Kauai News New law will prohibit sale, rental of disposable foam bodyboards in one year
Hawaii News State reports second wastewater detection of measles in West Maui County
Free public Wi-Fi now at 7 Kauaʻi County parks, facilities for connectivity, emergency communication
The satellite internet system will help with communications during natural disasters that include wildfires, floods and storms, said Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami. December 10, 2025 · 05:00am
Hawaii News State launches new crime statistics dashboard
Hawaii News Findings make key links between land-sea nutrients, impacts
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Kaua‘i News
New law will prohibit sale, rental of disposable foam bodyboards in one year
The ordinance reflects the County’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, waste reduction, and public health, while promoting practical solutions that minimize human impact on Kaua‘i’s coastlines and natural habitats.
State reports second wastewater detection of measles in West Maui County
The latest positive sample was collected Nov. 30 and follows an earlier detection of measles virus in Maui wastewater from samples collected Nov. 18 in Central and West Maui.
State launches new crime statistics dashboard
The Hawai‘i Crime Dashboard displays police-level crime statistics produced through the state’s participation in the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program, using data based on National Incident-Based Reporting System standards.
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Hawaii News
State reports second wastewater detection of measles in West Maui County
The latest positive sample was collected Nov. 30 and follows an earlier detection of measles virus in Maui wastewater from samples collected Nov. 18 in Central and West Maui.
State launches new crime statistics dashboard
The Hawai‘i Crime Dashboard displays police-level crime statistics produced through the state’s participation in the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program, using data based on National Incident-Based Reporting System standards.
Findings make key links between land-sea nutrients, impacts
“Understanding water quality is a fundamental challenge for everyone: it is key to assessing coral reef health and it is inseparable from human health,” said study co-author Nyssa Silbiger.
Hone your high-demand creative industry skills with upcoming training opportunities
Enrollment for Foundational Safety course now open; registration due by Dec. 19 for in-demand production training starting in January 2026.
University of Hawaiʻi announces fall 2025 commencement schedule for 4-year campuses
All 10 University of Hawaiʻi campuses throughout the state will host spring commencement services in May 2026.
Maui man, convicted felon, sentenced to 40 months for possessing explosive powder
Jess Kiesel Lee, 43, of Kula, Maui, was sentenced last week by US District Judge Jill A. Otake to 40 months of imprisonment followed by three years of supervised release for possessing, as a convicted felon, explosive powder.
Big Island News
Hirono joins bipartisan effort to expedite recovery of missing service members
The bipartisan Bring Our Heroes Home Act would eliminate obstacles preventing families and caseworkers from accessing records needed for recovery of America’s prisoners of war and missing in action.
Nēnē that lost mate has found new partner and is once again nesting in Hilo park
Staff from the Department of Land and Natural Resources' Division of Forestry and Wildlife and the County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks and Recreation have posted signs marking the nesting area.
Links between land-sea nutrients, impacts found through new research involving UH
“Understanding water quality is a fundamental challenge for everyone: it is key to assessing coral reef health and it is inseparable from human health," said study co-author Nyssa Silbiger.
State’s new crime statistics dashboard replaces Crime in Hawaiʻi print publications
The Hawai‘i Crime Dashboard displays police-level crime statistics produced through the state’s participation in the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program, using data based on National Incident-Based Reporting System standards.
Maui News
Book Trust wins international award for national literacy initiative
Book Trust, a national early literacy nonprofit, has been recognized for its “Read Together Hero Moment” project. The reading initiative stood out among 2,000 submissions from 42 countries in the 5th Annual Anthem Awards.
Alaska Airlines launches new Seattle–London service, adds long-haul products
The route will be operated year-round on the carrier’s Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, marking the airline’s fifth intercontinental destination from Seattle.
Medical groups support newborn Hepatitis B immunization despite new federal recommendation
The West Coast Health Alliance, alongside major health organizations, strongly recommends continuing routine hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns.
Civil rights protest set for Thursday to oppose ICE and FBI activities on Maui
A local civil rights activist group plans to hold a protest rally from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday outside the Kalana O Maui Building in Wailuku, calling on county leaders to reject federal law enforcement partnerships and adopt what organizers describe as “protective legislation” for Maui. Organized by members of Maui Indivisible and allied community […]
