Hawaii News Working Families Caucus, community advocates introduce 2026 proposed bill package
Community Rep. Tokuda to kick off town halls in state, including Kauaʻi
‘Activations of Ea’ interactive exhibit coming to a University of Hawaiʻi library near you
The exhibit expands to a statewide tour this spring, including exhibition dates at Kauaʻi Community College; it centers on Hawaiian history while inviting communities to actively engage with ea — life, air, breath, sovereignty, rural, independence. January 30, 2026 · 05:00am
UPDATE: Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau north and west shorelines now under high surf warning
The warning replaces a high surf advisory that was previously issued for the same shores; surf is expected to build to heights in the 20- to 30-foot range along north-facing shores and 20- to 25-foot...Community Admiral’s visit showcases Pacific Missile Range Facility Barking Sands team
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$5M National Science Foundation award to address outdated wastewater infrastructure
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Hawaiʻi State Energy Office secures $1.8M to advance energy, land use, disaster planning
2026 bill package proposed by Hawaiʻi Women’s Legislative Caucus supports women…
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Hawaiʻi Legislature Keiki Caucus introduces 2026 bill package, focused on 5 priorities
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Working Families Caucus, community advocates introduce 2026 proposed bill package
The package includes five measures to be considered by state lawmakers, targeting issues such as child care, health care and cost-of-living relief.
German visitor and minor rescued on Kalalau Trail along Kauaʻi’s Napali Coast
Kauaʻi Fire Department’s Air 1 helicopter rescued a 51-year-old German hiker and a minor facing distress on Kalalau Trail, following a delay due to ongoing search efforts at Kahili Beach.
Rep. Tokuda to kick off town halls in state, including Kauaʻi
The lawmaker will discuss policies affecting Hawaiʻi, address concerns about the Trump administration and answer questions from community members.
Admiral’s visit showcases Pacific Missile Range Facility Barking Sands team
U.S. Navy Region Hawai’i Commander Rear Adm. Brad Collins made a point to spend a good chunk of his time while on base speaking with sailors of all ranks and asking how U.S. Navy Region Hawai‘i can better support the Barking Sands facility.
Volcano Watch: When it rained rocks; tephra falls far and wide during Kīlauea Episode 41
Strong updrafts coupled with light winds blowing to the east and north sent lava fragments — called tephra — from those molten rock geysers over much of Puna, into Hilo and falling along the eastern edge of Kaʻū; learn more now!
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Hawaii News
Working Families Caucus, community advocates introduce 2026 proposed bill package
The package includes five measures to be considered by state lawmakers, targeting issues such as child care, health care and cost-of-living relief.
German visitor and minor rescued on Kalalau Trail along Kauaʻi’s Napali Coast
Kauaʻi Fire Department’s Air 1 helicopter rescued a 51-year-old German hiker and a minor facing distress on Kalalau Trail, following a delay due to ongoing search efforts at Kahili Beach.
Rep. Tokuda to kick off town halls in state, including Kauaʻi
The lawmaker will discuss policies affecting Hawaiʻi, address concerns about the Trump administration and answer questions from community members.
Volcano Watch: When it rained rocks; tephra falls far and wide during Kīlauea Episode 41
Strong updrafts coupled with light winds blowing to the east and north sent lava fragments — called tephra — from those molten rock geysers over much of Puna, into Hilo and falling along the eastern edge of Kaʻū; learn more now!
Kaiser Permanente strike enters 5th day as health care workers walk out
According to union officials, thousands of healthcare workers are participating in a nationwide strike at Kaiser Permanente, now in its fifth day, to protest unsafe staffing levels and heavy workloads.
‘No work, no school, no shopping’: American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaiʻi supports planned ‘National Shutdown’
There are more than 300 registered actions and events set for today throughout the nation, calling on people, organizations and communities to “strike” and demand a stop to federal government-sponsored violence being inflicted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, agents against peaceful protestors in Minneapolis, Minn., and elsewhere.
Big Island News
Put your language skills to good use: Register now for 2026 court interpreter orientation workshops
Freelance court interpreters are paid a minimum $35 an hour; completion of the 2-day workshop is required.
New analysis finds Hawaiʻi reef fish did not recover after aquarium collecting ended
“These findings are significant because aquarium collecting has repeatedly been justified by claims of sustainability and rapid reef fish recovery once harvesting stops,” said For the Fishes Executive Director Rene Umberger. “Those claims are not supported by what actually happened on Hawaiʻi reefs.”
Maui News
Duke’s Maui elevates support for local surf community as new title sponsor of ‘Legends of the Bay’
Duke’s Maui has officially stepped up as the title sponsor for the Hawaii Surfing Association’s “Legends of the Bay” contest, deepening its longstanding commitment to the West Maui community. Building on years of involvement as a food sponsor, this move honors the legacy of Duke Kahanamoku by ensuring the longevity of one of the island’s most cherished […]
P. Denise La Costa announces candidacy for Maui County Mayor
P. Denise La Costa, a Maui community leader and business owner, announced that she is running for Maui County Mayor. The news was shared during a press conference Thursday, fronting the County Building in Wailuku.
County of Maui Office of Recovery to hold special permitting workshop for commercial property owners
The County of Maui Office of Recovery invites commercial property owners who lost property in Lahaina during the 2023 Maui wildfires to attend a dedicated commercial permitting workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Morgado Hall at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului.
American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaiʻi supports ‘strike’ to stop US Immigration and Customs Enforcement violence
There are more than 300 registered actions and events set for today throughout the nation, calling on people, organizations and communities to "strike" and demand a stop to federal government-sponsored violence being inflicted by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, agents against peaceful protestors in Minneapolis, Minn., and elsewhere.
