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Hawaiʻi Foodbank Kauaʻi to host gala in hopes of raising funds for food security

Funds raised at the gala will help Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i continue its work to provide fresh, healthy, and locally grown foods to tables through its partner agencies, school pantries, and mobile pantry distributions.

Repaving work scheduled for road in Kīlauea

The closure begins on Wednesday and will continue through Dec. 19, weather permitting.

Learn more about state’s plan to battle invasive species in Hawai‘i through new website

The website is designed to better coordinate and document programs and activities in the battle against invasive species statewide.

Kauaʻi police seek help identifying six persons of interest for an assault in Līhu‘e

The incident happened in the early morning of Nov. 21 at the Anchor Cove Shopping Center parking lot.

No injuries reported following fire at mini mart on Kaua‘i

Damages to the structure and contents are estimated at $308,000.

Show University of Hawaiʻi students they are supported by making a gift on Giving Tuesday

Make a meaningful difference in a University of Hawaiʻi student’s life this Giving Tuesday; help them stay focused when unexpected challenges arise and know they are cared for, valued and able to thrive.
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The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours
Nāpali Coast: Breathtaking shoreline filmed for many Hollywood films
Nāpali Coast: A ‘Biodiversity Hotspot,’ but with many endangered species to protect

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Learn more about state’s plan to battle invasive species in Hawai‘i through new website

The website is designed to better coordinate and document programs and activities in the battle against invasive species statewide.

Show University of Hawaiʻi students they are supported by making a gift on Giving Tuesday

Make a meaningful difference in a University of Hawaiʻi student’s life this Giving Tuesday; help them stay focused when unexpected challenges arise and know they are cared for, valued and able to thrive.

State celebrates 2025 recipient of Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award on World AIDS Day

Kunane Dreier is this year’s award recipient, being honored for his outstanding contributions to HIV services in Hawai‘i.

Veterans Affairs houses largest number of homeless veterans in 7 years

Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Health Care System helped house 459 veterans locally during fiscal year 2025.

U.S. Postal Service ready to deliver Hawai‘i’s holiday season mail, shipping needs

Members of the public are encouraged to follow the USPS online holiday hub for all their holiday shipping information.

Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank

The improved understanding of how the south flank of Kīlauea behaves is part of the legacy of the 1975 Kalapana earthquake.

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UPDATE: County officials restore beach access after high surf advisory is lifted

The National Weather Service has canceled the high surf advisory for the north and west-facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island, allowing all previously closed beach parks to reopen.

Hilo lose businesses, homes and loved ones in tragic fires over the weekend

"This is a reminder that tomorrow is never promised and to tell your loved ones that you love them because we never know what may happen and in a blink of an eye everything can be taken from you." — Raquela Benevides

Hilo fires over Thanksgiving weekend raise alarm about safety of county’s aging buildings, infrastructure

Hawaiʻi County Fire Chief Kazuo Todd said the fires are not connected and are under investigation.

Lawmakers to discuss scams, fraud crimes ahead of holiday season

During the briefing, the committee will also explore ideas aimed at reducing fraud crimes in Hawaiʻi, especially those targeting kūpuna.

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$2.5M grant from Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez Bezos awarded to program helping Hawaiʻi youth experiencing homelessness

Residential Youth & Empowerment Services (RYSE), a nonprofit organization that works to equip families and communities to end the cycle of homelessness, today announced that it has received a $2.5 million grant from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos through the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund.

Maui Council passes vacation rental phase-out bill on first reading with 5-3 vote

The Maui County Council passed the contentious Bill 9 on first reading Monday, advancing a measure that would phase out thousands of transient vacation rentals currently operating in apartment-zoned districts, mostly in South and West Maui. The measure passed by a vote of 5-3 following a daylong meeting that included hours of emotional public testimony […]

Lahaina students design Hawaiʻi’s ornaments for National Christmas Tree display in D.C.

Students from Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary School are bringing the aloha spirit to the nation’s capital this holiday season. Young artists in grades K–5 will have their hand-drawn ornament designs on display at the 2025 National Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

Maui microtransit options explored for Kula-Upcountry and Waiheʻe-Kahului, Dec. 10

Microtransit is an on-demand, technology-enabled shared transportation service that uses smaller vehicles to provide flexible rides that are more responsive to passenger needs than traditional buses. The more frequent, flexible service would enhance fixed Maui Bus routes.