Lifestyle
UH Hilo's 51st International Night Returns This Friday
Annual multicultural showcase features 150 students in 10 global performances.
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
Health
Keaau Health Center Cost Rises to $90M, Completion Eyed by 2028
Hilo Benioff Medical Center's new outpatient facility in Keaau will provide expanded healthcare services for Puna residents.
Life Flight Network expands emergency air medical services to Hawaii Island
New helicopter bases in Kona and Hilo aim to improve access to critical care for island residents.
High bacteria levels detected in Hilo Bay waters
State health department investigating after routine monitoring finds elevated bacteria counts
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.
Sports
Hilo Golf Classic, Tokyo Team Visit Highlight Local Sports News
Upcoming golf tournament, exhibition baseball games, and hole-in-one feats make headlines in Hawaii this week.
Konawaena Wildcats sweep Hilo Vikings in boys volleyball
The Wildcats won the Big Island Interscholastic Federation match in straight sets.
Molokai Junior Paddlers Make History at State Championships
High school boys and girls teams from Molokai excel at the Hawaii High School Athletic Association's Paddling Championships
Weather
Fatality Reported in Closed Area of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Incident under investigation after individual airlifted from hazardous terrain
Steady Rain Expected in Hilo, Hawaii
10-day forecast calls for high chance of precipitation
High Surf Warning Issued for Hawaiian Islands
Dangerous conditions expected along north and east facing shores
