This challenges the conventional understanding of tiger sharks as purely solitary animals, revealing a predictable seasonal convergence of mature males and females that coincides with the humpback whale calving season in Hawaiʻi.

The National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific — the burial site for approximately 53,000 veterans from World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War — is the only national cemetery in Hawaiʻi, and it is running out of space. #Hawaiinationalcemetery #HawaiiNationalCemeteryAct

The tournament started with 17 professionals, and this year's pro field is at 42, including last year's winner, Ernie Els of South Africa.

The winter 2025 edition of Hawai‘i Perspectives reveals 71% of residents surveyed agree the state should build more housing as quickly as possible; survey also finds 89% of respondents say military is 'very' or 'somewhat' important to state's economy.

Indivisible of East Hawai'i is holding a "Rebirth of Freedom" rally in Hilo on Monday to celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. #MLKbirthday #MLK #IndivisibleofEastHawaii #Indivisible

Hilo's Samantha Goodman is one of 22 dental or dental hygiene students across the state to receive a scholarship from the Hawaiʻi Dental Service Foundation. #HDS #BigIslandNow

HPD made 25 DUI arrests during the first two weeks of 2026. Enforcement efforts and sobriety checkpoints to continue islandwide. #HPD #BigIslandNow

A free tribute concert for guitarist and songwriter Bob Weir, a founding member of the American rock band the Grateful Dead, will be held Sunday at the Rainbow Room in Hilo. #RainbowRoom #BobWeir #BobWeirtributeconcert

The deadline to apply for the scholarships is March 1.

"Swingposium" is an immersive experience with taiko, jazz, and swing dance recounts the resilience of Japanese Americans in World War II internment camps.

Six golf Hall of Famers will play in the upcoming PGA Tour Champions season opener on the Big Island: Ernie Els, Bernhard Langer, Fred Couples, Retief Goosen, David Love III and Vijay Singh. #MitsubishiElectricChampionship #PGATourChampions #ErnieEls

Applications, available through the county's Electronic Processing and Information Center, allow applicants to perform a variety of work, including a new driveway approach, private waterline installation, sidewalk repair, etc.

The medical school was one of 11 teams selected to receive funding from the association's Transforming Lifelong Learning Through Precision Education Grant Program.

Some of the incidents involved vehicles that were left unlocked.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs and its partners Culinary Institute of the Pacific and Culinary Institute of America are providing support by offering the 5-day intensive program at Kapiʻolani Community College in Honolulu and financial assistance.

According to police, investigators believe speed and alcohol are factors in the collision.

The new playground features all new play equipment — including spinners, a large basket swing and various challenging climbing structures; a new synthetic turf safety surfacing system also was installed.

The free, family-friendly festival Saturday night (Jan. 17) features four stages, more than 20 bands and more than 40 food and craft vendors; among highlights of this year will be the first KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa performance by High Watah and return of legendary duo Ho‘onu‘a.

The clinics are aimed at helping Hawaiʻi's sole proprietors and small business owners fortify their operations against online threats; the inaugural clinic — focusing on 'cyber hygiene' — is Jan. 21 via Zoom.

Traffic Alert: Route 19 is closed for approximately 3 hours after an accident. #HPD #BigIslandNow

Union leaders' staffing levels and stalled contract talks prompt strike notice. #KaiserPermanente #BigIslandNow

Health officials retesting water at Kahaluu Beach Park #highbacteria #DOH #BigIslandNow

The publication offers data about defense spending, workforce trends and local business participation, plus more, throughout Hawai‘i.

The Keanakolu bunkhouse and ranger cabins in the Hilo Forest Reserve on Hawaiʻi Island have reopened for camping after being closed since October for drought and dry conditions. #Keanakolubunkhouse #DOFAW #HiloForestReserve

The capital improvement funds announced by Big Island state Sen. Lorraine Inouye will be used for construction, improvements and maintenance at the Big Island center in Hilo, helping ensure a safe and supportive space for keiki and families in East Hawaiʻi.

Wendy Hensel, who began her tenure Jan. 1, 2025, as the university's 16th president, framed the speech as an opportunity to reflect on progress while charting a clear path forward for the university.

These popular events — part of ongoing police community outreach — are intentionally informal with no agenda; conversation topics can range from sharing personal stories to discussing neighborhood issues.

If you're looking to be serenaded or just want to listen to some great live music, several Big Island venues — including all of Downtown Hilo for one night — have you covered during the upcoming week.

The National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu expects surf building to 7 to 10 feet along western shorelines of the Big Island, bringing with it strong breaking waves and strong currents that will make swimming and other ocean activities dangerous.

"We want to better understand how this proposed merger will meet the needs of Hawai‘i’s communities," says a statement from the healthcare organization about the proposed partnership.

It is yet to be determined if temblor swarms following Episode 40 of the Big Island volcano's ongoing episodic eruption that began Dec. 23, 2024, will impact lava fountaining activity at the surface.

State superintendent of schools reports to board that changes at federal level are an unknown variable in the budget equation for state heading into the 2026 legislative session, causing difficulty for Hawai'i education officials to find a solution.

Authorities say there were no signs of foul play in the death of a Kona man last month. #HPD #BigIslandNow

Landmark proposal aims to strengthen care statewide and deliver long-term benefits for Hawaiʻi families by expanding access and improving affordability.

The 61-year-old from Kurtistown pleaded guilty in August 2025 to filing false tax returns for calendar years 2016 through 2020, in which he underreported his business income.

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found no evidence that indigenous people over-hunted birds to extinction.

The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaiʻi filed a lawsuit in Hawai‘i District Court on Tuesday, petitioning for the release of a Hawai‘i Island resident who they say was unlawfully detained five months ago for his immigration status. #HawaiiIslandimmigration #ACLUofHawaii

The powerful online tool is designed to empower policymakers, advocates and community members with accessible, localized data about critical well-being metrics throughout the islands.

Many of the priorities have been discussed over the past several sessions, including housing, healthcare, education, food security and more.

The chatbots, with names such as ‘Bow and Moa, are designed to be one of the many components that constitute a "common standard care" for University of Hawai'i students systemwide.

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Zonta Club of Hilo’s 2026 awards and scholarships available for women are now outlined online.

Hilo Airport had its second-driest December in the past 35 years and its driest calendar year since 1949; however, some sites in West Hawai‘i saw above-average rainfall to end 2025 and throughout the year.

The National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu expects southwest winds of 40 to 50 mph atop the mauna, with gusts up to 65 mph.

To ensure Hawai‘i public school students are prepared for life after high school, the state will require students to complete a financial literacy educational opportunity beginning in the 2026-27 school year.

Registration is open for a free food safety workshop on Thursday, Jan. 15, that is designed to strengthen food safety practices in Hawaiʻi. #foodsafetytraining #bigislandnow

Warrants have been issued for the arrests of two Hawaiʻi Island police officers for a case in May 2023 stemming from unconstitutional searches of an arrestee’s belongings. #HawaiiIslandpolice

Steen Christensen was announced as president, effective Jan. 13, according to a news release from Young Brothers. He succeeds Frank Almaraz, who joined Young Brothers in July 2025 as Interim President during a leadership transition.

The transfer station will be open for drop-off recycling, scrap metal, white goods, cardboard, and glass, in addition to trash service.

Water will be shut off while work is being done by Hawai‘i County's Department of Water Supply.