A proposed development that would transform one of Hawaii’s most famous black sand beaches into a new resort area – including condos, tennis courts, and a conference center – is facing ...

It’s one of the most famous black sand beaches in Hawaii. On the southeast coast of the island of Hawaii, aka the Big Island, the Punaluu beach is a popular stop for visitors who want to see ...

Lineal descendants of Punaluʻu and conservationists devise plans to permanently protect the land on Hawaiʻi island and its ...

Eventually, new beaches formed, like Pohoiki, a black sand beach that stretches for 1,000 feet on Hawaii's Big Island. Scientists based in the area aren't sure if the beach formed quickly after ...