bishop Museum on Oʻahu
Fifteen new pieces have been added to an exhibit featuring a family of artists, including the late kumu hula Nālani Kanakaʻole, who passed away on Jan. 3.
Hawai‘i reaffirms commitment to preserving survivor benefits for foster youth
The Hawai‘i Department of Human Services today announced the state’s ongoing commitment to protecting Social Security survivor and disability benefits for children in foster care — reaffirming a policy shift made in 2023 to ensure that these funds belong to the youth they were intended to support.
After 40 years of ocean exploration, Pisces V will embark on its final mission at Bishop Museum
The deep-sea, three-person submersible revolutionized oceanography and made more dives of Hawaiʻi’s active underwater volcano than any other vessel.
UH Cancer Center receives $2.5 million grant to expand cancer care statewide
Funding from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust advances the Ka ʻUmeke Lama initiative and establishes Hawaiʻi’s first in-state oncology fellowship.
Update: Piʻilani Highway motorcycle accident claims the life of 37-year-old Kīhei man
A 37-year-old Kīhei man suffered fatal injuries in a motorcycle accident Friday night on Piʻilani Highway near the intersection of Kaonoulu Street. The incident was reported at 7:34 p.m. on Oct. 23, 2026.
Hawaiian Lifeguard Association establishes historic international partnership
The partnership represents a shared commitment to advancing lifesaving education, professional development, research, and international cooperation to better protect residents and visitors in island communities.
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In West Maui, Democrat-turned-Republican defends House seat against Lahaina Strong organizer, local business advocate
Incumbent Rep. Elle Cochran, Green Party candidate Pā’ele Kiakona and Democratic nominee Sne Patel are battling to represent West Maui at a pivotal time in the fire recovery.
Daniel Volpe selected as Fire Chief for the Hawaiʻi Fire Department
The County of Hawaiʻi Fire Commission voted to select Daniel Volpe as the next Fire Chief for the Hawaiʻi Fire Department (HFD).
