Lifestyle
Community Honors Legacy of Kumu Hula Nalani Kanaka'ole-Zane
Thousands attended memorial service celebrating the life of the renowned artist, songwriter, and cultural icon.
Philanthropy Transforms Lives Across All UH Campuses in Hawaii
Record $171.7 million raised in 2025 supports students, research, and innovation statewide
Celeste Ha'o Teaches Hawaiian Wayfinding to Her Children
Latter-day Saint mother shares ancient Polynesian navigation techniques with her family in Hilo, Hawaii
Entertainment
Hilo Concert to Feature Music by Schubert, Ravel
The renowned Parker Quartet will perform two iconic string quartets in Hilo tonight.
Acclaimed Musical 'Dear Evan Hansen' Opens in Hilo
The Hilo Education Arts Repertory Theatre presents the Tony-winning show at the East Hawaii Cultural Center.
HEART Hosts Benefit Concert Featuring Broadway Star
Hilo's arts education nonprofit marks 5 years with special performance.
Politics
Hawai'i County Police Commission Swears In New Police Chief
Reed K. Mahuna takes over as head of Hawai'i Police Department after serving as interim chief since September 2025.
Banyan Drive Redevelopment Bills Advance in Hawaii Legislature
Legislation to revitalize Hilo's historic Banyan Drive area faces debate over indigenous representation
Hawaii County Considers Higher Tax Rate for Homes Worth $4M+
The proposed measure aims to address housing affordability and homelessness in the region.
Weather
High Surf Warning Issued for Hawaiian Islands
Dangerous conditions expected along north and east facing shores
High Surf Advisory Issued for Parts of Hawaii Island
Dangerous conditions expected along north and east facing shores through Tuesday
Daily Forecast for Hilo, Hawaii
Wet weather expected through the week
Science
Astronomy Ambassadors Embrace Diverse Perspectives
NASA's Astronomy Activation Ambassadors program connects teachers with observatory visits and indigenous knowledge.
NASA's Astronomy Activation Ambassadors Embrace Cultural Perspectives
Teacher training program connects science with history, culture, and place to inspire students
CRISPR Pioneer Jennifer Doudna Reflects on Transformative Genome Editing
Doudna's journey from Hawaii to Nobel Prize highlights the power of curiosity-driven research and the responsibility that comes with scientific breakthroughs.
