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The most recent eruptive event of the Big Island volcano stopped at 12:36 p.m. Jan. 25, but Hawaiian Volcano Observatory says another episode could start within the next 1 to 2 days.

Sgt. Mike Nii and Officer Nicholas Kam were each awarded the Life Saving Medal because they “went above and beyond” to save the life of an unresponsive driver in December 2024.

Episode 6 of the Big Island volcano’s latest eruption, which began the week of Christmas 2024, is underway as lava flows onto the crater floor from a geiser that started at about 11:28 p.m. Jan. 24.

Pele’s hair is the name for the strands of volcanic glass that are created when globs of liquid lava are stretched apart during an eruption.

Mix of northwest and north-northwest swells produced advisory-level surf along north coastlines of both islands that was expected to last overnight Jan. 24 and until early morning Jan. 25.

Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Chief Justice Recktenwald delivers final State of the Judiciary address, reporting he will pass a strong, resilient and thriving Judiciary to next generation of leaders.

7-bill package championed by the caucus of 42 Democrats covers critical issues the state faces such as housing, homelessness, agriculture and biosecurity, economic development and public safety.

Crews will be trimming and removing a hanging branch. Both lanes need to be temporarily closed for safety purposes and to have room for equipment to do the work.

Kaua‘i Fire Department crews made their way into the structure after arriving at about 1 p.m. Jan. 21, encoutering heavy smoke before finding and fully extinguishing the blaze at its origin.

Kaua‘i Ocean Safety Bureau officials advise the public to avoid swimming in this area, and beachgoers are urged to follow all warning signs posted.

Single-lane closures will continue through Friday in the vicinity of the S-turns to ensure the public’s safety during grass-cutting and vegetation maintenance along the roadway.

Summer tuition will match fall and spring semester costs at just $131 per credit for Hawai‘i residents, which will allow students to save money, graduate faster and explore new interests while staying on track academically.

One-lane closures are necessary during the day through the end of this week on Elepaio Road, between Kala Road to Pueo Road, and Mamo Road, weather permitting.

The unique project is the first of its kind, where a nonprofit community group led the design and planning process for improvements in a state park but is paying for the entire project with non-government funding.

Hawaiʻi attorney general says the products, which are largely made and then illegally imported into the United States from China, also are packaged and distributed in myriad keiki-friendly flavors, playful shapes and bright colors. Some even include video games that encourage youth to earn vitural coins by vaping.

The office has been closed for about a week and a half for renovations. Regular business hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Highly pathogenic avian influenza is a viral disease of domestic and wild birds and is a major threat to the poultry industry and animal health.

The Hoʻike hula concert will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, along with a craft fair and grinds event from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall.

U.S. Reps. Case and Tokuda reintroduce Hawai‘i Invasive Species Protection Act in effort to provide essential resources in battle against serious threats to state’s agriculture, environment and economy.

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, on Monday, there will be no Kūhiō Highway contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted. Lane closures can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.