Year: 2026

Hawaiʻi’s Cost Of Living Is High. But There’s Another Huge Problem A recent UH report likens Hawaiʻi’s economy to that of West Virginia — another place being “left behind.”

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/hawaiis-cost-of-living-is-high-but-theres-another-huge-problem/

Hawaiʻi Homeowners Need More Options To Get Rid Of All Cesspools By 2050 State lawmakers are taking up a bill this week that would create a low-interest loan program.

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/hawaii-homeowners-need-more-options-get-rid-cesspools-2050/

Smile, You’re On Camera: Sheriff Drones May Be Watching You In Waikīkī Drones are already used by law enforcement for special operations, but the program coming to Waikīkī marks a major increase in police surveillance and will be the first time Hawaiʻi uses drones as first responders.

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/waikiki-new-era-police-surveillance-drones/

BIIF hoops: Lady Warriors fall in first round at states; tonight’s BIIF boys championships set

February 4, 2026 0

GO COWBOYS...... First-seeded Kohala boys basketball advanced to tonight’s BIIF Division II Boys Basketball Championship after handling No. 4 Hawaii...

Tephra cleaup continues: Kilauea volcano’s recent episode made a mess of things

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/04/hawaii-news/tephra-cleaup-continues-kilauea-volcanos-recent-episode-made-a-mess-of-things/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news

Two Victims of Pueo Poi Factory Fire Identified

February 4, 2026 0

Two Victims of Pueo Poi Factory Fire Identified Hawai‘i Island police have identified the two women who died in the...

Group outlines spending plan for new climate change tax

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/04/hawaii-news/group-outlines-spending-plan-for-new-climate-change-tax/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news

Kealakehe High team wins $25K in contest

February 4, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/04/hawaii-news/kealakehe-high-team-wins-25k-in-contest/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news

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DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM KA ʻOIHANA HOʻOMOHALA PĀʻOIHANA, ʻIMI WAIWAI A HOʻOMĀKAʻIKAʻI

February 4, 2026 0

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM KA ʻOIHANA HOʻOMOHALA PĀʻOIHANA, ʻIMI WAIWAI A HOʻOMĀKAʻIKAʻI HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Tourism...

Dramatic Dashcam Video Shows Rescue On Busy Tennessee Interstate

February 3, 2026 0

Dramatic Dashcam Video Shows Rescue On Busy Tennessee Interstate A potentially devastating situation on a busy Tennessee interstate was turned...

State Agrees To Settle Case Over Prison Drug Withdrawal Death The settlement calls for a $600,000 payment to the estate of Brian Kimo O’Gorman after he suffered heart failure while withdrawing from methadone.

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/state-agrees-to-settle-case-over-prison-drug-withdrawal-death/

Oceanfront Lahaina Property Owners May Get Buyout In Updated Disaster Plan The county is seeking an amendment to create a voluntary buyout program with some of its $1.6 billion fire recovery grant from the feds.

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/oceanfront-lahaina-property-owners-may-get-buyout-in-updated-disaster-plan/

The State Capitol Is Buzzing About This Prominent Hawaiʻi Lawmaker Longtime Sen. Michelle Kidani may be leaving office early amid concerns about whether she is mentally fit.

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/02/state-capitol-buzzing-about-prominent-hawaii-lawmaker/

Big Island man sentenced to nearly six years in prison for housing credits scam

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/03/hawaii-news/big-island-man-sentenced-to-nearly-six-years-in-prison-for-housing-credits-scam/

Hilo man accused of hitting his father with a hammer, charged with second-degree attempted murder

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/03/hawaii-news/hilo-man-accused-of-hitting-his-father-with-a-hammer-charged-with-second-degree-attempted-murder/

Kealakehe Elementary breaks ground on $16M classroom building

February 3, 2026 0

https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2026/02/03/hawaii-news/kealakehe-elementary-breaks-ground-on-16m-classroom-building/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news

Student Artists Invited to Enter Water Supply’s 8th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest

February 2, 2026 0

Student Artists Invited to Enter Water Supply’s 8th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest HILO, HAWAI‘I – The Department of Water...

NOTICE OF TRAFFIC IMPACT AFFECTED AREA: KEA‘AU-PĀHOA ROAD (HWY 130) BETWEEN ‘AULI‘I STREET AND MAKU‘U DRIVE (6-7 MILE MARKERS); PĀHOA, PUNA

February 2, 2026 0

NOTICE OF TRAFFIC IMPACT AFFECTED AREA: KEA‘AU-PĀHOA ROAD (HWY 130) BETWEEN ‘AULI‘I STREET AND MAKU‘U DRIVE (6-7 MILE MARKERS); PĀHOA,...

Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children

February 2, 2026 0

Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children HAWAIʻI ISLAND — Vibrant...

Crossing Guard Carries Kids Across A Water-Soaked Chicago Street

February 2, 2026 0

Crossing Guard Carries Kids Across A Water-Soaked Chicago Street When a frigid morning took an unexpected turn, one Chicago crossing...

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Year: 2026

Hawaiʻi’s Cost Of Living Is High. But There’s Another Huge Problem A recent UH report likens Hawaiʻi’s economy to that of West Virginia — another place being “left behind.”

Hawaiʻi Homeowners Need More Options To Get Rid Of All Cesspools By 2050 State lawmakers are taking up a bill this week that would create a low-interest loan program.

Smile, You’re On Camera: Sheriff Drones May Be Watching You In Waikīkī Drones are already used by law enforcement for special operations, but the program coming to Waikīkī marks a major increase in police surveillance and will be the first time Hawaiʻi uses drones as first responders.

BIIF hoops: Lady Warriors fall in first round at states; tonight’s BIIF boys championships set

Tephra cleaup continues: Kilauea volcano’s recent episode made a mess of things

Two Victims of Pueo Poi Factory Fire Identified

Group outlines spending plan for new climate change tax

Kealakehe High team wins $25K in contest

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM KA ʻOIHANA HOʻOMOHALA PĀʻOIHANA, ʻIMI WAIWAI A HOʻOMĀKAʻIKAʻI

Dramatic Dashcam Video Shows Rescue On Busy Tennessee Interstate

State Agrees To Settle Case Over Prison Drug Withdrawal Death The settlement calls for a $600,000 payment to the estate of Brian Kimo O’Gorman after he suffered heart failure while withdrawing from methadone.

Oceanfront Lahaina Property Owners May Get Buyout In Updated Disaster Plan The county is seeking an amendment to create a voluntary buyout program with some of its $1.6 billion fire recovery grant from the feds.

The State Capitol Is Buzzing About This Prominent Hawaiʻi Lawmaker Longtime Sen. Michelle Kidani may be leaving office early amid concerns about whether she is mentally fit.

Big Island man sentenced to nearly six years in prison for housing credits scam

Hilo man accused of hitting his father with a hammer, charged with second-degree attempted murder

Kealakehe Elementary breaks ground on $16M classroom building

Student Artists Invited to Enter Water Supply’s 8th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest

NOTICE OF TRAFFIC IMPACT AFFECTED AREA: KEA‘AU-PĀHOA ROAD (HWY 130) BETWEEN ‘AULI‘I STREET AND MAKU‘U DRIVE (6-7 MILE MARKERS); PĀHOA, PUNA

Registration Opens February 23 for Kaukau 4 Keiki, Hawaiʻi Island’s Largest Summer Meal Program for Children

Crossing Guard Carries Kids Across A Water-Soaked Chicago Street

Oceanfront Benefit Dinner Raises Funds for Foster Youth Every ticket supports mentorship and transitional housing for youth aging out of foster care

2026 Neighbor Islands Homeless Point in Time Count Results Announced at West Hawai`i Press Conferenc

Middle School Students Become Heroes After Saving School Bus Driver During Medical Emergency

Fixed It! Remote West Kaua‘i Beach Park Reopens Polihale State Park’s access road has been cleared and resurfaced after a two-month closure.

‘Dire Consequences’: Honolulu Races To Save Flood Zone Funds The plan is a long time coming but gained momentum in the aftermath of this spring’s devastating Kona low storms.

Will Hawaiʻi Forfeit $5 Million For Teacher Apprenticeships? State leaders say the program will improve teacher retention and recruitment by providing more mentorship and financial support to prospective educators.

Doctor Accused Of Fertility Fraud. In Hawaiʻi, No Law Prevents It The allegations expose a lack of accountability mechanisms in this state for doctors who use their sperm to artificially inseminate unwitting fertility patients.

BIIF track and field: KSH sweeps, Schaut shines at championships

Kona CDP committee weighs in on STRVs measure

WATER NOTICE AFFECTED AREA: CUSTOMERS ALONG KIPIMANA STREET BETWEEN KALARA STREET AND MĀMALAHOA HIGHWAY (HWY 11), INCLUDING ALL SIDE ROADS AND LANES; KEA‘AU

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