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State Senate Ways and Means Committee sets 2026 budget informational briefings

The purpose of the briefings is to ensure public dollars are being spent responsibly and on priorities that meet the needs of Hawai’i’s residents prior to the start of the legislative session.

Hawaiʻi reacts to rare tornado warning on Niʻihau

A rare tornado warning was briefly issued for Niʻihau, at the northern end of the Hawaiian Islands, early Friday as an unusual storm system moved in, but no damage was reported.

UH medical training, research get $2.2M boost from Helmsley Charitable Trust

The grants — one to University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center for the new groundbreaking Ho‘ōla Early Phase Clinical Research Center and the other to John A. Burns School of Medicine to upgrade simulation and training resources — reinforce Helmsley’s commitment to strengthening health infrastructure and workforce capacity in Hawaiʻi.

Kauaʻi’s Office of Economic Development opens applications for 4th annual youth climate class

Kauaʻi’s Office of Economic Development is now accepting applications for its prestigious Youth Climate Class, a transformative program beginning in February.

New independent measurements of universe expansion rate deepen cosmic mystery

New results — which were made using a variety of ground and space-based telescopes including W. M. Keck Observatory on the Big Island — strengthen the “Hubble tension,” a cosmic disagreement that could point to new physics governing the universe.

Financial Ally Goal Achiever title earned by Hawai‘i Green Infrastructure Authority

Better Buildings & Better Plants partners saved more than $24 billion in energy costs to date, and financial allies extended $41 billion for projects that improve energy performance.
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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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State Senate Ways and Means Committee sets 2026 budget informational briefings

The purpose of the briefings is to ensure public dollars are being spent responsibly and on priorities that meet the needs of Hawai’i’s residents prior to the start of the legislative session.

UH medical training, research get $2.2M boost from Helmsley Charitable Trust

The grants — one to University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center for the new groundbreaking Ho‘ōla Early Phase Clinical Research Center and the other to John A. Burns School of Medicine to upgrade simulation and training resources — reinforce Helmsley’s commitment to strengthening health infrastructure and workforce capacity in Hawaiʻi.

New independent measurements of universe expansion rate deepen cosmic mystery

New results — which were made using a variety of ground and space-based telescopes including W. M. Keck Observatory on the Big Island — strengthen the “Hubble tension,” a cosmic disagreement that could point to new physics governing the universe.

Financial Ally Goal Achiever title earned by Hawai‘i Green Infrastructure Authority

Better Buildings & Better Plants partners saved more than $24 billion in energy costs to date, and financial allies extended $41 billion for projects that improve energy performance.

Key Hirono-led provisions included in FY 2026 defense bill passed by U.S. Senate

The fiscal year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act includes more than $1.1 billion for infrastructure in Hawai‘i and includes language encouraging the U.S. Army to fully develop and communicate plans for leased training lands — such as those at Pōhakuloa on the Big Island.

Football-field-sized balloon launched over Antarctica to solve mystery of dark matter

Unlocking the mystery of dark matter would help to get a grasp on what most of the universe is actually made of and potentially reveal fundamental new physics that could revolutionize the understanding of how everything works.

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Helmsley awards more than $2.2M to advance UH medical training, research

The grants — one to University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center for the new groundbreaking Ho‘ōla Early Phase Clinical Research Center and the other to John A. Burns School of Medicine to upgrade simulation and training resources — reinforce Helmsley’s commitment to strengthening health infrastructure and workforce capacity in Hawaiʻi.

Early trial results of bird flu vaccine on Hawaiian monk seals leave researchers optimistic

With the avian flu virus having killed more than 17,000 southern elephant seal pups in Argentina, researchers on the Big Island are trying to protect endangered Hawaiian monk seals by giving them the vaccine.

Hilton Waikōloa Village welcomes back popular weekly food truck gathering

Weekly Monday night Village Street Eats returns, bringing local flavors to resort guests and the community.

Unwrap these tips before visiting Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park for the holidays

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park rangers want visitors to have a safe and memorable adventure this holiday season. Safety is their top priority, but it is your responsibility.

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Top consumer frauds outlined as DCCA warns of scammers trying steal holiday spirit

Drawing on data from an annual survey of top consumer threats, DCCA’s Commissioner of Securities, Ty Y. Nohara, has identified top consumer frauds and threats to watch out for this holiday season.

Volunteers replant Keawaiki Park at Lahaina Harbor with native plants

On Dec. 6, representatives from the three Lahaina Rotary Clubs, Treecovery, and the Lahaina Restoration Foundation came together to replant Keawaiki Park with native Hawaiian trees, groundcover and vines.

Maui Weather Forecast for December 21, 2025

A strong, dominating surface high builds north of the Hawaiian Islands resulting in trades making a return through much of next week. Trades will strengthen...

In a year of federal cuts and fading fire recovery funds, Maui nonprofits hold fast

Government shutdown and pause in SNAP benefits at the end of the year spurred even more need in the community.