Hawaii sees continued growth in solar installations and capacity
According to HECO’s latest data, Oahu leads the state in solar adoption, with 78,100 systems installed, followed by Maui with 18,137 and Hawaii island with 17,762. Read more
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Schatz launches resource hub for federal fallout
The web page provides direct links for filing whistleblower complaints, information for recently terminated federal employees and resources tailored to the needs of immigrants, LGBTQ+ people and those seeking reproductive care. It also invites residents to share personal accounts of how the shifting federal landscape has affected them. Read more
Maui County cancels Amber Alert after missing baby, mom found safe
At about 11:15 a.m., Kaili and Ocean were located in good health on Hawaii island, according to an update from Maui Police Department in an email. Read more
Vaccinations urged in Hawaii as measles cases rise nationally
The state Department of Health warns that the state remains at risk for a travel-related measles case, which could lead to an outbreak due to the virus’ extreme contagiousness and suboptimal vaccination coverage. Read more
State health officials urge vigilance as measles cases climb in the U.S.
The state Department of Health is warning that the state remains at risk for a travel-related measles case, which could lead to an outbreak due to the virus’s extreme contagiousness and suboptimal vaccination coverage. Read more
Japanese students hope to rebuild Hawaii’s visitor industry
Japanese students remain the University of Hawaii’s largest international student group, with around 500 enrolled post-pandemic down from over 600 before COVID- 19. Read more
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DOE considering possible school consolidation
The state Department of Education has launched a formal review process to assess whether some public school campuses should be consolidated, citing a steady decline in student enrollment over the past decade. Read more
University of Hawaii faculty preparing for the worst as funding cuts loom
As federal funding cuts continue to loom, uncertainty surrounds the future of academic programs at the University of Hawaii. Read more
First payment of $1.5 million is disbursed from $175 million One ‘Ohana Fund
Gov. Josh Green announced Friday the first disbursement from the $175 million One ‘Ohana Fund, part of the Maui Wildfires Compensation Program created to provide direct financial relief to families of those who died and people who suffered serious injuries in the August 2023 wildfires. Read more
Repeal of impact fees threatens new school growth, Hawaii DOE officials say
Residential projects such as Hoopili and Koa Ridge might lack funds to build facilities for increasing student populations. Read more
Hawaii students face fallout from cuts to school food, education
Parents seek flexibility in preschool subsidies
House Bill 549 proposes creation of an Early Learning Apprenticeship Grant Program, which would provide financial support to early learning service providers to participate in federally or state-approved apprenticeship programs. Read more
Honolulu Festival kicks off with cultural exchange, education
The festival opens to the public today and runs through Sunday with a variety of performances, events and cultural showcases throughout Ala Moana Center and Waikiki. Read more
Oahu home prices hit record high of $1,185,000
Oahu single-family home prices in February hit a record high for the first time in nearly three years while condominium activity softened as the housing market diverged. Read more
Hawaii island police kill murder suspect, 28, in shootout
The two officers involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave while the review is conducted, which is standard procedure. Read more
2 women are indicted in 3-year-old girl’s death
A grand jury Tuesday indicted two Oahu women in connection with the death of 3-year-old Sarai Perez-Riviera in Kapolei. Read more
Hawaii families are urged to maximize tax refunds
With tax filing deadlines approaching in April, Hawaii families are being urged to take advantage of available state and federal tax credits that could provide them with thousands of dollars in refunds. Read more
Program aims to bring engineers back to Hawaii amid workforce shortage
The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii has launched Kama‘aina Come Home, a job placement program designed to reconnect former Hawaii residents with engineering opportunities in the islands. Read more
Lane closures scheduled on Kamehameha Highway
The state Department of Transportation announced upcoming lane closures as part of the Kamehameha Highway Drainage and Safety Improvements, also known as the Laniakea Realignment. Read more
Teen charged in Lanakila attempted murder case
Police said the suspect was identified as a 16-year-old boy who was in custody for unrelated charges. Read more
Hawaii health officials warn public about Kilauea vog risk
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists said Kilauea has been erupting intermittently since Dec. 23, with the eruption marked by “episodic fountaining.” Read more
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