‘Īao Valley emergency flood repairs approved; but questions arise about long-term impacts to river : Maui Now
The severely eroded banks of a riverfront property in ‘Īao Valley are seen on April 24, 2026, a…
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…
Community urged to join monthlong effort against invasive species in Hawaiʻi : Maui Now
Puerto Rican coqui frog, introduced to Hawaiʻi, where it can be a carrier host of the rat lungworm…
Peak monk seal pupping season is underway; public reminded to give seals space : Maui Now
April 18, 2026, 8:00 AM HST Kaimana monk seals (May 1, 2024). PC: DLNR Hawaiian monk seal peak…
Legacy Land Conservation Grants awarded to five projects on Maui and Molokaʻi : Maui Now
April 1, 2026, 5:00 AM HST East Maui Coastal Forest; Legacy Land Conservation Grant awardees FY 26. PC:…
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…
Monk seal finds shady spot under beach chairs along Maui’s North Shore : Big Island Now
Monk seal moves up crowded beach along North Shore of Maui. (12.30.25) PC: Dan Kerr and Dona Nabata…
Monk seal finds shady spot under beach chairs along Maui’s North Shore : Maui Now
Monk seal moves up crowded beach along North Shore of Maui. (12.30.25) PC: Dan Kerr and Dona Nabata…
DLNR recruiting for state conservation officers
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources is looking to hire state conservation officers.…
Nēnē that lost mate has found new partner and is once again nesting in Hilo park : Big Island Now
Signs posted after nēnē seen nesting in Lili‘uokalani Parks in Hilo in December 2025. (Photo courtesy: DLNR) A…
Hawaiʻi County leaders outline needs, priorities to state senators during Big Island visit : Big Island Now
Before Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda formed his state legislative priorities for the upcoming fiscal year, he put…
Live opossum found at Maui car dealership : Maui Now
November 25, 2025, 3:17 PM HST * Updated November 25, 4:17 PM The animal pictured here was captured…