Hawai'i State News Resolution marking 50 years of Southeast Asian diaspora in U.S. pushed by Hirono
East Hawaii News Yukumoto named interim Vulcans baseball coach
Hawai’i County Fire Chief Todd Kazuo dies unexpectedly Sunday morning
Hawaiʻi County is mourning the unexpected passing of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd, who leaves behind a revered legacy of public safety and leadership. December 14, 2025 · 10:40am
Hilo gains 8 new nurses graduating from innovative ‘earn-and-learn’ program
Nonprofit Healthcare Association of Hawaiʻi’s CNA+ to LPN Bridge program enables working certified nurse aides to become licensed practical nurses without having to leave their jobs to attend school or take labs.Hawai'i State News Schatz votes to protect people’s health care, prevent expected massive spike in…
Activities Parks and Recreation announces dates for 2026 youth track and field meets
In Case You
Missed It:
Missed It:
‘Hawai‘i to the World’ finale features top talent from throughout Hawai‘i
Credit union shows support for nonprofits that provide critical services at risk of…
Schatz statewide telephone town hall draws more than 16K Hawai‘i residents to…
12 lane closures scheduled during week of Dec. 13-19 on Big Island state roadways
State urges residents to take precautions as flu cases surge throughout islands
State agencies on alert after discovery of 3rd possible case of highly pathogenic bird flu
More than 1,000 native seabirds rescued in Hawai‘i during fallout season
WATCH: Hawai‘i U.S. senator urges passage of bipartisan Kids Off Social Media Act
Big Island bank teller indicted on embezzlement-related charges
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo fall commencement scheduled for Dec 20
Hawai‘i among several states being sued for failing to comply with federal election laws
Hawai‘i deputy AG, national leader in tobacco law gets prestigious national award
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Stay in-the-know with daily or weeklyheadlines delivered straight to your inbox.
Big Island News
Hawai’i County Fire Chief Todd Kazuo dies unexpectedly Sunday morning
Hawaiʻi County is mourning the unexpected passing of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd, who leaves behind a revered legacy of public safety and leadership.
‘Hawai‘i to the World’ finale features top talent from throughout Hawai‘i
After 4 weeks of show-stopping performances, emotional stories and unforgettable moments from throughout the pae ʻāina, the stage is set for one of the five finalists — including Pohai from the Big Island — to walk away with a $10,000 grand prize.
Resolution marking 50 years of Southeast Asian diaspora in U.S. pushed by Hirono
The bicameral legislation co-introduced by the U.S. senator from Hawai‘i recognizes the immense contributions of Southeast Asian refugees to the nation’s fabric and advocates for policies that would provide Southeast Asian Americans and refugee communities with greater opportunities to thrive.
Back home on the ranch: Two cows returned under new agriculture crimes law in Hawaiʻi
Under Duke’s Law, state legislation that went into effect July 1 to strengthen enforcement of ag crimes across Hawaiʻi, the first state search warrant was executed to retrieve farm animals.
Hilo gains 8 new nurses graduating from innovative ‘earn-and-learn’ program
Nonprofit Healthcare Association of Hawaiʻi’s CNA+ to LPN Bridge program enables working certified nurse aides to become licensed practical nurses without having to leave their jobs to attend school or take labs.
Yukumoto named interim Vulcans baseball coach
Yukumoto, a 1993 graduate of Hawai‘i Pacific University, has been associate head coach since 2019 after serving 13 seasons from 2006-18 as head coach at his alma mater, finishing with a 362-272-4 record and as all-time wins leader for the Sharks.
Schatz votes to protect people’s health care, prevent expected massive spike in premiums
Senate Republicans, however, who have the majority, rejected the measure; the vote came after Schatz earlier during the week took to the Senate floor, saying President Donald Trump “is making people poorer, and he’s doing it on purpose,” in remarks about about various ways he said Trump is increasing prices of everything in the daily lives of Americans.
Parks and Recreation announces dates for 2026 youth track and field meets
The meets are open to youth ages 6 to 14 years old and will be conducted Feb. 7 and 21, 2026, at Kealakehe High School in West Hawai‘i and Feb. 28 at Kamehameha High School in East Hawai‘i.
State Rep. Matthias Kusch to host meeting next week about proposed state park in Hilo
State Rep. Kusch is proposing the Passive Recreation Wilderness State Park as a natural, low-impact sanctuary that would be nearly 300 acres.
Credit union shows support for nonprofits that provide critical services at risk of funding shortfall
Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union announces gifts of $25,000 each for the Hawai‘i Resilience Fund at Hawai‘i Community Foundation and Safety Net Fund at Aloha United Way as part of the statewide “Aloha for Hawai‘i” giving campaign.
ADVERTISEMENT
Local Entertainment
‘Hawai‘i to the World’ finale features top talent from throughout Hawai‘i
After 4 weeks of show-stopping performances, emotional stories and unforgettable moments from throughout the pae ʻāina, the stage is set for one of the five finalists — including Pohai from the Big Island — to walk away with a $10,000 grand prize.
Volcano Watch: Lava fountains of knowledge; events for January Volcano Awareness Month
Join Hawaiian Volcano Observatory staff and its partners Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense in January 2026 for a series of programs around the island that will discuss eruptions and earthquakes, how Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists monitor them and the hazards associated with them.
20 holiday events around Big Island for Dec. 11-18: Punalights, Christmas hoedown, Waikōloa Christmas Parade plus a lot more
The holidays are in full swing around the Big Island, with another week of a variety of events, activities, concerts, performances and more in celebration of the season. Check them out now!
Celebrate 33rd Christmas with the Chefs this weekend at OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa
Those who attend will be treated to tasty temptations, dancing to live holiday tunes and stocked silent auction all in support of the local culinary industry’s future.
30 holiday events around Big Island from Dec. 4-11: Seasonal markets, tree lightings, parades and more — even snow in Kona
It seems as the island is in a very festive mood already this holiday season — and we do mean very; from traditional things to do to several events that are new, there are myriad ways to get into the holiday spirit during the upcoming week. Check them out now!
Hawai'i Volcano Blog
Maui Now
Santa, the Grinch and furry friends come together for holiday pet photos on Maui
Aloha FurEver Pets Foundation will host a holiday photo fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 20, at the West Side YMCA Resource Center in Lahaina. Pet owners are invited to bring their cats and dogs for festive photos with Santa and the Grinch.
Hana Hou Music Program announces fundraiser, upcoming winter session on Maui
The Hana Hou Music Program, a nonprofit that provides free music education and performances across Maui, has announced its annual end-of-year fundraising campaign and the launch of its first-ever 2026 Winter Session on Maui, along with a concert on Oʻahu to close out the year.
Keck Observatory observes first gravitationally lensed superluminous supernova
Astronomers have discovered the first-ever spatially resolved, gravitationally lensed superluminous supernova. The object, dubbed SN 2025wny, offers a rare look at a stellar cataclysm from the early Universe and provides a striking confirmation of Einstein’s theory of general relativity. The discovery relied on a chain of cutting-edge observatories collaborating on scientific breakthroughs.
Kaua‘i Now
Alexander & Baldwin to go private in $2.3B definitive merger agreement
Shareholders to receive $21.20 per share in cash, representing a 40% premium to closing price earlier this month; merger expected to close during the first quarter of 2026.
High surf advisory issued for north and west-facing shores of Kaua’i and Ni’ihau
A high surf advisory is in effect from noon today until 6 p.m. on Dec. 15 for the north- and west-facing shores of Niʻihau and Kauaʻi, where waves are expected to reach up to 16 feet.
Schatz votes to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits to protect people’s health care
Senate Republicans, however, who have the majority, rejected the measure; the vote came after Schatz earlier during the week took to the Senate floor, saying President Donald Trump "is making people poorer, and he's doing it on purpose," in remarks about about various ways he said Trump is increasing prices of everything in the daily lives of Americans.
