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New independent measurements of universe expansion rate deepen cosmic mystery
New results — which were made using a variety of ground and space-based telescopes including W. M. Keck Observatory on the Big Island — strengthen the “Hubble tension,” a cosmic disagreement that could point to new physics governing the universe.
Financial Ally Goal Achiever title earned by Hawai‘i Green Infrastructure Authority
Better Buildings & Better Plants partners saved more than $24 billion in energy costs to date, and financial allies extended $41 billion for projects that improve energy performance.
Key Hirono-led provisions included in FY 2026 defense bill passed by U.S. Senate
The fiscal year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act includes more than $1.1 billion for infrastructure in Hawai‘i and includes language encouraging the U.S. Army to fully develop and communicate plans for leased training lands — such as those at Pōhakuloa on the Big Island.
Football-field-sized balloon launched over Antarctica to solve mystery of dark matter
Unlocking the mystery of dark matter would help to get a grasp on what most of the universe is actually made of and potentially reveal fundamental new physics that could revolutionize the understanding of how everything works.
Anti-hunger, public health groups: New restrictions on SNAP translate to higher costs, fewer choices
With nearly 1 in 3 Hawai‘i families already not able to get enough food, the organizations say the real barrier to healthy eating is affordability, not banning sugary products.
Kauaʻi County and two SWCDs honor 2025 Water Conservationists of the Year
This yearʻs winners were GoFarm Hawai’i for its hands-on training program for farmers and Iwikua for educating youth.
Registration for 2026 Spring Basketball League begins Dec. 29
The league is open to boys and girls in fifth through eighth grade; registration closes Jan. 9, 2026.
Kaua’i County offices to close Christmas, New Year’s holidays
Kauaʻi County offices, including neighborhood centers and recycling stations, will be closed on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.
Hawai‘i State Energy Office launching new training program to build energy workforce
The new Training for Residential Energy Contractors program, going live in January 2026, will provide hands-on instruction and nationally recognized certifications for contractors, builders and tradespeople throughout Hawai‘i.
Kauaʻi Bus will remove temporary bus stop Monday
Permanent stops at Kīlauea Food Mart and across the street will reopen Monday.
Inclement weather shuts Kīlauea HI5 redemption center
Kīlauea’s HI-5 Redemption Center is closed today, due to severe weather, but alternative locations in Kapaʻa and Līhuʻe remain available with adjusted hours.
Road and lane closures are set for smaller roads in Puhi subdivision beginning Monday
Road closures set for the smaller roads with cul-de-sacks in the Puhi subdivision in Līhuʻe will not prohibit access to properties from Dec. 22 to Jan. 30.
State reminds households to use $250 food support funds before they expire
Any unused Hawaiʻi Emergency Food Assistance Program balance cannot be carried over or reissued in 2026 and will be expunged at the end of the year.
Strong thunderstorm hitting Kaua‘i this morning
At 8:21 a.m., Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Kekaha, or 21 miles west of Līhu‘e, moving east at 15 mph.
Update: New special marine warning issued for leeward waters of Kaua‘i
Waterspouts, which can overturn boats and create hazardous seas, are anticipated.
Volcano Watch: Highlighting the hazards after 1 year of Kīlauea’s episodic summit fountaining
Visitors to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, where the volcano is located, see remarkable views during the episodic eruptions within the summit, but the latest episode — No. 38 — reminds us how quickly hazards associated with this dynamic activity can change.
Kaua’i County Council passes resolution urging state to restore pre-2012 pension eligibility for police, firefighters
Kauaʻi County has had difficult recruiting and retaining police officers and the resolution said returning to the state’s previous less restrictive retirement eligibility would help.
State senator denounces expanded federal travel ban slated to go into effect New Year’s Day
“The expansion of the travel ban is as a political distraction, diverting attention from real homeland security concerns like human trafficking, drug smuggling and organized crime,” said Oʻahu state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole, chairman of the Hawaiʻi Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection Committee.
