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Officials monitors possible tsunami risk to Hawai’i after Japan quake
Officials are monitoring for tsunami activity after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Honshu, Japan, though they say there is no immediate threat to Kauaʻi.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration designates University of Hawaiʻi as new reef research institute
“This new institute combines [University of Hawaiʻi]’s strengths in cutting-edge, ocean-related research and our collaborative, place-based approach to working with resource managers throughout Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to protect our vital coral reefs,” said University of Hawaiʻi Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Chad Walton.
Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election; opens door for Kawakami
With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi’s second highest position.
Hawaiʻi Coffee Association welcomes new executive director to help drive strategic planning initiatives forward
Abigail Munoz with Monarch Coffee was unanimously elected by the board, “and she was absolutely the right person for this role,” said Hawaiʻi Coffee Association President Ryson Nakamasu.
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Officials monitors possible tsunami risk to Hawai’i after Japan quake
Officials are monitoring for tsunami activity after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Honshu, Japan, though they say there is no immediate threat to Kauaʻi.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration designates University of Hawaiʻi as new reef research institute
“This new institute combines [University of Hawaiʻi]’s strengths in cutting-edge, ocean-related research and our collaborative, place-based approach to working with resource managers throughout Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to protect our vital coral reefs,” said University of Hawaiʻi Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Chad Walton.
Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announces she will not seek re-election; opens door for Kawakami
With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi’s second highest position.
Hawaiʻi Coffee Association welcomes new executive director to help drive strategic planning initiatives forward
Abigail Munoz with Monarch Coffee was unanimously elected by the board, “and she was absolutely the right person for this role,” said Hawaiʻi Coffee Association President Ryson Nakamasu.
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Officials monitor possible tsunami risk to Hawai’i after Japan earthquake
Officials are monitoring for tsunami activity after a powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Honshu, Japan, though they say there is no immediate threat to the state.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 20, 2026
An upper level trough passing through the Hawaii region on Monday will keep high and middle level clouds over the islands with brief showers and chances for a...
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Maui Surf Forecast for April 20, 2026
Swell and surf will remain small along all shores through late Monday. A small, medium period, northwest swell will move across the waters Monday night...
State prevails in federal lawsuit that had sought to block Hawaiʻi’s claims against major fossil fuel companies
The state of Hawaiʻi today secured a significant legal victory in federal court, with the US District Court for the District of Hawaiʻi issuing an order dismissing a lawsuit filed by the United States, that sought to stop Hawaiʻi’s separate lawsuit filed in state court against major fossil fuel companies.
Rep. Tokuda leads House floor debate, urges swift passage of disaster aid for farmers
US Rep. Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) led floor debate for Democrats in support of H.R. 1011, the Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act, urging its immediate passage to enhance federal disaster assistance programs for farmers recovering from natural disasters like the devastating Kona Low storms.
Lieutenant Governor Sylvia Luke will not seek re-election
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke announced today that she will not seek re-election to a second term. In a statement, Luke said, “This weekend, after a long discussion with my family and close friends, I decided not to seek re-election to a second term as Lieutenant Governor."


