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UPDATE: Search for missing Kapaʻa man to continue at first light Friday in waters off Kahili Beach

Packard-Asai was last seen Wednesday (Jan. 28) fishing on rocks near the northern point of the Kīlauea beach before he was reportedly swept away by surf.

Coastal flood statement in effect through Monday afternoon for Kaua’i, Ni’ihau

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood statement for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, warning of minor flooding and erosion along north- and west-facing shores through February 2.

$5M National Science Foundation award to address outdated wastewater infrastructure

The Honu Hub project — led by University of South Florida, with University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers taking charge of design and real-world pilot demonstration — is developing a solar-powered, compact and certifiable alternative to cesspools that protects human health and the environment.

Second person with Hawai’i ties identified as victim in private jet crash in Maine

Among the six people who died in the Sunday plane crash was 34-year-old Shelby Kuyawa, who had worked at two resorts on the Big Island and was currently a level-three sommelier.

Hawaiʻi State Energy Office secures $1.8M to advance energy, land use, disaster planning

The funding — part of nearly $34 million in new federal funding secured by U.S. Senator Brian Schatz of Hawai‘i — supports the continued development of the interactive 3-D platform Hawai‘i Advanced Visualization Energy Nexus system.

2026 bill package proposed by Hawaiʻi Women’s Legislative Caucus supports women, keiki, families

The proposed legislation supports abuse survivors, prevents exploitation and protects access to health care.
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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

UPDATE: Search for missing Kapaʻa man to continue at first light Friday in waters off Kahili Beach

Packard-Asai was last seen Wednesday (Jan. 28) fishing on rocks near the northern point of the Kīlauea beach before he was reportedly swept away by surf.

Coastal flood statement in effect through Monday afternoon for Kaua’i, Ni’ihau

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood statement for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, warning of minor flooding and erosion along north- and west-facing shores through February 2.

$5M National Science Foundation award to address outdated wastewater infrastructure

The Honu Hub project — led by University of South Florida, with University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers taking charge of design and real-world pilot demonstration — is developing a solar-powered, compact and certifiable alternative to cesspools that protects human health and the environment.

Second person with Hawai’i ties identified as victim in private jet crash in Maine

Among the six people who died in the Sunday plane crash was 34-year-old Shelby Kuyawa, who had worked at two resorts on the Big Island and was currently a level-three sommelier.

Hawaiʻi State Energy Office secures $1.8M to advance energy, land use, disaster planning

The funding — part of nearly $34 million in new federal funding secured by U.S. Senator Brian Schatz of Hawai‘i — supports the continued development of the interactive 3-D platform Hawai‘i Advanced Visualization Energy Nexus system.

2026 bill package proposed by Hawaiʻi Women’s Legislative Caucus supports women, keiki, families

The proposed legislation supports abuse survivors, prevents exploitation and protects access to health care.

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Coastal flood statement in effect through Monday for Big Island

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood statement for the Big Island, warning of minor flooding and erosion along north- and west-facing shores through February 2.

Can you identify this man suspected in assault of 74-year-old in Hilo?

Hawaiʻi Island police are seeking the public's help to identify a suspect involved in a serious assault on Jan. 4 in Hilo.

Man injured during robbery on Kanoelehua Avenue in Hilo

A heated conversation escalated into violence, with a man repeatedly struck while one of three suspects allegedly stole cash from his pants pocket.

Unemployment rate remains steady at 2.2% in December 2025 for Hawai‘i

The number of nonfarm jobs available throughout the state also increased by 7,400 from December 2024 to December 2025.

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State Department of Health Continues to Support Watershed Restoration on Kaho‘olawe

The Restoration of Kamōhio Watershed Phase I project will take place from 2025 through 2028 and focuses on reducing sedimentation and improving water quality in Kamōhio Bay and surrounding nearshore waters.

Multiple paddlers rescued after sailboat collides with outrigger canoe off Māʻalaea, Maui

The US Coast Guard and a good Samaritan rescued 11 people off Māʻalaea, Maui, Thursday. The rescue followed the collision of a 50-foot sailboat and 12-person outrigger canoe in Māʻalaea Bay. 

Hirono, Collins introduce legislation to mandate credible hate crime reporting

US Sens. Mazie Hirono of Hawaiʻi and Susan Collins of Maine have introduced the Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act, a bipartisan legislative effort intended to strengthen the accuracy of hate crime reporting nationwide.

FHB announces promotions, including Maile Wong of Maui

First Hawaiian Bank has promoted four bank executives and hired a new one, according to bank Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Harrison.