New HPU program will train physician assistants
Hawaii Pacific University is now accepting applications for its Master of Medical Science-Physician Assistant Program, the first of its kind in the state. Read more
Hawaii Pacific University is now accepting applications for its Master of Medical Science-Physician Assistant Program, the first of its kind in the state. Read more
City officials today announced that the Mahatma Gandhi statue, which toppled off its base last August, has been fully restored, and is back at its spot at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues in Waikiki. Read more
Police said at about 12:40 p.m., the 68-year-old man was riding a 2012 Harley-Davidson Switchback northwest on Pulehu Road when he attempted to overtake a vehicle despite a double-solid, yellow line. Read more
The two companies announced the acquisition today, which is expected to close on Oct. 1, pending approval of Kauai Shrimp’s lessors. Read more
The level of COVID-19 circulating in Hawaii appears to have peaked, based on the latest metrics released by the state Department of Health today, but are still at high levels. Read more
The EPA said it worked alongside other agencies to help restore drinking water and wastewater services to the community impacted by wildfires in Lahaina. Read more
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As the number of dairy cows infected with H5N1 bird flu continues to grow and spread to multiple states in the U.S., Hawaii is hoping to keep the virus away. Read more
The settlement is with Chinese American TV host Yue-Sai Kan, trustee of Yue-Sai Kan Trust, which owns Unit 1 at Marconi Point Condominiums. Read more
Chang replaces Jill Hoggard Green, who had held the positions since 2019. Read more
The nearly $10 million contract begins Jan. 1, 2025 and lasts through Dec. 31, 2028. Read more
Hundreds of unionized nurses Tuesday morning held signs in front of three hospitals across Oahu, eliciting honks from passing cars, as they called for safer staffing levels. Read more
Biologists determined the damage was recent due to the fresh, white coloration of the coral skeleton exposed from impact. Read more
Maui County said it plans to work with Lanai residents to determine the best use of the prime location. Read more
DOH said the two newest cases involved individuals who traveled to a region where dengue is known to be spread but did not specify where, and that teams were deployed for inspection and mosquito control in affected areas. Read more
Lisa “Kali” Crampton, a conservation biologist, feels a mix of sadness and hope when it comes to the impending loss of the akikiki, or Kauai creeper, from the isle’s forests. Read more
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has fined two Oahu nurseries for violations of agricultural worker protection rules. Read more
In the first six months of 2024, state officials counted 45 deadly collisions on Hawaii island roads, including a head-on collision in North Kona. Read more
After two sets of bids and protests, the state said contracts for ground ambulance emergency services on Kauai and Maui will be awarded to American Medical Response. Read more
Hawaii’s six confirmed travel-related dengue cases so far this year include one on Maui and five on Oahu. Read more
Two approved legislative bills addressing Hawaii’s growing invasive species problems are among the 17 on the chopping block. Read more
Bikeshare Hawaii launched Biki in June 2017 with $2 million in startup funds from the city and state, and an initial rollout of 100 Biki stops across urban Honolulu. Read more