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Islands of the Feral Pigs

In Hawai‘i, people, pigs, and ecosystems only have so much room to coexist, and the pigs exist a little too much.

13-year-old boy killed in North Kona utility vehicle crash

A 13-year-old Kailua-Kona boy was killed Tuesday in an rugged terrain vehicle (RTV) crash in North Kona. According to a Hawaii Police Department statement, an 8-year-old boy was driving a Kubota RTV X900 in the 72-1000 block of Puukala Road at about 5:45 p.m. Tuesday.

Hurricane Kristy rapidly intensifies, still no threat to Hawaii

COURTESY NOAA Hurricane Kristy’s five-day forecasted track as of 11 a.m. today. UPDATE : 1 :30 p.m. Hurricane Kristy has intensified rapidly today, reaching Category 4 status with sustained winds of 155 mph as of 11 a.

Hilo Cruise Port Guide: Terminals, Piers and Getting Around

Will your Hawaiian cruise dock at Hilo Cruise Port? Learn about this Big Island port, such as terminals, getting around, and what's nearby.

EA for Keaukaha project contains references to startup company

Despite appearing in a state environmental assessment, a private company’s concept for a water treatment facility in Keaukaha remains only hypothetical for now.

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii signs deal for three openings in South Carolina

In early 2024, Bad Ass Coffee strengthened its US presence by signing agreements to open three stores in Las Vegas and Colorado. "Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii signs deal for three openings in South Carolina" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand.

Our Kaiāulu Votes inspires voter turnout with Walk to the Box in Honolulu

Our Kaiāulu Votes hosted a Walk to the Box event this morning to encourage more people to vote in the general election in early November.

Qualcomm unveils its next generation mobile chip Snapdragon 8 Elite

Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform with advanced AI capabilities for smartphones at Snapdragon Summit.

Violent thieves target Aloha Stadium Swap Meet

AIEA, Hawaii (Island News) -- A string of violent thefts at the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet this weekend has prompted a safety investigation.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Carries the Torch for AC: Black Flag's Most Popular Features

Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii's recent trailer details its ship exploration and combat, showing clear shades of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag.

US investigates leak on intelligence about Israel’s Iran attack plans

The United States is investigating the leak of a pair of highly classified intelligence documents describing Israel’s preparations for a retaliatory strike on Iran, House Speaker Mike Johnson said on Sunday.

Steves: A Dutch day trip to Waterland

While Amsterdam’s popularity is well-deserved, travelers who don’t venture outside the city are missing out on some of Europe’s most charming countryside.

Juan Soto, Giancarlo Stanton power Yankees’ long-awaited World Series return

As George Springer settled under a Greg Bird flyball to end Game 7 of the 2017 ALCS, Minute Maid Park began to roar.

First Alert Weather: Breezier trades and mostly dry conditions for Sunday

Moderate to breezy trade winds into Sunday with limited showers for windward and mauka areas as stable conditions settle over the islands. Winds will become light and gentle Monday and Tuesday before increasing again for the rest of the coming week.

‘We’re open to what the community wants’: Judge rules in favor of Ka‘u resort developer

A judge earlier this month ruled in favor of a developer who sued a homeowners association over long-stalled plans to build a resort in Ka‘u.

As Harris releases records, Trump’s health an open question

This week, at an event billed as a town hall in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump spent about 40 minutes standing on stage, mostly wordlessly swaying to music that he’d selected, confusing the press and his fans in attendance.

University of Hawaii faculty ratify new contract

University of Hawaii faculty, represented by the University of Hawaii Professional Assembly, have voted to approve a new successor contract that includes a 3.5 percent wage increase in the first year and a 3.

Hilo sawmill proposal withdrawn by property owner after backlash

A proposal to build a sawmill in Hilo has been withdrawn after backlash from neighbors of the project.

The tiny seaside town in Europe dubbed 'Cold Hawaii' with £37 flights and empty beaches

Surfs up dude in this lesser-known seaside village with plenty of breathtaking scenery and a paradise for surfers.

Shark sighting closes Brennecke’s Beach on Kauai after 10-15-foot shark was seen

The Kauai Ocean Safety Bureau are advising the public not to swim or do other ocean activities at Brennecke’s Beach until further notice due to a shark sighting on Saturday,

Wendy Hensel is chosen to lead the University of Hawaii into the future

Wendy Hensel, executive vice chancellor and university provost for The City University of New York, will take over the University of Hawaii system in January — earning an annual salary of $675,000 — after UH regents unanimously selected her Thursday.

Hawaii woman sues Royal Caribbean Cruises

MIAMI, FL (Island News) -- A major cruise line is being sued by a Hawaii woman who's claiming a worker installed cameras in her room and recorded her. The woman, who wants to remain anonymous says Royal Caribbean Cruise Employee -- Arvin Joseph Mirasol, violated her privacy..

Residents flee Ukraine’s Kupiansk as Russia presses down on northeast hub

Yuliia Baibak could not bear another Russian air strike on her neighbourhood before complying with the order to evacuate her parents from the besieged Ukrainian city of Kupiansk. A plea for mass evacuation was also issued on Friday for the city of Pokrovsk ...

WATCH: Boise State, Hawaii Players Gather Together in Prayer

In a video originally shared by Better You Living caught a “beautiful moment in college football as Hawaii and Boise State players gathered together and collectively held a prayer after their game.” One of the main contributors to rise in faith on the Boise State team is running back Ashton Jeanty.

Flood advisory in effect for Kauai

A flood advisory remains in effect for Kauai until 8:30 a.m. today due to persistent rainfall over the island’s windward areas.

Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii moves its release date away from Monster Hunter Wilds

The next Like a Dragon game was originally and questionably set to launch on the exact same day as Capcom's co-op monster slayer.

Checking the box matters for marriage, judges

Ballots for Hawaiʻi residents will begin arriving in our mailboxes today, Friday, Oct. 18.; and there are a few things you need to know about that ballot before you make your choice in what to do

Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii release date moved to avoid Monster Hunter Wilds clash

Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii was announced last month. It features recurring character Goro Majima swashing his buckles as the sole protagonist, as he takes to the seas as a mighty pirate following a case of amnesia. It will launch across PC, PlayStation 4, PS5 and Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.

House District 42: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates

The only news outlet in Hawaii dedicated to public affairs reporting. Our mission is to engage and educate the community on important public issues through in-depth reporting, explanatory and investigative journalism, analysis and commentary.

Hawaii Community College launches new butchery course

Hawaii Community College’s Ko Education Center in Honoka‘a announces the launch of its new six-week, noncredit butchery course starting in spring 2025.

Tech View: Staff, AI, automation can aid in cybersecurity

In this second part of a two-part series, Hawaiian Telcom security operations manager Jaspher Respicio continues to answer questions about strengthening cybersecurity for small and medium-size businesses,

HIDOE names Brian Silver as 2025 Hawaii State Teacher of the Year

The Hawaii State Department of Education honored Kalani High School teacher Brian Silver as 2025 State Teacher of the Year.

Hawaii to become full-time Mountain West member in 2026

The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors will become a full-time member of the Mountain West Conference in 2026, the league announced Tuesday.

Seaweed under siege: ‘Humble limu’ faces threat from non-native species

Hilo Bay and other Hawaii shorelines are being plagued by invasive seaweed species, which University of Hawaii researchers have discovered are outcompeting native species.

Hawaii to become a full-time Mountain West member in 2026

Hawaii will be the eighth full-time member of the Mountain West after UTEP announced that it was joining the conference in 2026 earlier this month. In addition to football and men's and women's basketball, Hawaii will be a MWC member in 12 other sports.

Timelapse captures rare comet passing by Hawaii

Timelapse video captured on 12 October by the Subaru Telescope at the Mauna Kea Observatory in Hawaii shows the Tschinshan-ATLAS comet passing by Earth. A special live stream was launched from the telescope, which is operated by the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, to capture the comet.

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