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Surfer Koa Smith, 38, suffered severe injuries to both legs from an 8-foot Galapagos shark attack today while surfing at Kaikoos off South Shore and crawled for help at Cromwell’s Beach, and he is receiving treatment at The Queen’s Medical Center + is expected to fully recover within six weeks.

Local company Oysters Hawaiʻi, launched by sisters Allie Chu and Julie Chu Fieman, is set to debut the 'Spicy Hawaiian' flavor at the Made in Hawaiʻi Festival today, honoring co-founder Hopena Pokipala.

The business now caters across the islands and nationally after a pandemic start.

Iolani Palace will host a free Kamaʻāina Sunday event on June 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to honor Hōkūleʻa’s 50th anniversary with hula, live music, a panel discussion, voyaging demonstrations, and self-led audio tours (for residents with valid ID) along with greetings from local officials.

Honolulu singer Adam Nagai is competing on Produce 101 Japan and has advanced to the finals, where viewers can cast votes that count twice today between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Hawaii time via the Mnet app—his win could lead him to debut in a new boy band.

Lahaina is set to transform its historic district into a sacred cultural site as the county advances the Royal Complex Master Plan.

Officials are asking residents to complete an online survey while aiming to finish the initial master plan by next spring.

Starting July 18, visitors can join limited guided tours at Honouliuli National Historic Site in Kunia with Hawaii’s Plantation Village.

The outdoor tour requires walking a half-mile unpaved trail—each Saturday only 22 spots are available on a first-come basis with a waitlist option.

Waikiki Aquarium celebrates World Ocean Month with a series of events focused on ocean conservation and marine science.

Families can join today's beach cleanup at Sand Island Boat Ramp, a youth art exhibit starting Friday, and other educational programs throughout June.

Kīlauea reached its 48th eruptive episode on Jun.

5, breaking the previous Puʻu ʻŌʻō record—scientists say its towering lava fountains provided new insights into magma movement.

A study by Hawaiʻi Health Intelligence Platform found that 69% of provider listings in insurance directories were ghost networks and only 31% were accepting new patients.

The analysis from March shows many practices are unreachable, which may delay care for patients seeking timely appointments.

UH Mānoa Athletics selected Hawaii News Now as its broadcast partner in a four-year deal that begins July 1.

The agreement shifts UH sports from cable to free over-the-air coverage through K5 with 110 home events and a dedicated streaming channel, supporting local student training.

Joshua Walker, a former assistant coach with the men’s team, was hired Friday as the new head coach of the Rainbow Wahine volleyball team at UH — replacing Robyn Ah Mow after nine seasons.

Walker brings a strong history from his time on UH's championship teams.