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Risks posed by exceedance of fecal bacteria from Kailua wastewater plant explained
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Lawmakers and experts are looking for solutions to high bacteria levels in our waters. State and city officials discussed health risks and want the community to be informed about water quality advisories in a meeting held Wednesday, Aug. 15. “We don’t want people to put themselves at undue risk, but we also […]
Events happening this weekend on Oahu: August 16 - August 18
HONOLULU (Island News) – Not sure what to do this weekend? Take a look at what’s happening near you on Oahu, for your next fun adventure!. Honolulu Harbor Nights - August 16, 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Check out this night market at Hakuone, the old Fisherman’s Wharf...
No More Camping at This Popular Spot Due to Public’s Reckless Behavior
A Honolulu, Hawaii news outlet has announced that the Sand Island State Recreation Area, a popular weekend camping spot, will stop accepting camping reservations on August 23. Why? Apparently, the public is too frequently out of control there. “The public’s constant disregard of state park camping rules, reckless nighttime behavior,...
Kauai's Tatiana Weston-Webb honored by county for silver surfing medal
LIHUE, Hawaii — The County of Kauai honored Paris Olympics women’s surfing silver medalist Tatiana Weston-Webb in a ceremony in Lihue on Wednesday. Mayor Derek Kawakami declared Aug. 14 “Tatiana Weston-Webb Day.”. Weston-Webb was born in Brazil but has lived on Kauai most of her life. She...
County Debunks Email Inviting Homeless To Stay At Mayor’s House
HILO, Hawaiʻi - An active investigation into the origin of the email is underway, and police officers have been dispatched to the Mayor’s residence as a precautionary measure. (BIVN) – The County of Hawaiʻi says an email is circulating that invites houseless individuals to stay for one week...
2024 Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Watch List
Honolulu, HI (August 15, 2024) – The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame announced today the 2024 Watch List for the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award. The Award is presented annually to the most outstanding college football player of Polynesian ancestry that epitomizes great ability and integrity. The Watch List is composed of 96 players from 37 different FBS schools.
How Lahaina’s more than 150-year-old banyan tree is coming back to life after devastating fire
LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — When a deadly wildfire tore through Lahaina on Maui last August, the wall of flames scorched the 151-year-old banyan tree along the historic town’s Front Street. But the sprawling tree survived the blaze, and thanks to the efforts of arborists and dedicated volunteers, parts of it are growing back — and even thriving.
How do Maui fire survivors get housing if ineligible for FEMA help?
KAHULUI, Hawaii (Island News) - There's a rental assistance program for Maui wildfire survivors who do not qualify for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance. The state's Department of Human Services (DHS) funds it, and works with a non-profit called Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) to run it. Founder Michael Capponi...
Tropical system may develop near Hawaii
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Approximately 1050 miles east-southeast of Hilo, Hawaii, a broad area of low pressure is generating disorganized showers and thunderstorms. This system, currently moving west-northwestward at around 10 mph, is situated in an area with marginally favorable environmental conditions. Forecasters suggest that while the system is still...
Volcano Watch: A‘o pū mākou: We learn together with PIPES
Volcano Watch is a weekly article and activity update written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates. This week’s article was written by HVO geologist Kendra J. Lynn and University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo geology professor Lis Gallant. The Pacific Internship Programs for Exploring Science...
County schedules for Statehood Day
Statehood Day is on Friday. The holiday commemorates the anniversary of the state's 1959 admission to the United States of America. It is always celebrated on the third Friday in August. City and County of Honolulu closures. The City and County of Honolulu offices will be closed on Friday, Aug....
A Hawaii man faces charges for killing 25 seagulls on Long Beach
A Hawaii man is facing reckless driving and felony animal cruelty charges after purposely driving a rental Jeep Wrangler into a flock of birds on Long Beach on July 27. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) sent those recommendations to Pacific County prosecutors two weeks ago after completing their investigation.
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