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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.

Premium headwear brand melin opens new location at The Shops at Kukui‘ula

The Shops at Kukui‘ula location is melin’s first on Kaua‘i and will serve as a customer experience lab, offering visitors full brand immersion.

Wind advisory issued for areas over mountains, including portions of Kaua’i

The advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. today and includes north and east sections of the Garden Isle; winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts of 40 to 50 mph, are forecast.

Hawai‘i Appleseed launches new interactive Economic Justice Data Dashboard

The powerful online tool is designed to empower policymakers, advocates and community members with accessible, localized data about critical well-being metrics throughout the islands.

ʻThanks dawg’: How University of Hawaiʻi’s AI chatbots are transforming student support

The chatbots, with names such as ‘Bow and Moa, are designed to be one of the many components that constitute a “common standard care” for University of Hawai’i students systemwide.
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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

Hawaii News Chevron Forward

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.

Hawai‘i Appleseed launches new interactive Economic Justice Data Dashboard

The powerful online tool is designed to empower policymakers, advocates and community members with accessible, localized data about critical well-being metrics throughout the islands.

ʻThanks dawg’: How University of Hawaiʻi’s AI chatbots are transforming student support

The chatbots, with names such as ‘Bow and Moa, are designed to be one of the many components that constitute a “common standard care” for University of Hawai’i students systemwide.

New president takes helm at Young Brothers

Steen Christensen was announced as president, effective Jan. 13, according to a news release from Young Brothers. He succeeds Frank Almaraz, who joined Young Brothers in July 2025 as Interim President during a leadership transition.

Lab confirms native duck on Kaua‘i found sick in November died from avian flu

The Koloa Maoli was found sick on Nov. 26 at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei.

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Hawai‘i Senate leaders announce priorities for this legislative session

Many of the priorities have been discussed over the past several sessions, including housing, healthcare, education, food security and more.

Intro of University of Hawaiʻi AI chatbots transforming student support systemwide

The chatbots, with names such as ‘Bow and Moa, are designed to be one of the many components that constitute a "common standard care" for University of Hawai'i students systemwide.

Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing woman last seen in Puna

Anyone with information on the woman's whereabouts is asked to call the police non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.

Zonta Club offers total of $20K cash assistance through 5 awards, scholarships

Zonta Club of Hilo’s 2026 awards and scholarships available for women are now outlined online.

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Maintenance work to temporarily affect Waiehu Golf Course, Waiheʻe Beach Park

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced temporary service impacts at Waiehu Golf Course, Waiheʻe Beach Park in the coming weeks.

Rep. Case supports FY26 spending bills with funding for Hawaiʻi projects

US Rep. Ed Case voted this week in favor of a House measure advancing three of the 12 annual federal appropriations bills for fiscal year 2026, which begins Oct. 1, 2026.

Avian influenza case confirmed; no additional detections in Hawaiʻi

A case of avian influenza has now been confirmed in a Koloa Maoli (Hawaiian duck) found sick on Nov. 26 at the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei, Kauaʻi. The bird which died within 24 hours of being found was recently confirmed positive by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories.

Mālama Hāmākua Maui announces 2026 community events schedule

Mālama Hāmākua Maui has announced its 2026 schedule of community events, featuring a new series of conservation workshops and volunteer opportunities at Hāmākualoa Kūlaiwi off Hahana Road. The nonprofit organization is introducing a Kilo Workshop Series in partnership with the Kaulunani Urban and Community Forestry Program. The quarterly sessions are scheduled for Jan. 31, April […]