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Hawaii News WATCH: Hayashi reports fiscal landscape uncertain heading into 2026 legislative session

High surf warning issued for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau shores as large swell approaches
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning for the north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, with waves expected to reach up to 40 feet. January 14, 2026 · 03:55pm
Colorado visitor rescued off Kaua‘i trail after suffering an apparent hip injury
The hiker was rescued off the Cliff Trail.Community U.S. Open Mini Golf Championship coming to Kaua‘i North Shore in spring 2026
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Water service shutdown, lane closure set for portions of Wailuā Homesteads on Jan. 15

Bishop Museum offers new Botany Checklist mapping history of Hawaiʻi’s flora
Kaua‘i News
High surf warning issued for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau shores as large swell approaches
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning for the north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, with waves expected to reach up to 40 feet.
UPDATE: Wind advisory extended through midnight as strong winds hit Kauaʻi
The National Weather Service has extended the wind advisory through midnight tonight and is forecasting powerful wind gusts of up to 50 mph.
Kaua‘i County Finance Department awarded 2025 90+ cashVest Award from three+one
The award from the nationally recognized financial technology company gives the county department national distinction, highlighting its excellence in public-sector cash and liquidity management; achieving benchmark reflects a high level of stewardship and strong commitment to maximizing the value of public dollars.
WATCH: Hayashi reports fiscal landscape uncertain heading into 2026 legislative session
State superintendent of schools reports to board that changes at federal level are an unknown variable in the budget equation for state, causing difficulty for Hawai’i education officials to find a solution.
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WATCH: Hayashi reports fiscal landscape uncertain heading into 2026 legislative session
State superintendent of schools reports to board that changes at federal level are an unknown variable in the budget equation for state, causing difficulty for Hawai’i education officials to find a solution.
U.S. Open Mini Golf Championship coming to Kaua‘i North Shore in spring 2026
National tournament to debut in May at Anaina Hou Community Park in Kīlauea, bringing elite competition, visitor spending and community impact to the Garden Isle.
Kaiser issues statement in response to proposed Hawai‘i Medical Service Association, Hawai‘i Pacific Health merger
“We want to better understand how this proposed merger will meet the needs of Hawai‘i’s communities,” says a statement from the healthcare organization about the proposed partnership.
Study debunks long-held myth of Native Hawaiians causing waterbird extinctions
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found no evidence that indigenous people over-hunted birds to extinction.
Big Island News
Interim Police Chief addresses arrests of two Hawaiʻi Island officers
Officers Blane Kenolio and Noah Serrao pled not guilty Wednesday to charges stemming from a May 2023 case involving alleged unconstitutional searches of an arresteeʻs belongings.
Hawaiʻi Island Police confirm identity of man found deceased on Kaiwi Street
Hawaiʻi Island police have identified the deceased man found last month in Kailua-Kona.
Maui News
Seabury Hall Performing Arts presents ‘Art with Heart 2026: Love from Within’
Seabury Hall Performing Arts will present "Art with Heart 2026: Love from Within" on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at the ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center on the Seabury Hall campus.
January live music series begins this week at The Shops at Wailea
The Shops at Wailea has announced three upcoming concerts, featuring Nevah Too Late, Rama Camarillo and Jason Arcilla.
ʻThanks dawg’: How UH’s AI chatbots are transforming student support
The University of Hawaiʻi has doubled down on the use of AI chatbots across all 10 of its campuses to help support students' well-being in and out of the classroom.
House Majority outlines top priorities for 2026 legislative session
The Hawaiʻi State Legislature will convene in regular session on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, marking the second year of the 33rd Legislature. As the legislative session begins, the House Majority Caucus has outlined its top priorities for the upcoming year.


