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Astronomers on Maunakea uncover distinct origins of two outermost rings of Uranus
Researchers with the help of a Mauna Kea observatory construct first complete spectrum of the two distinct rings orbiting around the seventh planet in the solar system, revealing … -
$21 million in funding released for construction of new Waikōloa library
The long-awaited Waikōloa Public Library will bring educational and community resources as the first permanent library for the long, underserved area. -
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 25, 2026
A small medium period NW swell should fill in tonight into Saturday, which should provide a modest increase along north and west facing shores. A slightly... -
Man sought for alleged involvement in reported assault on bus bound for Ocean View
Authorities ask the public if they can help identify the suspect or might have additional information about the incident. -
Event to temporarily create one-way traffic pattern on portion of Onomea Scenic Route
The closure is to accommodate participants of the “5K & 10K Walk/Run” in conjunction with the La Honua Festival at Pepe‘ekeō Park. -
Fixed-wing aircraft makes emergency landing at Kona airport
The incident occurred on Thursday, shortly before noon, when the pilot ultimately refused transfer to the hospital. -
AI chatbots help UH students reach academic success before they ask for help
AI chatbots used at all ten University of Hawaiʻi campuses continue to proactively identify student needs. -
Trump cancels envoys’ trip to Pakistan as hopes fade for Iran war talks
WAHINGTON / ISLAMABAD, Pakistan >> President Donald Trump canceled a trip by two U.S. envoys to Iran war mediator Pakistan today, dealing a new setback to peace prospects after Ir… -
Gunmen stage simultaneous attacks in and outside Mali capital, army says
BAMAKO, Mali >> Militants staged attacks in Mali’s capital Bamako and in several locations in the interior of the country this morning, the Mali army said, in an apparently coordi… -
Sakanoko switched it up to throw Tritons off
IRVINE, Calif. >> After serving the ball out five times in Hawaii’s win over UC San Diego on Friday, Louis Sakanoko decided to switch things up. -
No. 1 UH volleyball and No. 2 Long Beach prevail to set up Big West title clash
IRVINE, Calif. >> No. 1 seed Hawaii avenged its only loss of the season in conference play. -
Ex-lawyer sentenced for role in Hawaii County housing scam
A third Hawaii Island man has been sentenced for his role in a conspiracy to pay bribes to a Hawaii County official in connection with affordable housing development agreements wo… -
Senate panel narrowly advances Hawaii chief justice nomination
The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Friday to confirm the nomination of Associate Justice Vladimir Devens as Hawaii’s next chief justice, sending its recommendation to the full S… -
‘Degassing’ of Red Hill tanks nearing completion, Navy says
Decommissioning the Red Hill Bulk Storage Facility will continue next week, with the Navy announcing Friday that it will be “degassing” Tank 11, which it called “another significa… -
Maui Resort’s Plastic Barrier To Save Beachwalk Faces Public Pushback
State land officials are waiting for more information from the Hyatt before taking further action after meeting with community members, hotel representatives and local officials. -
Word Flower: April 24
The bloom is on this Friday. See how many words you can make. -
HMSA-HPH Merger Is Not A Solution To Hawaiʻi Health Care Problems
The first priority should be reducing practice costs with a much simpler, more transparent payment system. -
Maui High School students win 2026 Bridge Builder Competition
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation congratulates the 2026 Hawai‘i Bridge Builder Competition champions, Ian Payba and Jeter Hondo of Maui High School. -
Hawai’i Community Foundation deploys more than 20 grants to nonprofits statewide from Stronger Hawai’i Fund
One month after the kona low storms, the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation announced the first round of more than 20 grants to nonprofit organizations statewide from the Stronger Hawai… -
Maui Marathon announces start and finish line change for Sunday race
Organizers of the Maui Marathon have announced that the race’s start and finish line has been relocated to the mauka lane of Kāʻanapali Parkway, directly across from Whalers Villa…
Big Island local coverage · staradvertiser.com
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University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa announces second finalist for chancellor
Amy Sueyoshi planned a visit to the campus on April 30 to May 1, following interim provost Vassilis L. Syrmos, after Dancing with the Stars. -
20 lane closures scheduled during week of April 25-May 1 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. -
2 women captured in surveillance footage sought in connection with Waikōloa theft
Do you know the women reportedly involved in the March 12 incident at a West Hawai‘i clothing boutique? Big Island police are asking the public for help with finding them. -
Police search for three suspects involved in a Kona assault
Video surveillance captured three men involved in an assault that occurred in a retail and dining shopping area on Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona on March 14. -
Honolulu civil trial attorney announces candidacy for lieutenant governor
The Honolulu attorney said he is launching a people-first movement focused on restoring public trust, strengthening accountability, and lowering the cost of living. -
Volcano Watch: Shallow earthquakes, ground deformation at Kīlauea’s summit highlight hazards near Halemaʻumaʻu
Conditions in and around the closed area at the summit of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park can evolve quickly, and elevate the risk of rockfalls, ground cracking and other potentia… -
April 27 designated in Hawaiʻi annually as Brother Joseph Dutton Day
The man born Ira Dutton was a Union Army veteran in the Civil War before he became a Catholic layman and spent the last 44 years of his life in service to the patients with Hansen… -
In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role
Among President Donald Trump’s main arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court defending his moves to rescind humanitarian protections that shield hundreds of thousands of immigrants fro… -
UH water polo loses in NCAA quarterfinals
The Hawaii women’s water polo team lost to No. 4 seeded California 15-10 in the quarterfinals of the NCAA Championship on Friday in La Jolla, Calif. -
Beavers deluge ’Bows with big offense
For the Hawaii baseball team, there was no moral victory, no consolation in fighting the good fight against one of the country’s best college baseball teams and pitchers. -
Clarification – April 25, 2026
The Honolulu Star-Advertiser strives to make its news report fair and accurate. If you have a question or comment about news coverage, call Marsha McFadden, managing editor/news, … -
Relief efforts continue for Kona-low storm victims
The state, counties and nonprofit organizations have stepped in to support Kona-low storm relief efforts including food and GoFundMe accounts that provide financial support for p… -
Gov. Green says investigation was taking a toll on Sylvia Luke
Sylvia Luke was so affected emotionally and physically over a state Attorney General’s investigation, Gov. Josh Green said, he worried about her health and intentionally left her … -
Luke Fallout Continues With Third Target In Bribery Investigation
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke has continued to amend her campaign filings to include more previously unreported contributions. -
Hawaiʻi Can’t Afford To Wait For A Perfect Energy Solution
LNG has been shown to lower costs, improve grid flexibility and reduce emissions compared to the oil we currently burn. -
Honolulu’s Right To Food, A Trailblazing Proposal, Faces The Axe
More than a dozen groups are calling on the Honolulu Charter Commission to disregard recommendations to kill a proposal to make food an inalienable right. -
New Acting Lt. Gov. Chosen As Luke Takes Leave Of Absence
The announcement comes a day after Luke's lawyer acknowledged that she is a target in a bribery investigation. State Comptroller Keith Regan is named acting LG. -
Maui Weather Forecast for April 25, 2026
Trades will continue through the next several days, gradually increasing in speed by mid-week next week, maintaining typical windward and mauka showers... -
Maui Surf Forecast for April 25, 2026
A small medium period NW swell should fill in tonight into Saturday, which should provide a modest increase along north and west facing shores. A slightly... -
Coast Guard medevacs cruise ship passenger offshore of Oʻahu
The Coast Guard and Navy medevaced an ailing cruise ship passenger 58 miles offshore of Oʻahu, Thursday.
Hawaii statewide coverage · civilbeat.org
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Justice Department, DEA ordered to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as less dangerous drug
With the federal change in drug policy, Hawai‘i Rep. David Tarnas hopes it will help lead to legalization of adult use of recreational cannabis. -
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 25, 2026
Trades will rule for the next week, with a gradual increase in wind speed from the middle of next week into next weekend. Otherwise, expect typical... -
Multi-agency search warrant leads to recovery of nearly 5 ounces cocaine, 1.1 ounce meth, loaded gun, more
45-year-old Luis Pagano Colon faces a dozen drug and firearm charges, including 3 counts of first-degree promoting a dangerous drug, 2 counts of possession of prohibited weapons, … -
Hawaiʻi police continue the search for wanted Ocean View woman
Antonya Mardonada, 32, is wanted for questioning in connection with a domestic violence incident that occurred on March 24 and was last seen leaving the area on a camouflage all-t… -
Businessman, 2 attorneys sentenced in multimillion-dollar scheme to bribe Hawai‘i County public official
According to court documents, the defendants conspired to pay bribes and kickbacks to a county housing employee in exchange for his agreement to use his official position to ensur… -
Bill to cap parking rates on private lots in Historic Kailua Village postponed again
The bill will be heard again on May 19 during Hawai‘i County Council's Policy Committee on Public Works and Mass Transit. -
Jet fuel shortages could make travel a ‘total mess’ this summer
This summer is shaping up to be an expensive and uncertain time to fly, especially if you’re planning a European vacation. -
San Diego developing new generation of ‘ghost ships’ that are vital to the Navy’s future
SAN DIEGO >> The Navy is rapidly expanding its efforts in San Diego to develop small, fast, unmanned sea drones to help the U.S. adapt to the swift and dynamic ways naval warfare … -
Mililani’s Ho‘okala’s solid start puts down Pearl City
Zayne Ho‘okala scattered five hits and Mililani’s offense exploded with 10 runs in the bottom of the sixth inning for a 13-3 TKO win over Pearl City for the OIA baseball champions… -
Former Kapolei star drafted by the San Francisco 49ers
Former Kapolei High School star De’Zhaun Stribling’s emotions went from chilling to thrilling early Friday afternoon. -
Alleged Kamehameha Schools Hawaii embezzler pleads not guilty
A 32-year-old Honolulu man accused of embezzling almost $360,000 from Kamehameha Schools Hawaii when he was employed there has repaid $69,500 to the educational trust and has been… -
Cause of destructive downtown Hilo fire remains a mystery
Nearly five months after a fire ravaged multiple buildings in downtown Hilo, the cause is still unknown, but the investigation into the incident has been closed by the Hawaii Fire… -
Attorney change delays case of slain 6-year-old Waimanalo girl
The long-awaited murder trial in the 2021 death of a 6-year-old Waimanalo girl — Isabella Kalua, born Ariel Sellers — has been postponed again until next year. -
Senate Panel Narrowly Approves Chief Justice Nominee
Chair Karl Rhoads voted no in the 3-2 vote. Vladimir Devens now awaits a final vote from the full Senate. -
Hawaiʻi Slashes Pay For Autistic Student Aides On Neighbor Islands
The education department offered more money for specialists serving autistic students on the neighbor islands. Four years later, it's retracting its offer. -
Run! Ala Moana Crosswalk Has Pedestrians Counting Down The Seconds
Cars power through this busy Ala Moana pedestrian crossing, while walkers are still trying to reach the other side. -
2026 County Volunteer Heroes recognized during National Volunteer Week
Twenty-three residents were honored today as 2026 Volunteer Heroes for their contributions to community nonprofit organizations, as Mayor Richard Bissen proclaimed Volunteer Week … -
As state, Maui Health decide future of damaged Kula Hospital, another long-term care facility nears capacity
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said the options for the damaged Upcountry hospital could include a mobile unit designed for disasters or a temporary modular clinic like the one Kaiser bu… -
Kaniala Masoe headlines next free Lahaina Concert
The next concert in the Hawaiian Music Series in Lahaina, features Maui musician and Kumu Hula Kaniala Masoe. The free community concert will take place on Thursday, April 30, fro… -
UHMC Paipai Kaiāulu Earth Day 2026 event, April 25
Paipai Kaiāulu, a student club at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College will host an Earth Day 2026 fair titled “Hoʻōla I Ka Wai, Hoʻōla I Ke Ao — Heal the Water, Heal the World”…