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    • UPDATE: High surf warning in effect noon Saturday through noon Monday for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau

    The National Weather Service's forecast calls for surf of 35 to 40 feet for north-facing shores, and 20 to 30 feet for west-facing shores.

    Kauai News Monthly statewide siren test will include audio broadcast segment on Monday

    Kauai News Trash pick-up delayed until Monday for three streets in Poʻipū

    The view from a continuous GPS station on Kīlauea’s south flank, looking over the Hilina and Hōlei Pali to the ocean. This instrument was installed in 1996 to monitor seaward motion of the south flank. (USGS photo by K. Kamibayashi)

    Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank

    The improved understanding of how the south flank of Kīlauea behaves is part of the legacy of the 1975 Kalapana earthquake. November 29, 2025 · 05:00am

    13 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Kauaʻi state roadways

    Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.

    Kauai News First responders rescue visitor on Kalalau Trail on Thanksgiving

    Hawaii News Governor’s military leased lands advisory panel meets for first time

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    Monthly statewide siren test will include audio broadcast segment on Monday

    The monthly test of Hawaiʻi’s all-hazard Outdoor Siren and Emergency Alert System will take place across the state at 11:45 a.m. on Monday.

    13 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Kauaʻi state roadways

    Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.

    UPDATE: High surf warning in effect noon Saturday through noon Monday for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau

    The National Weather Service’s forecast calls for surf of 35 to 40 feet for north-facing shores, and 20 to 30 feet for west-facing shores.

    Trash pick-up delayed until Monday for three streets in Poʻipū

    Trash collection is postponed for residences on Kiahuna Plantation Drive, Kolepa Street, and Kolepa Place due to staffing issues.

    First responders rescue visitor on Kalalau Trail on Thanksgiving

    First responders spent part of the holiday rescuing another visiting hiker from Kalalau Trail.

    Governor’s military leased lands advisory panel meets for first time

    Members used their inaugural meeting — in advance of meeting with the governor — to review their roles and responsibilities, discuss a general framework to proceed and develop a shared understanding of the choices before the state — lease, land exchange and condemnation.
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    Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank

    The improved understanding of how the south flank of Kīlauea behaves is part of the legacy of the 1975 Kalapana earthquake.

    Governor’s military leased lands advisory panel meets for first time

    Members used their inaugural meeting — in advance of meeting with the governor — to review their roles and responsibilities, discuss a general framework to proceed and develop a shared understanding of the choices before the state — lease, land exchange and condemnation.

    2 more ʻalalā adapting in field aviary on Maui, will soon join members of wild cohort

    The two new birds, both a year younger than their 5 other more established counterparts, are now taking their turn at calling the release aviary home, where they are acclimating to the sights and sounds of the forest and using the secure space to strengthen their flight and landing muscles.

    State to holiday shoppers: Know your refund and exchange rights before you buy

    “Understanding your rights before you buy can help prevent disputes and protect your wallet” during the busy holiday shopping season, said Hawaiʻi Office of Consumer Protection Executive Director Mana Moriarty.

    Juliet Madrid receives inaugural award for exceptional promise during state government internship

    Juliet Madrid successfully completed an internship with the Disability Compensation Division and now works at the Kauaʻi District Health Office.

    U.S. representatives Tokuda, Case want to hear from Hawaiʻi constituents about 2026 priorities

    U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.

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    Monthly statewide siren test, audio broadcast segment is scheduled for Monday

    Outdoor siren and Emergency Alert System test is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, reminding residents to think about response to real emergencies.

    High surf warning for west shores of Big Island from 6 p.m. Saturday to noon Monday

    Dangerously large breaking waves are expected to build to 15 to 20 feet along exposed west-facing shores of the Big Island.

    Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank

    The 1975 Kalapana earthquake has ultimately changed the understanding of Kīlauea’s south flank, and the hazards associated with its movement.

    14 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Big Island state roadways

    Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.

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    Tokuda backs bill requiring 24-hour notice of alleged abuse in military child care programs

    The Military Child and Youth Program Abuse and Neglect Notification Act would codify a Department of Defense policy that was established after it became known that the Department had no requirement to notify parents in such cases.  

    Kaheawa Wind 1 seeks 20-year lease extension to continue operations above Māʻalaea

    The operator of Maui’s oldest wind farm has completed a final environmental impact statement as part of its bid to keep its 20 turbines spinning above Māʻalaea for another two decades. Kaheawa Wind Power LLC is seeking a new 25-year lease from the state Board of Land and Natural Resources to continue generating 30 megawatts […]

    Cultivating the ‘Navigator Mindset’: Polynesian Voyaging Society, community partners host Hoʻākea Honolulu

    From Dec. 2–6, 2025, more than 1,000 fourth graders and teachers will join 11 voyaging and sailing canoes from throughout Hawaiʻi along with education and community organizations for an immersive week of voyaging-based and ʻāina-based learning.

    Maui Weather Forecast for November 29, 2025

    Fairly steady weather until Tuesday, with light southeast winds and mostly dry conditions. Sea-breezes during the day and land- breezes during the night...