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Hawai‘i lawmakers in Washington concerned by federal emergency assistance confusion

The lawmakers on Capitol Hill in Washington say delays, shifts in policy focus and withholding funds have created uncertainty and will hurt those most in need of aid, seek answers to several questions in a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi and FEMA’s senior official performing duties of administrator Karen Evans.

UPDATE: Threat of coastal flooding expected to carry over for another day

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu extended the coastal flood statement as brief periods of minor flooding are still expected along shorelines and in low-lying areas of the state during peak high tides.

‘Rita sets the standard’: Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i’s Norman receives 2025 Mālama Award

Resort’s leisure senior sales manager honored with Outstanding Achievement in Sales and Marketing Award, celebrating her excellence, integrity and service within the travel and visitor industry as well as her lasting impact on the Kaua’i community.

Līhu‘e Baseball League main diamond to close for improvements

The diamond will be shuttered from Dec. 9 through Feb. 1, 2026, as an improvement project is completed.

14 lane closures scheduled during week of Dec. 6-12 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.

UPDATE: Southbound lane of Kūhiō Highway on Wailuā Bridge reopen

The lane was reopened earlier this afternoon once crews with Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative had completed emergency work to prevent electrical lines from arcing.
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Hawai‘i lawmakers in Washington concerned by federal emergency assistance confusion

The lawmakers on Capitol Hill in Washington say delays, shifts in policy focus and withholding funds have created uncertainty and will hurt those most in need of aid, seek answers to several questions in a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi and FEMA’s senior official performing duties of administrator Karen Evans.

Surprise & Delight: Hawaiian Airlines, Honolulu Cookie Company partner up to bring tasty treat to travelers

The Hawai’i-based brands partnered to give some extra aloha and holiday cheer to people on several flights Thursday (Dec. 4) by greeting them with complimentary peppermint macadamia cookies on World Cookie Day.

Volcano Watch: Tracking the growth of a new puʻu at Kīlauea volcano on Big Island

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has been busy tracking the continued growth of this young geologic feature, which is visible from public viewing areas around the summit within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.

Students can submit applications for 2026 Fukunaga Scholarship Foundation

Hawaiʻi students pursuing business degrees are encouraged to apply for the 2026 Fukuyama Scholarship as the foundation aims to broaden its impact to neighbor islands.

Recall issued for some cheese products from Locatelli, Boar’s Head, Member’s Mark brands

The recalled cheese products are from the Locatelli, Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark brands sold through Sam’s Club and Foodland in Hawai‘i, which were potentially contaminated with the bacteria that causes listeriosis.

First positive wastewater sample for the measles found on Maui

Measles detected in wastewater likely means that someone infected with the virus was present in the area, but this testing cannot determine whether the virus is alive, infectious, or when it was shed.

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Triple lava fountain appears during Episode 38 of ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu Crater eruption

The triple fountain is an extremely rare event, and this was the first time during the ongoing episodic eruption at Kīlauea volcano's summit it has been observed.

Hawaiian Electric schedules aerial inspections for Big Island transmission lines

The inspections will be conducted in a Manuiwa Airways helicopter from Dec. 8 to 12 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

UPDATE: Coastal flood statement to carry over another day, through Sunday morning

Peak monthly high tides combined with water levels higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas

Valera honored during 9th annual Mahalo First Responders Ceremony in Waimea

The 28-year Hawai‘i Island police force veteran has had an exemplary career, with him again and again stepping up and showing off his longstanding commitment to public safety, community partnerships and youth outreach.

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Case backs bipartisan plan to prevent spike in ACA health insurance premiums

US Rep. Ed Case says about 25,000 Hawai‘i residents could face “unacceptable cost increases” next year if Congress fails to extend key Affordable Care Act subsidies that are set to expire at the end of December.

Puʻunēnē Avenue to close for night paving work

Road users are advised that Puʻunēnē Avenue (Route 3500) will be closed overnight Dec. 8-12 for work between Papa Avenue and Kūihelani Highway (Route 380).

Episode 38 of Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea creates rapidly growing lava fountains

Sustained lava fountains approximately 50-100 feet are currently erupting from the north vent. Fountain heights are increasing rapidly and are coming from both the left and right vents within the north cone.

Honolulu Cookie Company, Hawaiian Airlines team up for sweet surprise

The Hawai'i-based brands partnered to give some extra aloha and holiday cheer to people on several flights Thursday (Dec. 4) by greeting them with complimentary peppermint macadamia cookies on World Cookie Day.