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Approximately 1,900 humpback whales spotted off the Hawaiian Islands
Data was collected at 43 locations across the state, and a total of 1,954 humpback whales were spotted, including 467 on Kauai, 337 on Oahu, 52 on Molokai, 355 on Hawaii Island, 694 on Maui, and 49 on Lanai.
At Kilauea volcano, active eruptive activity has been observed in the Halema'uma'u crater every one to three weeks over the past year, and U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) officials say that sustained and repeated high-fountain activity, where lava erupts hundreds of meters into the air, is an unusual phenomenon for Kilauea.
New storm system brings flood and wind threats to the islands this On Saturday
Cloudy skies and pockets of heavy rains are forecast. A Flood Watch is in effect with the heaviest rains focused on windward spots.
Starting February 1st (Sunday) For individuals aged 18 and older, when boarding an airplane or entering federal government buildings, etc.the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) is applying a $45 fee to airline passengers who do not possess identification documents that comply with the "Real ID Act."
This new law aims to strengthen, maintain, and protect the premium brand image of Hawaiian macadamia nuts.
Opened in October 1987 at the North Shore Marketplace in Haleiwa Town, this cafe has been a beloved spot for both tourists and locals for many years, offering a selection of Hawaiian coffees, including those from Waialua and Kona on the Big Island, as well as rare and highly prized coffees from around the world.
January 25, 2026 Sunday
5:00 AM Road Closes 9:00 AM Road Reopens
The event is expected to have 2,000 runners. The event will start near Kapiolani Park Band Stand on Kalakaua Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kahala Ave., to Paikau St., to Diamond Head Rd., to 22nd Ave., to Kilauea Ave., to Elepaio St., to Kahala Ave., to Diamond Head Rd., to Kalakaua Ave., to end at the Honolulu Marathon finish line. 5K RUN: Start near Kapiolani Park Band Stand on Kalakaua Ave., to Diamond Head Rd, u-turn at last lookout, finish at Marathon Finish Line.
UNITE HERE Local 5 submitted a notice to Kaiser Permanente on Thursday, January 15th, stating their intention to go on strike and announced that the strike would take place on Monday, January 26th.
January 19, 2026 Monday
8:30 AM Roads Close 11:30 AM Roads Open
This is a First Amendment activity and is expected to have 700 marchers, 30 vehicles, 4 floats and 2 bands. It will start at Ala Moana Park, to Ala Moana Blvd., to Kalakaua Ave., to Monsarrat Ave., end at Waikiki Shell Parking Lot in Queen Kapiolani Park.
Southwest Airlines, a low-cost carrier that operates scheduled flights between the Hawaiian Islands and between Hawaii and the U.S. mainland, announced that it will launch new scheduled flights connecting Hawaii with airports in Southern California.
