Community University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa among top 12 in U.S. for oceanography, atmospheric…
Community ‘Miracle House’ in Lahaina listed on National Register of Historic Places
UPDATE: Coastal flood statement extended again; high surf advisory issued for eastern shores of Kauaʻi
Flooding continues to be expected through early Tuesday morning in low-lying coastal areas around Kauaʻi and Niʻihau; meanwhile, the high surf advisory for east-facing shores of Kauaʻi will be in effect from 6 a.m. Monday through 6 a.m. Wednesday. January 04, 2026 · 07:13pm
UPDATE: Flood advisory canceled for Kaua‘i; however, flood watch remains in effect
Radar shows that heavy rain has diminished over the island; flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.Hawaii News Hirono co-reintroduces measure to reunite and protect immigrant families
Hawaii News Hawai‘i Senate announces leadership, committee assignments for 33rd state legislative…
In Case You
Missed It:
Missed It:
Schatz advanced key legislation, Hawai‘i priorities throughout 2025
Visitor spending increased in November 2025 despite fewer visitor arrivals in Hawai‘i
WATCH: Astronomers discover possible outer space oddball called…
Volcano Watch: Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou; roundup of fireworks from Kīlauea’s fountains
Living Treasures of Hawai‘i celebrates 51st year; 6 to be honored this year for lives…
Kaua‘i Bus offers 100 free Hōlomua Transit Cards
Greenlight Award-winning script, filmmaker announced from ‘Ohina Labs 2025
10 lane closures scheduled during week of Jan. 3-9 on Kaua‘i state roadways
UPDATE: County advises public on safe practices for potential severe weather conditions…
Maui-based attorney turns to film to spotlight Ilocano heritage and history
Kauaʻi Department of Water announces expanded drop box hours
Woman dies in early New Year’s Day crash on Kūhiō Highway
Hawaii’s first baby of 2026 born at Moanalua Medical Center
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Stay in-the-know with daily or weeklyheadlines delivered straight to your inbox.
Kaua‘i News
UPDATE: Flood advisory canceled for Kaua‘i; however, flood watch remains in effect
Radar shows that heavy rain has diminished over the island; flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.
UPDATE: Coastal flood statement extended again; high surf advisory issued for eastern shores of Kauaʻi
Flooding continues to be expected through early Tuesday morning in low-lying coastal areas around Kauaʻi and Niʻihau; meanwhile, the high surf advisory for east-facing shores of Kauaʻi will be in effect from 6 a.m. Monday through 6 a.m. Wednesday.
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa among top 12 in U.S. for oceanography, atmospheric science, tourism
The rankings were released by the Shanghai Ranking Consultancy; the annual Global Ranking of Academic Subjects released by Shanghai Ranking Consultancy is considered one of the most comprehensive and objective assessments of university performance by discipline.
‘Miracle House’ in Lahaina listed on National Register of Historic Places
This honor highlights the property’s architectural value as well as its contribution to Lahaina’s history and serves as a symbol of the strength and resilience of the people of Maui.
ADVERTISEMENT
Hawaii News
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa among top 12 in U.S. for oceanography, atmospheric science, tourism
The rankings were released by the Shanghai Ranking Consultancy; the annual Global Ranking of Academic Subjects released by Shanghai Ranking Consultancy is considered one of the most comprehensive and objective assessments of university performance by discipline.
‘Miracle House’ in Lahaina listed on National Register of Historic Places
This honor highlights the property’s architectural value as well as its contribution to Lahaina’s history and serves as a symbol of the strength and resilience of the people of Maui.
Hirono co-reintroduces measure to reunite and protect immigrant families
The Reuniting Families Act would reduce visa backlogs, boost efficiency throughout the immigration process and ensure a fairer, more humane process for immigrant families.
Hawai‘i Senate announces leadership, committee assignments for 33rd state legislative session
Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi, who represents Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau, said the body realigned chairpersons and committee assignments for the upcoming 2026 session because of the retirement of O‘ahu Sen. Henry Aquino.
Schatz advanced key legislation, Hawai‘i priorities throughout 2025
During the past year, the Democratic U.S. senator from Hawai‘i worked to protect federal funding for the islands amid national cuts, secured more than $1 billion to support Maui’s recovery, improve infrastructure, expand high-speed internet throughout the state.
Visitor spending increased in November 2025 despite fewer visitor arrivals in Hawai‘i
Kaua‘i numbers followed the same statewide trend in November 2025, with the total number of visitors to the Garden Isle down 1% compared with the year before and visitor spending up by 13.1% compared with November 2024.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 05, 2026
An strong easterly wind fetch generated by lowering pressures south and west of the islands will significantly increase easterly wind wave swell. This swell...
UPDATE: Coastal flood statement extended again, now in effect through early Tuesday
Peak monthly high tides combined with higher-than-predicted water levels will continue to lead to minor flooding along shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas, with flooding still most likely near the daily peak high tides early in the morning.
High surf advisory goes into effect Monday morning for east-facing shores of Big Island
An easterly wind fetch generated by lowering pressures south and west of the islands will significantly increase easterly wind wave swell; surf of 10 to 12 feet is forecast, causing strong breaking waves and strong currents that will make swimming dangerous.
Maui News
Akakū hosts creative social networking event Jan. 17
Maui Creative Social, a new community networking initiative hosted by Akakū, invites aspiring and experienced content creators to connect, collaborate and share ideas as part of Akakū’s Third Saturdays programming.
HNU Energy launches HiVE Gen 2 Home Battery with expanded storage capacity
The Maui-based solar company HNU Energy has announced the launch of the upgraded HiVE Gen 2 Battery, a residential battery system capable of delivering up to 45 kilowatt-hours of storage in a more compact, modern design.
New Hawaiʻi law expands legal recognition for LGBTQIA+ families
Hawaiʻi has enacted Act 298 (SB1231 HD1), a sweeping update to the state’s parentage laws aimed at strengthening legal protections for LGBTQIA+ parents and their children. The law takes effect Jan. 1, 2026.
‘Ohina film lab awards $10,000 to local writer
Honolulu-based nonprofit ‘Ohina has announced the 2025 Greenlight Award-winning filmmaker and project from its annual ‘Ohina Labs, a filmmakers lab providing current and former residents of Hawai‘i an opportunity to submit short screenplays to be workshopped with leading entertainment industry professionals.
