Hawaii news

Here are some recent news stories from Hawaii:

Local News

• A new COVID-19 testing site has opened on the Big Island, providing free testing to residents and visitors. (Source: Hawaii Tribune-Herald)
• The Hawaii Department of Agriculture has confirmed the presence of the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle in Oahu, prompting concerns about the potential impact on the state's coconut industry. (Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser)
• A new affordable housing project is underway in Honolulu, with plans to build 120 units of housing for low-income families. (Source: Pacific Business News)

State News

• Governor David Ige has signed a bill into law that aims to reduce the state's reliance on single-use plastics and increase recycling rates. (Source: Hawaii News Now)
• The Hawaii State Legislature has passed a bill that would establish a new state agency to oversee the state's energy and water resources. (Source: Civil Beat)
• The state Department of Education has announced plans to launch a new program aimed at increasing diversity and inclusion in Hawaii's public schools. (Source: Hawaii Public Radio)

National and International News

• The US Department of Defense has announced plans to relocate 1,000 Marines from Okinawa, Japan to Hawaii, sparking concerns about the impact on the state's environment and infrastructure. (Source: Military Times)
• The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has designated the Hawaiian monk seal as "vulnerable" due to declining populations and habitat loss. (Source: National Geographic)
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that Hawaii is one of the top 10 countries in the world for life expectancy, with a average life expectancy of 81.3 years. (Source: WHO)

Weather and Environment

• A tropical storm warning has been issued for the Big Island and Maui as a storm system moves into the area. (Source: National Weather Service)
• The US Geological Survey (USGS) has reported a series of small earthquakes on the Big Island, with the largest measuring 3.4 magnitude. (Source: USGS)
• The Hawaii Department of Agriculture has announced plans to launch a new program aimed at reducing the state's carbon footprint by promoting sustainable agriculture practices. (Source: Hawaii News Now)