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A hiker in her 20s was rescued from Pu'u o Hulu Trail after an injury. The Honolulu Fire Department responded swiftly, providing aid and airlifting her to safety.
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Hawaii's Board of Land and Natural Resources approved a new lease for AccesSurf, a nonprofit adaptive ocean sports program, for storage and parking at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor.
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The National Weather Service forecasts varied weather for Honolulu, with brief trade winds followed by a new cold front bringing potential thunderstorms, affecting mainly Kauai and Oahu.
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Attorney General Anne Lopez and colleagues from 15 states released guidance to help employers legally implement DEIA policies in response to a Trump administration order.
Honolulu woman Phitsmai Khamkhay is charged with distributing methamphetamine from her residence; her guilt remains unproven until determined by the court.
Maui County offices and some amenities will close for Presidents’ Day on Feb. 17, while essential services like trash pickup and public transportation will continue. Normal operations resume Feb. 18.
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Lahaina residents to learn about ash and debris transfer to a permanent site at an open house with officials from Maui County, USACE, EPA, and Dept. of Health.
Honolulu experiences a mix of calm weather and potential rain, with variable winds expected, and stronger winds and rain chances increasing later in the week.
Hawaii will conduct a mandatory live fire training exercise at Kona and Hilo airports from Feb. 10-12 to recertify aircraft rescue firefighters, not affecting normal operations.
Parks & Nature in ...
The County of Maui is hiring for their PALS summer session, a program for children 5-12 that includes arts, crafts, sports, and more, from June 9 to July 28, 2025.
The Explore Outdoor Hawai‘i website won a gold award at the Horizon Interactive Awards for its user-friendly platform providing information on Hawai‘i's outdoor activities.
The County of Maui reported improved wastewater services in West Maui, with services fully restored for 61 properties in Kelawea Mauka after 2023 wildfires.
Kekaha Road resurfacing causes closures from February 10 to 14, with restricted access and no parking. Drivers should expect delays and follow flagger instructions.
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