Hokule‘a, Hikianalia arrive at Lalo, conduct NOAA research
The Hokule‘a and Hikianalia voyaging canoes arrived at Lalo, French Frigate Shoals, at around 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, departing Mokumanamana at around 6 p.m. Monday. Read more
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Hokule‘a, Hikianalia to depart on on second training voyage to Papahanaumokuakea
The Hokule‘a and Hikianalia voyaging canoes will set sail again today for a two-week training voyage to Papahanaumokuakea. Read more
Gov. David Ige signs bills recognizing Juneteenth, Kalaupapa Month
Gov. David Ige signed two bills into law Wednesday that recognize Juneteenth and Kalaupapa Month in the state of Hawaii. Read more
Waialua bridge construction still ongoing
Construction on a bridge in Waialua is underway, Honolulu’s Department of Transportation Services and Department of Design and Construction announced Thursday. The bridge, which crosses over Kiikii Stream, was closed in early April after a structural inspection that found damage due to heavy rainfall and flooding. Read more
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Center for Health Research seeks participants for gestational diabetes study
The Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Center for Health Research is recruiting participants for a new study to improve screening for gestational diabetes through a better understanding of blood glucose levels throughout pregnancy. The study is supported by the National Institute of Health’s National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Read more
Program helps inmates earn college certificates through Windward Community College
Seven inmates at the Women’s Community Correctional Center have received certificates from Windward Community College allowing them to pursue careers in counseling and community health services. Read more
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Nisei veteran George Oide also typeset landmark Hawaiian dictionary
George Kenichi Oide, a member of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and one of the first in Hawaii to use a monotype composing machine for commercial printing, died in Kapahulu on Jan. 27. He was 97. Read more
High school students complete Blue Planet Foundation climate change advocacy program
Nine Oahu high school students graduated last month from the Climate Crew, an educational program for high school students rooted in climate science and data-driven advocacy. Read more
New U.S. postal stamp ‘Go for Broke’ is first to honor Asian American soldier
The U.S. Postal Service and Gov. David Ige unveiled a commemorative “Go for Broke” postal stamp Friday that is the first to honor an Asian American soldier. Read more
Hawaiian Electric, Hawaii Gas, Insurance Division urge residents to prepare for hurricane season
As the hurricane season begins, it’s time for residents to start stocking up their emergency kits with bottled water and canned goods, and reviewing their insurance policies. Although this season is expected to bring fewer tropical cyclones than previous years, various companies and government departments are encouraging residents to prepare accordingly. Read more
Hokule‘a and Hikianalia return to Oahu after training voyage
The canoes returned from their 3-week training voyage, where they traveled into Moananuiākea, the deep region of the Pacific Ocean. Read more
Hokule‘a navigators urge Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community to stay resilient amid coronavirus pandemic
Navigators of the Hokule‘a canoe encouraged the Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community to stay strong amid the pandemic, likening it to a sea voyage, in a video released today. Read more
Gov. David Ige orders flags to half-staff after San Jose shooting
Flags will be set to half-staff immediately and remain lowered through sunset on Sunday. Read more
Iolani Palace to open Tuesdays for self-led tours
Iolani Palace will add an additional day of operations for tours beginning June 1. Read more
Missing Child Center Hawaii receives Department of Justice award
The U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday that the Missing Child Center Hawaii has received its Child Protection Award. Read more
Hawaii Bicycling League holds rally for safe-passing law
The Hawaii Bicycling League held its #SafeUs Ride and Rally event at the Capitol on Sunday. Read more
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