Playground Project at Arthur L. Greenwell Park to Begin Aug. 25
Playground Project at Arthur L. Greenwell Park to Begin Aug. 25 The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation...
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‘How Lucky Can I Be?’: One Small Act Leads To Big Love For 96-Year-Old Veteran
‘How Lucky Can I Be?’: One Small Act Leads To Big Love For 96-Year-Old Veteran On Thursday afternoons at the...
Backlash May Prompt New Rules For Affordable Rentals In Honolulu Supporters say new requirements in Bill 53 would protect neighborhoods from the side effects of increased housing density. Opponents fear the changes would hamstring an already struggling program.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/backlash-may-prompt-new-rules-for-affordable-rentals-in-honolulu/
Uniqlo Founder Sues Maui Land & Pineapple Over West Maui Water Shortage The lawsuit argues that Kapalua’s water shortages are not simply the result of less rainfall in the area, but rather Maui Land & Pineapple’s failure to maintain its water system.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/uniqlo-founder-sues-maui-land-pineapple-over-west-maui-water-shortage/
Nearly 1 In 5 Warning Sirens On Oʻahu Were Broken During Tsunami Scare The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency says two dozen new sirens will be installed by the end of the year.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/nearly-1-in-5-warning-sirens-broken-tsunami-scare/
DBEDT Releases 2024 State of Hawaii Data Book
DBEDT Releases 2024 State of Hawaii Data Book HONOLULU—The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) today released the...
Hawaii researchers look for fresh water beneath seafloor off Big Island
A scientific expedition off the west coast of Hawaii island recently concluded a two-week offshore imaging survey aimed at confirming...
Distracted driving ‘a serious issue’ in Hawaii
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2025/08/19/hawaii-news/distracted-driving-a-serious-issue-in-hawaii/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
County, ex-R&D director sued for age-discrimination
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2025/08/19/hawaii-news/county-ex-rd-director-sued-for-age-discrimination/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Official Report: 16-1194 PULELEHUA STREET Structure Fire
1:57am, Monday, 8/18/2025 8 HFD apparatus; 8 HFD personnel SINGLE FAMILY, SINGLE STORY HOME, UNINSURED/UNPERMITTED 20FTX24FT Cause: UNDETERMINED 2 STRUCTURES...
Mauna Kea Stewardship Oversight Authority to Host Community Talk Story in Laupāhoehoe
Mauna Kea Stewardship Oversight Authority to Host Community Talk Story in Laupāhoehoe LAUPĀHOEHOE, HAWAIʻI ISLAND — The Mauna Kea Stewardship and...
Kaiwilahilahi and Honoliʻi Stream Bridge Repair Project Extended
Kaiwilahilahi and Honoliʻi Stream Bridge Repair Project Extended The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Public Works announces that a project...
DLNR URGES CAUTION NEAR LAVA LANDS IN COASTAL AREAS ON HAWAIʻI ISLAND
DLNR URGES CAUTION NEAR LAVA LANDS IN COASTAL AREAS ON HAWAIʻI ISLAND HILO, Hawaiʻi – Newly formed lands from the...
3-Year-Old Trapped Underwater After Car Crashes Into Lake — First Responders Save Her Life
3-Year-Old Trapped Underwater After Car Crashes Into Lake — First Responders Save Her Life A 3-year-old girl’s life was saved...
Denby Fawcett: Seeking Love For The Endangered Hawaiian Land Snail Some people say they’re icky and slimy. But these scientists think they’re beautiful.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/denby-fawcett-seeking-love-for-the-endangered-hawaiian-land-snail/
Honolulu Police Department This Former Police Chief Could Be The Next Honolulu Police Commissioner Christopher Magnus talks with Civil Beat about his policing experience and how he would approach a position on the commission.
https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/08/this-former-police-chief-could-be-the-next-honolulu-police-commissioner/
Army chief vows to respect culture and environment, but 60-day military lease timeline is questioned
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2025/08/18/hawaii-news/army-chief-vows-to-respect-culture-and-environment-but-60-day-military-lease-timeline-is-questioned/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Round 2 for PTA resolution: Council measure calls for ‘desecration’ to stop
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2025/08/18/hawaii-news/round-2-for-pta-resolution-council-measure-calls-for-desecration-to-stop/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Hawai‘i Community Stakeholder Survey
Hawai‘i Community Stakeholder Survey The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) is gathering community insights to shape the future of tourism in Hawai‘i....
Pamela Pickles Are Helping Wildlife In California
Pamela Pickles Are Helping Wildlife In California Pamela Anderson isn’t just making headlines on screen — she’s also stepping into...
