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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.

Kaua‘i strengthens Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle response with certified detection dogs

The Conservation Dogs of Hawai‘i’s Kaua‘i Response Team trains canines to identify the scent of beetle breeding sites.

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.

Road work scheduled on Waimea Canyon Drive through April

The detour is associated with the state’s roadwork on Waimea Canyon Drive, which will require temporary traffic modifications during active construction.

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.

Eight officers sworn into new leadership positions at Kauaʻi Police Department

“Never forget that leadership is earned every single day,” Interim Chief Kalani Ke told the promoted officers of the Kauaʻi Police Department.

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.

Gov. Green orders flags at half-staff in honor of Big Island’s Fire Chief Kazuo Todd

Gov. Josh Green praised Chief Todd’s impactful leadership, which inspired many within the state fire service, as he ordered state flags lowered from Friday, Jan. 9, to Sunday, Jan. 11.

Nightly full closure of Wailuā mauka bridge to begin next week

Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation reports Mayor Bryan Baptiste Bridge will be one lane each for northbound and southbound traffic beginning the night of Jan. 12.

Water shutdown scheduled next week for customers on several roadways in Līhuʻe

Community members on Lalei Place and portions of Palaʻi Street and Kāʻana Street are advised to prepare for the scheduled shutoff, which is necessary for crews to replace a hydrant and hydrant lateral, weather permitting.

AARP Hawai‘i accepting applications for 2026 Community Challenge grants

The annual program aims to make communities in Hawai‘i more livable for people of all ages; deadline to apply is noon March 4.

Largest fleet order in Alaska Airlines’ history announced; will extend delivery stream through 2035

The airline — parent company of Hawaiian Airlines — ordered 105 new 737-10 aircraft and five new 787 widebody aircraft, with an option for an additional 35 new 737-10 aircraft.

U.S. Rep. Case leads bipartisan effort to address nation’s deteriorating federal finances

The 47-member U.S. House Problem Solvers Caucus recently released its fiscal stability framework developed by the congressman who represents Hawai‘i’s House District 1 in Washington and U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards.

Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association, Hawaiʻi Pacific Health move to transform Hawaiʻi health care

Landmark proposal aims to strengthen care statewide and deliver long-term benefits for Hawaiʻi families by expanding access and improving affordability.

Alexander & Baldwin brings holiday cheer to Kaua‘i communities

Company and community contributions made throughout the 2025 holiday season totaled $16,000, which will be used to support local families and nonprofits.

First Tee — Hawai‘i opens registration for first keiki programs of 2026 on Kaua‘i

Participants — through the game of golf as the platform — learn critical life skills to grow socially, emotionally and academically.

Kauaʻi Coffee Co. warns of 141 job losses with land lease set to end in March

Kauaʻi Coffee Co., one of the island’s largest agricultural employers, faces an uncertain future with a renewal appearing unlikely with the property’s owners, a Colorado-based investment firm.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s raises more than $1M in 2025

The funds raised by local Alzheimer’s Association – Hawai‘i chapters benefit local families and fuel the fight to end the disease.

WATCH: New study aided by W. M. Keck Observatory on Big Isle reveals evolution of ultra-massive galaxies

A new multi-wavelength study shows that some ultra-massive galaxies shut down star formation early, while others remain active but hidden by dust.
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