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Matthew Kai’mana Packard-Asai was last seen Wednesday (Jan. 28) fishing on the rocks near the northern point of Kahili Beach in Kīlauea. The 19-year-old is about 5-foot-7, with black hair and wearing a black hat, black shorts and black shirt. January 28, 2026 · 10:02pm
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Kaua‘i News
Option to pay fee for TSA ConfirmID coming to Hawai‘i airports for travelers without REAL ID
TSA ConfirmID enables travelers to verify their identity before arriving at the security checkpoint, for a $45 fee, with the process typically taking 10 to 15 minutes, though it could require 30 minutes or more in some cases.
UPDATE: U.S. Coast Guard, partners search for missing man off Kauaʻi beach
Matthew Kai’mana Packard-Asai was last seen Wednesday (Jan. 28) fishing on the rocks near the northern point of Kahili Beach in Kīlauea. The 19-year-old is about 5-foot-7, with black hair and wearing a black hat, black shorts and black shirt.
Salad of locally sourced veggies gives Hawai‘i students chance to ‘taste the rainbow’
The hue-tiful menu item highlighted the continued farm-to-school efforts by Hawaiʻi Department of Education and its commitment to student wellness.
2026 American Academy of Pediatrics keiki immunization schedule endorsed by West Coast Health Alliance
The 2026 annual update to the immunization schedule was based on a thorough and deliberate review of medical evidence; these recommendations continue to thoughtfully consider specific disease risks and health care delivery in the United States.
Southwest rolls out major changes in Honolulu, including assigned seating
Assigned seating went live Tuesday (Jan. 27) in Honolulu and throughout Southwest’s network, opening the book to the airline’s next chapter; the change followed the final Southwest open seating flight from Honolulu and a gate celebration the night before.
WATCH: Day of remembrance, action hosted at state Capitol, showing Aloha to Alex
The vigil, organized by American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaiʻi, Hawai‘i Coalition for Immigrant Rights and The Legal Clinic Hawai‘i, honored the life of 37-year-old Alex Pretti of Minneapolis, who was killed last week by federal agents, and spurred communitywide support for bills to protect due process and Hawaiʻi residents.
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Hawaii News
Option to pay fee for TSA ConfirmID coming to Hawai‘i airports for travelers without REAL ID
TSA ConfirmID enables travelers to verify their identity before arriving at the security checkpoint, for a $45 fee, with the process typically taking 10 to 15 minutes, though it could require 30 minutes or more in some cases.
UPDATE: U.S. Coast Guard, partners search for missing man off Kauaʻi beach
Matthew Kai’mana Packard-Asai was last seen Wednesday (Jan. 28) fishing on the rocks near the northern point of Kahili Beach in Kīlauea. The 19-year-old is about 5-foot-7, with black hair and wearing a black hat, black shorts and black shirt.
Salad of locally sourced veggies gives Hawai‘i students chance to ‘taste the rainbow’
The hue-tiful menu item highlighted the continued farm-to-school efforts by Hawaiʻi Department of Education and its commitment to student wellness.
2026 American Academy of Pediatrics keiki immunization schedule endorsed by West Coast Health Alliance
The 2026 annual update to the immunization schedule was based on a thorough and deliberate review of medical evidence; these recommendations continue to thoughtfully consider specific disease risks and health care delivery in the United States.
Southwest rolls out major changes in Honolulu, including assigned seating
Assigned seating went live Tuesday (Jan. 27) in Honolulu and throughout Southwest’s network, opening the book to the airline’s next chapter; the change followed the final Southwest open seating flight from Honolulu and a gate celebration the night before.
WATCH: Day of remembrance, action hosted at state Capitol, showing Aloha to Alex
The vigil, organized by American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaiʻi, Hawai‘i Coalition for Immigrant Rights and The Legal Clinic Hawai‘i, honored the life of 37-year-old Alex Pretti of Minneapolis, who was killed last week by federal agents, and spurred communitywide support for bills to protect due process and Hawaiʻi residents.
Big Island News
Native Hawaiians invited to apply for up to $350 in grocery gift cards
Next week, members of the Hawaiian Council’s outreach team will be on Maui and Hawai‘i Island to provide in-person assistance for eligible Native Hawaiian residents currently receiving SNAP benefits.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 29, 2026
A surface ridge will maintain light winds with land and sea breezes in place in most areas tonight through Thursday night. Isolated showers will affect mainly...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 29, 2026
A significant northwest swell is expected to impact the state over the next several days. This swell will begin building down the island chain on Thursday and...
Police renew request for info about unsolved 1987 murder in Hilo
Hilo patrol officers responded at about 10 p.m. May 1, 1987, to a home in the 500 block of Kanoelehua Avenue for the report of a missing female; officers learned that Ebisuzaki, who was visiting the home, was last seen leaving the residence at 9:15 p.m. She never returned.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for January 29, 2026
A significant northwest swell is expected to impact the state over the next several days. This swell will begin building down the island chain on Thursday and...
Kurt Suzuki Family Foundation’s “A Taste of Hawaiʻi” raises funds for families impacted by Maui fires
Maui-born MBL All-Star and Los Angeles Angels Manager, Kurt Suzuki, is hosting the Kurt Suzuki Family Foundation’s 7th Annual “A Taste of Hawaiʻi” at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea this weekend in partnership with Chef Isaac Bancaco. The event will feature a night of fine culinary experiences and first-class entertainment.
Southwest rolls out major changes in Honolulu, including assigned seating
Assigned seating went live Tuesday (Jan. 27) in Honolulu and throughout Southwest’s network, opening the book to the airline’s next chapter; the change followed the final Southwest open seating flight from Honolulu and a gate celebration the night before.
