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Molokai man, wife, and Kauai pilot identified as victims of Kauai helicopter crash
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Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 5 — Matt Kanealiʻi-Kleinfelder
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Nov. 8 General Election, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected. The following came from Matt Kanealiʻi-Kleinfelder, candidate for Hawaii County Council District 5, which covers Upper Puna...
Trade wind continue to weaken gradually
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Today, breezy trade winds are blowing across the islands due to a strong high pressure system to the north. The atmosphere remains stable and relatively dry. Some scattered clouds can be seen in windward and mauka areas although overall moisture levels are low, especially in the eastern part of the state. Rainfall […]
The Big Island Makes Big Moves On Sustainability, Climate, Equity And Resilience
Hawaii has been a leader on many environmental and climate change issues, most notably in being the first state in the country to adopt a 100% renewables target for electricity (2015’s House Bill 623). We are making great progress on green energy and transportation, but it’s still not fast...
Global Mana Development Launches Groundbreaking Agrivillage Project in Hawaii
In a move poised to revolutionize local agriculture and food security, Global Mana Development has signed an agreement to develop a 77-acre Agrivillage in Papaikou, located on Hawaii’s Big Island. This project, spearheaded by fifth-generation farmer Steven Shropshire and the visionary team at Global Mana Development, aims to address the pressing issue of food supply shortages in Hawaii.
Candidate Q&A: State House District 39 — Corey Rosenlee
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Nov. 8 General Election, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected. The following came from Corey Rosenlee, Democratic candidate for state House District 39, which covers Royal Kunia,...
Hawaii Gets $149M In Federal Funds To Improve Internet Services
Hawaii has been formally awarded $149 million to help improve access to high-speed internet service, officials said Tuesday. The money, which was earmarked for the state last year, is coming through the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program. BEAD is part of the federal government’s “Internet For All” initiative to connect people in America with affordable and reliable high-speed internet service.
Key reminders for Hawaii voters ahead of 2024 Primary Election
PEARL CITY, Hawaii (KHON2) — Hawaii voters will receive their ballot in the mail for the 2024 Primary Election by Tuesday, July 23. The Office of Elections reminds voters of the following: According to the Office of Elections, ballots are only sent to active voters. If you have moved and have not update your voter […]
HECO plans to mitigate fire risks with AI
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaiian Electric has begun deploying high-resolution video cameras that use artificial intelligence to detect wildfires, on Tuesday. These video cameras will be installed to improve situational awareness and enable early detection of ignitions in elevated areas, according to HECO. The first camera station was installed in Lahaina. HECO plans to deploy a […]
Gov. Green announces Climate Advisory Team, all with UH ties
New members of the Climate Advisory Team (CAT) that was convened to give guidance for climate resilience and disaster recovery all have ties to the University of Hawaiʻi. Gov. Josh Green announced the members of the CAT in July. The CAT is charged with developing policy recommendations to minimize...
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