Hawaii News First monthly emergency siren test in 2026 scheduled
Kauai News Reminder: Firecracker permit applications still available on Kaua‘i
High surf building for shores of Ni‘ihau, Kaua‘i
The advisory is slated to last until 6 a.m. Wednesday. December 29, 2025 · 07:55am
New research into Cookiecutter shark bridges Hawai‘i knowledge with modern science
The study analyzed a larger dataset than previous research, examining bite patterns recorded across Hawaiʻi’s longline fisheries over many years.Community Collaborative design meeting to engage public in shaping Haleko Road next month
Hawaii News Navy Region Hawaiʻi Commander promoted to Two-Star Flag Officer
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Kaua‘i News
Gov. Green appoints acting chair of DLNR while Dawn Chang out on medical leave
DLNR’s Deputy Director Ryan Kanaka‘ole will serve as acting chair and director of the state agency, effective immediately.
First monthly emergency siren test in 2026 scheduled
The all-hazard Outdoor Siren Warning System for Public Safety is one part of the Hawai‘i Statewide Alert and Warning System used to notify the public during emergencies.
Reminder: Firecracker permit applications still available on Kaua‘i
Kaua‘i County Fire officials remind the public that fireworks and firecrackers may only be ignited on private property between 9 p.m. on Dec. 31 and 1 a.m. on Jan. 1.
High surf building for shores of Ni‘ihau, Kaua‘i
The advisory is slated to last until 6 a.m. Wednesday.
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Hawaii News
Gov. Green appoints acting chair of DLNR while Dawn Chang out on medical leave
DLNR’s Deputy Director Ryan Kanaka‘ole will serve as acting chair and director of the state agency, effective immediately.
First monthly emergency siren test in 2026 scheduled
The all-hazard Outdoor Siren Warning System for Public Safety is one part of the Hawai‘i Statewide Alert and Warning System used to notify the public during emergencies.
New research into Cookiecutter shark bridges Hawai‘i knowledge with modern science
The study analyzed a larger dataset than previous research, examining bite patterns recorded across Hawaiʻi’s longline fisheries over many years.
Navy Region Hawaiʻi Commander promoted to Two-Star Flag Officer
Adm. Stephen Koehler, US Pacific Fleet commander, promoted Rear Adm. Brad Collins, Navy Region Hawaiʻi commander, to the rank of Rear Adm. during a ceremony, aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial, Dec 23, 2025.
Big Island News
Hawaiʻi governor appoints acting chair of DLNR with Dawn Chang out on medical leave
DLNR's Deputy Director Ryan Kanaka‘ole will serve as acting chair and director of the state agency in the absence of Dawn Chang.
Public meeting scheduled to discuss upcoming munitions cleanup in South Kohala
The meeting, which will take place on Jan. 12 at 10 a.m., will provide updates for the Munitions Response Site Project 18 at the Waimea-Kohala Airport.
Maui News
Lahaina wildfire survivors among beneficiaries of Bank of Hawaiʻi fundraising campaign
A grant program designed to keep Lahaina families in their homes is among the initiatives receiving support following a record-breaking $623,000 fundraising campaign by Bank of Hawai‘i employees and retirees. The 2025 Live Kōkua Giving Campaign, which concluded Oct. 31, directed a portion of its corporate proceeds toward the Holomua Collective. The organization’s Lahaina Homeowner […]
Jackie Keefe announces run for Hawaiʻi State House, District 14 on Maui
Community advocate Jackie Keefe announced her candidacy for the Hawaiʻi State House of Representatives, District 14, which includes Kahakuloa, Waiheʻe, portions of Waiehu and Māʻalaea, Lahaina and Honokahua.
