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    • ʻThanks dawg’: How University of Hawaiʻi’s AI chatbots are transforming student support

    The chatbots, with names such as ‘Bow and Moa, are designed to be one of the many components that constitute a "common standard care" for University of Hawai'i students systemwide.

    Hawaii News WATCH: Hayashi reports fiscal landscape uncertain heading into 2026 legislative session

    Community U.S. Open Mini Golf Championship coming to Kaua‘i North Shore in spring 2026

    Colorado visitor rescued off Kaua‘i trail after suffering an apparent hip injury

    The hiker was rescued off the Cliff Trail. January 14, 2026 · 11:01am

    Premium headwear brand melin opens new location at The Shops at Kukui‘ula

    The Shops at Kukui‘ula location is melin’s first on Kaua‘i and will serve as a customer experience lab, offering visitors full brand immersion.

    Business Kaiser issues statement in response to proposed Hawai‘i Medical Service Association…

    Community Study debunks long-held myth of Native Hawaiians causing waterbird extinctions

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    WATCH: Hayashi reports fiscal landscape uncertain heading into 2026 legislative session

    State superintendent of schools reports to board that changes at federal level are an unknown variable in the budget equation for state, causing difficulty for Hawai’i education officials to find a solution.

    Colorado visitor rescued off Kaua‘i trail after suffering an apparent hip injury

    The hiker was rescued off the Cliff Trail.

    U.S. Open Mini Golf Championship coming to Kaua‘i North Shore in spring 2026

    National tournament to debut in May at Anaina Hou Community Park in Kīlauea, bringing elite competition, visitor spending and community impact to the Garden Isle.

    Kaiser issues statement in response to proposed Hawai‘i Medical Service Association, Hawai‘i Pacific Health merger

    “We want to better understand how this proposed merger will meet the needs of Hawai‘i’s communities,” says a statement from the healthcare organization about the proposed partnership.

    Study debunks long-held myth of Native Hawaiians causing waterbird extinctions

    University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found no evidence that indigenous people over-hunted birds to extinction.

    Premium headwear brand melin opens new location at The Shops at Kukui‘ula

    The Shops at Kukui‘ula location is melin’s first on Kaua‘i and will serve as a customer experience lab, offering visitors full brand immersion.
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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

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    WATCH: Hayashi reports fiscal landscape uncertain heading into 2026 legislative session

    State superintendent of schools reports to board that changes at federal level are an unknown variable in the budget equation for state, causing difficulty for Hawai’i education officials to find a solution.

    U.S. Open Mini Golf Championship coming to Kaua‘i North Shore in spring 2026

    National tournament to debut in May at Anaina Hou Community Park in Kīlauea, bringing elite competition, visitor spending and community impact to the Garden Isle.

    Kaiser issues statement in response to proposed Hawai‘i Medical Service Association, Hawai‘i Pacific Health merger

    “We want to better understand how this proposed merger will meet the needs of Hawai‘i’s communities,” says a statement from the healthcare organization about the proposed partnership.

    Study debunks long-held myth of Native Hawaiians causing waterbird extinctions

    University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found no evidence that indigenous people over-hunted birds to extinction.

    Hawai‘i Appleseed launches new interactive Economic Justice Data Dashboard

    The powerful online tool is designed to empower policymakers, advocates and community members with accessible, localized data about critical well-being metrics throughout the islands.

    ʻThanks dawg’: How University of Hawaiʻi’s AI chatbots are transforming student support

    The chatbots, with names such as ‘Bow and Moa, are designed to be one of the many components that constitute a “common standard care” for University of Hawai’i students systemwide.

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    50-year-old myth that Native Hawaiians caused waterbird extinctions debunked by new study

    University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found no evidence that indigenous people over-hunted birds to extinction.

    ACLU of Hawai‘i files lawsuit for release of Big Island resident detained for immigration status

    The nonprofit is seeking the release of Juan Jose Estrada Lopez, originally from Nicaragua, who was taken into custody in August during his green card interview and is not eligible for bond due to new policy by Trump administration.

    New interactive Economic Justice Data Dashboard launched by Hawai‘i Appleseed

    The powerful online tool is designed to empower policymakers, advocates and community members with accessible, localized data about critical well-being metrics throughout the islands.

    Hawai‘i Senate leaders announce priorities for this legislative session

    Many of the priorities have been discussed over the past several sessions, including housing, healthcare, education, food security and more.

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    Young Brothers selects new president

    Young Brothers, LLC has appointed logistics executive Steen Christensen as its new president, effective Jan. 13, 2026.

    Hawai’i Senate Majority Outlines Priorities For The Upcoming 2026 Legislative Session

    The Hawai’i Senate Majority today announced its 2026 legislative priorities in advance of the Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Opening Day on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.

    Public input sought on the stewardship of Maunakea

    The Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, in partnership with Kua o Wākea, will hold a series of 10 community workshops across the Hawaiian Islands starting Jan. 15.

    Maintenance work to temporarily affect Waiehu Golf Course, Waiheʻe Beach Park

    The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced temporary service impacts at Waiehu Golf Course, Waiheʻe Beach Park in the coming weeks.