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Hawaii chief justice delivers final State of Judiciary speech
1 day ago · The Hawaii State Judiciary needs money to design a new courthouse in Waimea, add a District Court judge in Kona and address a “critical shortage” of court-appointed counsel in criminal and ...
Lady Warriors, Cowgirls and ‘Riders notch late-season wins
20 hours ago · The Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) basketball season continued Thursday night on the island. Girls playoffs begin this weekend, with the finals being held Wednesday night. Location ...
Several highways in West Hawaii experience lane closures this week
2 days ago · Multiple highways are experiencing temporary lane closures this week in West Hawaii, state officials said.
Tropical Gardening: Go native in your garden - West Hawaii Today
20 hours ago · It is fun to go native, but you don’t need to strip down when it comes to incorporating native plants into your Hawaiian garden! Next weekend, Feb. 1 will be a great opportunity to get expert ...
Hawaii News Archives - West Hawaii Today
3 days ago · The James Beard Foundation on Wednesday announced its 2025 Restaurant and Chef Award Semifinalists, and several from Hawaii are included on the list.
Maui County releases Lahaina’s long-term recovery plan
Dec 26, 2024 · Maui County has unveiled its finalized Long-Term Recovery Plan for Lahaina, marking a significant milestone since the devastating wildfires of Aug. 8, 2023.
Island begins new year in drought - West Hawaii Today
Jan 13, 2025 · A dry December led to the entire state being in drought, including the Big Island.
Local news in brief for June 11 - West Hawaii Today
Jun 11, 2024 · Man dies in Kona of apparent drowning Police are investigating a possible drowning involving a 31-year-old man from Pahoa that occurred Sunday morning off the shore of Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona ...
Big Island news — in brief for July 10 - West Hawaii Today
Jul 10, 2024 · Hilo airport terminal evacuated after 2 inert grenades were found in luggage Hilo International Airport briefly halted operations Tuesday morning when Hawaii Police Department personnel responded ...