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Kekaha landfill closed till further notice

The landfill is closed due to inclement weather.

Special marine warning issued for waters off Kaua‘i

Waterspouts, which can overturn boats and create hazardous seas, are anticipated.

Volcano Watch: Highlighting the hazards after 1 year of Kīlauea’s episodic summit fountaining

Visitors to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, where the volcano is located, see remarkable views during the episodic eruptions within the summit, but the latest episode — No. 38 — reminds us how quickly hazards associated with this dynamic activity can change.

Kaua’i County Council passes resolution urging state to restore pre-2012 pension eligibility for police, firefighters

Kauaʻi County has had difficult recruiting and retaining police officers and the resolution said returning to the state’s previous less restrictive retirement eligibility would help.

State senator denounces expanded federal travel ban slated to go into effect New Year’s Day

“The expansion of the travel ban is as a political distraction, diverting attention from real homeland security concerns like human trafficking, drug smuggling and organized crime,” said Oʻahu state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole, chairman of the Hawaiʻi Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee.

Lane closures scheduled in early January 2026 for Haleko Road, Pua Loke Street

The lane closures are scheduled from Jan. 5-9, 2026, weather permitting and are necessary for geotechnical subsurface exploration and improvements to Haleko Road.
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Volcano Watch: Highlighting the hazards after 1 year of Kīlauea’s episodic summit fountaining

Visitors to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, where the volcano is located, see remarkable views during the episodic eruptions within the summit, but the latest episode — No. 38 — reminds us how quickly hazards associated with this dynamic activity can change.

State senator denounces expanded federal travel ban slated to go into effect New Year’s Day

“The expansion of the travel ban is as a political distraction, diverting attention from real homeland security concerns like human trafficking, drug smuggling and organized crime,” said Oʻahu state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole, chairman of the Hawaiʻi Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee.

UH-Mānoa sophomore, Big Island resident returns from 2-week Antarctica expedition

Waikōloa native and graduate of Kealakehe High School Eric Pōmaikaʻi Gee was one of two Villars Institute Fellows selected for the Ice Station Expedition, a 2-week mission that took place this month; he now will begin sharing lessons from the expedition through school visits, community presentations and public outreach.

Hawaiʻi Pacific Health, Kamehameha Schools reaffirm commitment to improve Hawaiʻi’s well-being

The two organizations renewed a partnership that started 6 years ago aimed at working collaboratively to leverage their collective strengths in health care and education to create healthier communities throughout the state.

Case introduces measure to strengthen economic partnerships with Pacific Islands

The U.S. congressman from the state’s 1st Congressional District, which encompasses all of Honolulu, says his bill responds directly to the goals of Pacific Islands in regard to economic advancement and stronger ties with the United States.

Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union now accepting 2026-27 scholarship applications

The credit union has $100,000 in scholarships available; deadline to apply is Feb. 26, 2026.

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Balloon as big as football field flies over Antarctica, aimed at deciphering mystery of dark matter

Unlocking the mystery of dark matter would help to get a grasp on what most of the universe is actually made of and potentially reveal fundamental new physics that could revolutionize the understanding of how everything works.

Residents discuss ideas, concerns for proposed state wilderness park on 283 acres in Hilo

Hawaiʻi State Rep. Matthias Kusch has proposed purchasing the land on ʻĀkolea Road in the Kaūmana area of Hilo for a wilderness park after plans for a subdivision went nowhere.

Greenish glow of interstellar visitor Comet 3I/ATLAS revealed in new Gemini North image

Community observing program Shadow the Scientists took the public on a tour of the famous interstellar visitor — sporting a holiday hue — with live observations from the Gemini North telescope control room on the Big Island.

Volcano Watch: Highlighting the hazards after 1 year of Kīlauea’s episodic summit fountaining

Visitors to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, where the volcano is located, see remarkable views during the episodic eruptions within the summit, but the latest episode — No. 38 — reminds us how quickly hazards associated with this dynamic activity can change.

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ʻĀina Momona invites community input to shape community-led climate solutions

ʻĀina Momona, a Native Hawaiian-led nonprofit organization dedicated to land and ocean stewardship, is inviting community members across Hawaiʻi to participate in a public survey to help shape a community-led framework for climate solutions.

Drought relief predicted for Maui County

Maui County is moving into its winter wet season with the promise of relief as an emerging La Niña pattern is expected to bring above-normal rainfall through early 2026, according to the National Weather Service.

Maui Weather Forecast for December 19, 2025

A weakening trough near Kauai will continue to bring showers to the Garden Isle today. Additional moisture moving into the islands will continue the chance for...

High school seniors coordinate architecture, design, construction competition on Maui

David Sellers of Hawaii Off Grid Architecture & Engineering helped judge, saying: "The reason you see local professionals involved is because we need to cultivate local talent.