Hawaii News New president takes helm at Young Brothers
Community Financial literacy requirement for Hawai‘i public school students to begin next…
Kauaʻi Coffee Co. employees receive WARN notices with lease ending March 28
The land owners, Brue Baukol Capital Partners, said if there is a change in management, "it is our intention to retain all Kauaʻi Coffee employees who wish to continue working with us." January 13, 2026 · 05:00am
Lab confirms native duck on Kaua‘i found sick in November died from avian flu
The Koloa Maoli was found sick on Nov. 26 at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei.Community Reminder: Water service shutdown scheduled in Līhu‘e for hydrant replacement
Hawaii News Child and Family Service helps families tackle financial hardships, long-term stability
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Coast Guard rescues boater after vessel capsizes west of Guam
Schatz Highlights Global Health, Indo-Pacific Funding in FY 2026 Aid Bill
Firefighters control blaze at Girardʻs Quality Cleaners in Hanapēpē
Kaua‘i woman sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for drug trafficking
Water service shutdown, lane closure set for portions of Wailuā Homesteads on Jan. 15
Bishop Museum offers new Botany Checklist mapping history of Hawaiʻi’s flora
UPDATE: High surf advisory extended for north and west shorelines of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
New club leads revival of Anahola trails; organizes mountain bike race on Kauaʻi
December was wetter, but 2025 was pretty dry overall for Garden Isle
Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, earns 2025 Shore Battle Efficiency Award
Governor proclaims 2026 as ‘Year of Our Coastal Kuleana’
Key to near-Earth object science now being created for for NASA telescope on Big Island
Case votes to pass appropriations measure, including hundreds of millions of dollars for…
Families throughout state to be better supported by Hawaiʻi SNAP, WIC partnership
Apply now for Adult and Adolescent Mental Health and Substance Abuse Community Program…
15 lane closures scheduled during week of Jan. 10-16 on Kaua‘i state roadways
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Kaua‘i News
New president takes helm at Young Brothers
Steen Christensen was announced as president, effective Jan. 13, according to a news release from Young Brothers. He succeeds Frank Almaraz, who joined Young Brothers in July 2025 as Interim President during a leadership transition.
Lab confirms native duck on Kaua‘i found sick in November died from avian flu
The Koloa Maoli was found sick on Nov. 26 at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei.
Financial literacy requirement for Hawai‘i public school students to begin next school year
To ensure Hawai‘i public school students are prepared for life after high school, the state will require students to complete a financial literacy educational opportunity beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Reminder: Water service shutdown scheduled in Līhu‘e for hydrant replacement
The Kaua‘i County Department of Water will turn off water from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to allow Cushnie Construction Company, Inc. to perform a hydrant and hydrant lateral replacement.
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Hawaii News
New president takes helm at Young Brothers
Steen Christensen was announced as president, effective Jan. 13, according to a news release from Young Brothers. He succeeds Frank Almaraz, who joined Young Brothers in July 2025 as Interim President during a leadership transition.
Lab confirms native duck on Kaua‘i found sick in November died from avian flu
The Koloa Maoli was found sick on Nov. 26 at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei.
Financial literacy requirement for Hawai‘i public school students to begin next school year
To ensure Hawai‘i public school students are prepared for life after high school, the state will require students to complete a financial literacy educational opportunity beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Child and Family Service helps families tackle financial hardships, long-term stability
In recognition of Poverty Awareness Month, Child and Family Service is highlighting its statewide programs for Hawaiʻi families as the economy edges into mild recession.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 14, 2026
The current large, long to medium period northwest (310-330 degree) swell peaked earlier today and will gradually decline through Wednesday, with surf...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 14, 2026
The current large, long to medium period northwest (310-330 degree) swell peaked earlier today and will gradually decline through Wednesday, with surf...
Maui News
Maui Police release details, body worn camera footage from fatal Wailuku shooting
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Maui police released body worn camera footage and further details, regarding Thursday night's deadly shooting in which a suspect was killed during an exchange of gunfire with police in Wailuku. Police have since identified the deceased as 40-year-old Kristopher Austin.
MACC hosts free events celebrating Micronesian heritage and ocean exploration
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present two free public programs this week in conjunction with the Ocean of Peace exhibition, featuring a documentary on deep-sea exploration and an evening of performance art highlighting Micronesian culture.
ACLU announces campaign for immigration justice ahead of Hawaiʻi legislative session
The nonprofit and its partners laid out a legislative campaign for immigrant justice to advance policies that protect the dignity, safety, and constitutional rights of all Hawaiʻi residents regardless of immigration status.
