State seeks to fine 3 Big Island men for illegal take of 4,000 ‘opihi from marine reserve : Big Island Now
On Sept. 18, 2025, a community member witnessed a yellow-hulled vessel idling within the Ka‘ūpūlehu Marine Reserve off…
Dawn Chang to retire as director of the state Department of Land and Natural Resources : Maui Now
Department of Land and Natural Resources Chair Dawn Chang speaks on an episode “Hawaiʻi Conservation Kuleana.” She will…
Hawaiʻi officials worry bills to help property owners with coastal erosion could put public beaches at risk : Maui Now
Every day, Kahana resident Spencer Schmerling is reminded that the shoreline fronting his condominium is shrinking. “Safety risks…
Kanaka‘ole tapped as acting chair of the Department of Land and Natural Resources : Maui Now
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green announced that Ryan Kanaka‘ole will serve as acting chair of the Department of Land…
Agriculture inspectors in Hilo capture second skunk this month : Big Island Now
A second skunk was captured this month in Hilo by agriculture inspectors from the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture…
Discussions underway for $3 billion Thirty Meter Telescope to be built on alternative site on Mauna Kea : Big Island Now
While an ongoing debate persists about who holds ultimate decision-making authority for Mauna Kea, state leaders have been…
Long-term solutions being explored after dredging of Pohoiki Boat Ramp failed : Big Island Now
Pohoiki Boat Ramp. (Photo courtesy Rep. Greggor Ilagan) After the recent dredging at Pohoiki Boat Ramp failed, state…
Healthy coconut trees cut down on popular Kaua‘i trail; state staff reprimanded for not protecting natural resources : Big Island Now
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Land and Natural Resources is facing criticism from residents and outdoor enthusiasts after…