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Funding reinstated for Innovate Hawaii after initial cancellation
U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono and Brian Schatz, along with U.S. Representatives Ed Case and Jill Tokuda, have expressed their approval following the decision by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to restore funding for INNOVATE...
DHHL awards almost 400 project leases in West Hawaiʻi to Native Hawaiian beneficiaries
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) has initiated the long-awaited project lease awards for nearly 400 Native Hawaiian beneficiaries in West Hawaiʻi.
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Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture leads CRB treatment efforts in Kona
By Big Island Times | Apr 16, 2025
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) continues its efforts to manage the coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB) in the Kona area, collaborating with the County of Hawai‘i Public Works Department.
DLNR clarifies status of commercial use permits following court order
By Big Island Times | Apr 15, 2025
The Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR) is outlining the current status of Commercial Use Permits (CUPs) following recent legal proceedings.
Hawai'i Supreme Court to engage students with Hilo hearing through community program
By Big Island Times | Apr 14, 2025
The Hawaiʻi Supreme Court is set to hold an oral argument session in Hilo as part of its Courts in the Community program.
Hawaii monitors measles exposure and provides guidance on prevention
By Big Island Times | Apr 14, 2025
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health (DOH) is actively managing a confirmed case of measles in a child from Oʻahu, along with a presumptive case in an adult from the same household.
Hawaiian bird conservation efforts gain legal backing in appeals court ruling
By Big Island Times | Apr 14, 2025
The Intermediate Court of Appeals (ICA) has upheld a previous ruling by the Environmental Court affirming the Final Environmental Assessment (FEA) for a project intended to combat avian malaria using the Incompatible Insect Technique (IIT) in east...
Alalā reintroduction shows promising progress in Maui forest
By Big Island Times | Apr 14, 2025
The reintroduction of ʻalalā, a native Hawaiian bird species, into the forests of Maui is progressing with encouraging results.
Hawaii introduces online portal for vessel registration renewals
By Big Island Times | Apr 14, 2025
Vessel registration renewal for state boat owners in Hawaii has been made more convenient with the introduction of a new online portal.
Lawmakers oppose HHS proposal removing ACA eligibility for DACA recipients
By Big Island Times | Apr 14, 2025
U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono and Cory Booker, alongside Representatives Joaquin Castro and Pramila Jayapal, have called on the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to reverse a proposal affecting health coverage for Deferred Action for...
DCCA publishes disciplinary actions for professional licenses through March 2025
By Big Island Times | Apr 14, 2025
The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) has released an update on disciplinary actions taken within the state up to March 2025.
O‘ahu gun buyback program collects 367 firearms, distributes gift cards
By Big Island Times | Apr 12, 2025
O‘ahu's recent gun buyback program resulted in the collection of 367 firearms, with residents receiving a total of $37,900 in Foodland gift cards.
Hawai‘i confirms sixth travel-related dengue virus case in 2025
By Big Island Times | Apr 11, 2025
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has announced the confirmation of a new travel-related dengue virus case on Oʻahu.
Hawai‘i confirms sixth travel-related case of dengue virus in 2025
By Big Island Times | Apr 11, 2025
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has identified a new travel-related dengue virus case on Oʻahu, raising the state's total count to six cases in 2025.
Hirono and Omar lead effort against Trump’s use of Alien Enemies Act
By Big Island Times | Apr 11, 2025
U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono and U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar have taken a firm stand against President Trump's invocation of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798.
Hawai‘i confirms new travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu
By Big Island Times | Apr 10, 2025
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has confirmed a new travel-related dengue virus case on Oʻahu.
Hawai'i health officials confirm new travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu
By Big Island Times | Apr 10, 2025
The Hawaiian Department of Health (DOH) has reported a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Oʻahu.
Senators urge DOJ to reverse decisions on cryptocurrency crime enforcement
By Big Island Times | Apr 10, 2025
U.S. Senators, including Mazie K. Hirono, Elizabeth Warren, and Dick Durbin, are calling on Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche to reverse recent decisions by the Department of Justice (DOJ) that effectively terminate investigations into...
Senators seek reinstatement of Title X funding in 23 states
By Big Island Times | Apr 9, 2025
U.S. Senators, led by Mazie K. Hirono, Brian Schatz, Tina Smith, and Adam Schiff, have called on the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to restore the Title X family planning funding in 23 states.
Authorities warn phone providers over suspected robocalls
By Big Island Times | Apr 9, 2025
On April 9, 2025, Attorney General Anne Lopez, along with 51 attorneys general from the Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation Task Force, issued warnings to nine voice service providers suspected of consistently facilitating unlawful robocall traffic.