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Families throughout state to be better supported by Hawaiʻi SNAP, WIC partnership

Hawaiʻi Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program now shares monthly referrals with Women, Infants and Children via a new referral process to help identify families who might qualify but are not yet enrolled.

Apply now for Adult and Adolescent Mental Health and Substance Abuse Community Program grants

A total of $1 million will be awarded for fiscal year 2026-27; funding supports prosocial and prevention programs for Kaua‘i youth. Deadline to apply is 4 p.m. Feb. 17.

High surf advisory in effect for north and west shorelines of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau

Large breaking waves of 15 to 20 feet are forecast for north shorelines, while west shorelines are expected to see large breaking waves of 10 to 15 feet through Sunday.

15 lane closures scheduled during week of Jan. 10-16 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

Grow Aloha surpasses 5,000 native plant adoptions

Grow Aloha is continuing its free monthly plant adoption program until June 2026, providing residents access to native plants and Hawaiian heritage crops across the islands.

WATCH: Schatz says Trump knowingly dragging U.S. into another conflict

Hawai‘i Democrat while speaking on U.S. Senate floor condemned president’s illegal incursion into Venezuela.
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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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Families throughout state to be better supported by Hawaiʻi SNAP, WIC partnership

Hawaiʻi Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program now shares monthly referrals with Women, Infants and Children via a new referral process to help identify families who might qualify but are not yet enrolled.

WATCH: Schatz says Trump knowingly dragging U.S. into another conflict

Hawai‘i Democrat while speaking on U.S. Senate floor condemned president’s illegal incursion into Venezuela.

Liver disease risk in adolescents potentially increased significantly by ‘forever chemicals’

New study co-led by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Southern California Superfund Research and Training Program for PFAS Assessment, Remediation and Prevention Center show synthetic compounds PFAS have potential to hike risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease by 3 times.

Hawai‘i products to be featured during 2026 Winter FancyFaire* in California

A total of 19 island businesses and entrepreneurs will be featured by Hawai’i Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism during the event Jan. 11-13 in San Diego.

High-altitude scientific balloon and PUEO now soaring over Antarctica

Another NASA mission and experiment flying over the frozen continent that received heavy University of Hawaiʻi involvement seeks to decode universe’s mysteries.

Volcano Watch: Looking back at the 1959 episodic eruption of Kīlauea Iki

While the mid-20th century episodic eruption and current ongoing eruption within the summit caldera of Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island share similarities, there also are several differences.

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2026 proclaimed ‘Year of Our Coastal Kuleana’

Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green's proclamation kicks off a year-long campaign filled with opportunities for education, responsible recreation and volunteerism with goal of encouraging people to celebrate rich diversity of life in coastal habitats.

Twelve local artists to display their work throughout Banyan Drive in Hilo today

Explore the vibrant sixth annual Banyan Art Stroll in Hilo today from noon to 6 p.m., showcasing the talents of 12 artists through live demonstrations, unique displays

New instrument will play key role in near-Earth object science, planetary defense efforts

Spectre, being created for NASA Infrared Telescope Facility atop Mauna Kea on the Big Island and named as a nod to a connection with Olympic weightlifter and actor Harold Sakata of Kona, who played OddJob in the James Bond film 'Goldfinger,' after first light in 2028 will also deepen mankind's understanding of explosive phenomena beyond our solar system.

WATCH: Hawai‘i U.S. senator says U.S. being drug into another conflict by Trump

Democrat Schatz, while speaking on Senate floor, condemned president's illegal incursion into Venezuela.

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Maui singer-songwriter Gail Swanson releases rebellious single, ‘My Mama Marched’

Maui-based singer-songwriter Gail Swanson has released a new single, "My Mama Marched," honoring her mother's activism and rebellious spirit. The song is available on Apple Music and Spotify, along with an official music video on YouTube.

Maluhia Maui Rotary to host PWF speaker Kagan Jenkins on Tuesday

The Maluhia Maui Rotary Club will host Pacific Whale Foundation Development Director Kagan Jenkins at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday in Kīhei.

DOH strengthening coordination between Hawaiʻi SNAP and WIC programs

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health and the Hawaiʻi State Department of Human Services are strengthening coordination between the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, to help more families access nutritious food and vital health supports.

Volcano Watch: Looking back at the 1959 episodic eruption of Kīlauea Iki

While the mid-20th century episodic eruption and current ongoing eruption within the summit caldera of Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island share similarities, there also are several differences.