Kauais Solid Waste Division urges residents to reduce, reuse, and recycle during the holidays. Opt for durable, reusable items, donate or reuse unwanted items, and properly recycle packaging materials. Place trash carts out the night before pickup, and remember to bag and drain liquids before placing in the cart. Trash collection schedules remain unchanged during the holidays.

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Rainy weather persists in Hawaii as a weather system keeps moisture over the islands. Kauaʻi and Oʻahu receive periods of rain, with Kauaʻi getting up to nearly two inches. A weak front approaches Kauaʻi, potentially causing heavier showers and isolated thunderstorms. Some rain bands over the ocean may quickly move over land, causing minor flooding in low-lying areas. Maui and Hawaiʻi Island will also see rain, but amounts should be lighter. Showers linger through Friday, but drier weather returns late Friday as winds shift back to the east. Trade winds strengthen, bringing more typical trade wind weather by Saturday.

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Lakeshow podcast delves into Lakers recent win, highlighting Jarred Vanderbilts standout performance and the intense rivalry between Dillon Brooks and LeBron James. The hosts also explore NBA historys greatest rivalries and discuss the potential relocation of the NBA Cup championship. To stay updated on Lakers games and news, consider Spectrum SportsNet+ with a free Xumo Stream Box for six months.

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Civil Beat, a Hawaiian nonprofit news organization, is expanding its coverage beyond Honolulu with the help of initial funding from national foundations. This growth aims to strengthen local journalism and provide a more comprehensive understanding of the states challenges and successes. Civil Beat is also launching a year-end campaign to raise funds from the community, matching the generosity of national foundations and supporting their ambitious expansion plans.

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Civil Beat, a Hawaii-based nonprofit news organization, is expanding its coverage across the islands with a significant seed investment. They aim to add staff on the neighbor islands, deepen investigative reporting, and provide comprehensive local news updates. To fund this expansion, theyre running a year-end campaign to raise $300,000 by December 31st. Reader contributions are crucial to strengthen local journalism and ensure critical stories from all Hawaiian islands are told.

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Civil Beat, a Hawaii-based nonprofit news organization, is expanding its reach with significant seed money from national foundations. Their goal is to add more staff on the neighbor islands, enhancing local coverage and in-depth reporting. Theyre now seeking community support to match a $300,000 year-end campaign goal, with a deadline of December 31st. Your donation can help foster independent journalism in Hawaii.

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Civil Beat, a Hawaii-based non-profit news organization, is expanding its reach with a significant transformation. Backed by national foundations, they aim to grow their newsroom and improve coverage across the islands. To achieve this, theyre seeking community support, setting a year-end campaign goal of $300,000 to hire more journalists and strengthen investigative reporting.

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Maui Countys Bill Nine: A Three-Year Transition from Short-Term Rentals to Long-Term HousingMaui County has passed Bill Nine, converting over six thousand two hundred short-term vacation rentals into long-term housing for local residents in West and South Maui. The bill aims to address the severe housing shortage, exacerbated by last years wildfires. Mayor Richard Bissen signed the bill after the County Council approved it, setting a timeline of three years for West Maui and five years for South Maui. The move has sparked intense debate, with property owners expressing opposition and concerns about job losses in the tourism sector. However, supporters argue that the housing crisis is too severe to ignore, with Hawaii needing an estimated fifty thousand additional affordable homes before the fires. The future of these units remains a key topic of discussion, as the county explores options to ensure affordable and stable housing for Mauis residents.

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Hawaii Revives Homeownership Program: Lower Mortgage Rates for Low-Income ResidentsThe Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation has launched the Hale Kama‘aina Mortgage Program, offering mortgage loans with significantly lower interest rates than current market rates. This initiative aims to make homeownership more accessible for low and moderate-income residents, potentially saving homeowners between $300 and $400 on their monthly payments. The program provides a path to homeownership for local residents, addressing the issue of people leaving Hawaii due to housing costs. Eligible households can secure a thirty-year fixed-rate mortgage with interest as low as 5.40% for federally insured loans and 5.70% for conventional loans. Additionally, the program offers lower loan origination fees and a second loan for up to 4% of the homes purchase price to help with down payments, with a one percent interest rate that can be deferred.

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Off-duty prison guard Aukusitino Noga Jr. accused of assaulting Moanalua High Schools associate athletic director Natalie Iwamoto after a basketball game. Noga pleaded not guilty, with trial set for February 9th. The altercation began due to Nogas aggressive heckling of referees, including racial slurs. Iwamoto was punched to the ground, sustaining injuries. Noga was arrested and released on bail. Iwamoto filed a protective order petition against Noga and his wife, citing fear of further harassment and assault.

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Smiths Union Bar, Honolulus oldest continuously operating bar, is closing after nine decades. The historic establishment, known as Smittys, served as a watering hole for Pearl Harbor veterans and held deep historical ties. The closure, due to a lease dispute, marks the end of an era and a significant loss to Hawaiis historical fabric.

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Auana Cirque du Soleil show in Waikiki celebrates first anniversary, exceeding attendance expectations amidst Hawaiis tourism slowdown. With strong demand from U.S. West Coast and Japan, Outrigger predicts over 260,000 tickets sold in 2025. Shows original storyline and signature acts, created by a dedicated cultural team, resonate with local residents and tourists alike.

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Discover the process of keeping your personalized license plates during a car sale gap, and learn about property tax payment options at satellite city halls. Plus, find out about the upcoming SNAP benefit changes in Hawaii regarding soft drink purchases.

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Thousands braved the rain to complete the Honolulu Marathon, with Eritreas Tsegay Weldilbanos and Great Britains Calli Hauger-Thackery taking the top spots. Volunteers and spectators, including carolers and a volleyball coach, supported the runners, spreading holiday cheer and camaraderie. Yvette Caldwell, a fifty-two-year-old runner, and McGinnes, another participant, shared their experiences, highlighting the marathons spirit of aloha and the joy of running in Hawaiis beautiful islands.

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Hidden Valley Estates residents have been plagued by a persistent alarm at Iliahi Elementary School, disrupting their sleep and causing significant frustration. The DOE has apologized and sent a contractor to fix the issue, promising to monitor the system and prevent future false alarms.

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Hawaiis statewide minimum wage is set to rise to $16/hour in 2026, part of a series of increases aiming for $18/hour by 2028. This is accompanied by a new law imposing a $500 penalty for wage law violations, aiming to protect workers and promote economic stability.

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Maui County Councils Bill Nine aims to address housing crisis by gradually eliminating short-term rental units, making way for more affordable long-term housing. The bill, signed by Mayor Richard Bissen, gives property owners in West Maui three years and those in South Maui five years to convert their properties. Lahaina Strong, a key advocacy group, sees this as a hopeful step, especially for Lahaina fire survivors. Despite potential economic impacts and legal challenges, advocates believe this is a significant stride towards solving the housing crisis, which could take decades to resolve through new construction alone.

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Calli Hauger-Thackery from England wins the Honolulu Marathon, securing first place in the elite women’s division with a time of 2:30:44. Despite rainy conditions, a record number of participants completed the race. Hauger-Thackery, a Yorkshire native, enjoyed the hilly course and prepared for Hawaiis humidity with heat exposure training. The Honolulu Marathon, the fourth-largest in the US, has no cut-off time and registration for the 2026 race is now open.

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Lahaina Small Boat Harbor Reopens, Sparking Mixed Reactions in Mauis Tourism RecoveryThe Lahaina Small Boat Harbor in Maui has reopened for tour vessels, two years after the devastating wildfires. Commercial boats are back, but the return has been met with mixed reactions. Dave Jung, owner of Hawaii Ocean Project tours, was among the first to bring his catamaran back, sharing a personal connection to the tragedy. Don Prestage, president of Sail Maui, expressed both excitement and nervousness about the reopening. However, some community members have protested, believing its too soon for tourists to return to what they consider a sacred area. The reopening is still limited, with the harbor lacking working navigational lighting and recent weather affecting business.

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Ancestry.com tightens DNA database access for law enforcement, impacting cold case investigations. Despite this, genetic genealogy has proven crucial in solving crimes, as seen in the Nancy Anderson and Dana Ireland cases. While Ancestrys new policy poses a challenge, public databases remain accessible, and legal experts agree that this technology is invaluable for cold cases.

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