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A federal judge cleared the way for Hawaii to sue major oil companies for climate damages, dealing a setback to federal efforts blocking state climate action. The ruling means Hawaiian taxpayers may no longer bear the full cost of climate impacts alone.
More than 130 libraries across three states are launching the West Coast's largest book club to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The groundbreaking collaboration brings communities together through George Takei's powerful memoir about Japanese American incarceration.
Cancer patients across Hawaii will learn how clinical trials save lives at a free workshop this Saturday. The event marks a milestone for a growing support network built on one woman's vision.
Just 18 months after launching, Sonoma State's AANHPI Student Achievement Program is already transforming campus life for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students. The program connects heritage with education through mentorship, weekly gatherings, and real-world learning opportunities.
Kauai's Gabriela Bryan kicked off the 2026 surf season with a commanding victory at Australia's iconic Bells Beach, proving her breakout year wasn't a one-time wonder. The 24-year-old's fifth career win puts her in elite company with Hawaii legends like John John Florence and Carissa Moore.
As two powerful Pacific storms threaten Hawaii and Guam, American Red Cross volunteers are racing to both islands to open shelters and support thousands of residents in harm's way. The massive volunteer response shows how everyday people step up when their neighbors need help most.
When another storm threatened Hawaii's North Shore, neighbors turned anxiety into action by distributing over 2,000 sandbags in two days. The community effort helped families still recovering from recent floods prepare their homes while boosting everyone's spirits.
Missing your dog on vacation? Three Hawaiian animal shelters now let tourists take shelter dogs on beach adventures for the day. The programs help dogs get adopted while giving visitors a meaningful way to give back.
Thousands will gather at Ala Moana Beach this Memorial Day for Hawaii's beloved lantern floating ceremony, and organizers need volunteers to make the magic happen. The free event honors fallen service members and loved ones in one of the nation's largest Memorial Day observances.
Researchers in Hawaii just described 10 new moth species and 7 new genera, revealing how much we still don't know about the islands' incredible biodiversity. Some discoveries honor Hawaiian culture, while others highlight urgent conservation needs.
After massive flooding cut off East Molokaʻi from essential services, neighbors created a community hub that's serving 250 hot meals daily and connecting displaced families with housing, supplies, and hope. As recovery shifts from emergency relief to rebuilding, volunteers are tackling everything from mold education to coordinating skilled workers for long-term reconstruction.
Wai'anae High School just unveiled Hawaii's first public high school health learning lab, giving students hands-on training for healthcare careers the state desperately needs. With nearly 4,700 healthcare jobs open across the islands, this state-of-the-art facility is training tomorrow's nurses, medical assistants, and phlebotomists today.
When federal funding dried up for Hawaii's nonprofits, a statewide volunteer movement stepped in to save essential services. One organization is now connecting thousands of helpers with communities desperately needing support.
After devastating floods struck Hawaii, volunteers are delivering food, cleaning supplies, and hope to families rebuilding their lives. The grassroots effort shows how island communities unite when disaster strikes.
Hawaii's class of 2025 just achieved the highest graduation rate in state history, with 87% of students finishing high school on time. The milestone signals growing momentum in student success across the islands.
Volunteers arrived early Sunday morning to clean up Noelani Elementary's flood-ravaged campus, ensuring students could return to school Monday. The community came together to transform disaster into hope in just one weekend.
Hawaii's utilities commission just blocked a utility company from overcharging customers by $308 million for a power plant upgrade. The decision prioritizes affordable energy for residents dealing with the nation's highest electricity costs.
After two catastrophic storms dumped 50 inches of rain on Oahu, destroying crops and flooding fields, Hawaii's tight-knit farming community is banding together to rebuild. Despite losing nearly everything, these resilient farmers are already replanting and supporting each other through recovery.
After severe flooding from Kona Low storms hit Hawaii, communities across the islands launched dozens of relief efforts offering free meals, shelter, medical care, and supplies. Within hours of the disaster, local businesses, nonprofits, and volunteers mobilized to support their neighbors.
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Rachel Chai, a divorced mother of two, just received a national scholarship to pursue her social work dreams while continuing her decade-long career caring for Hawaii's elderly residents. She's the only Hawaii recipient this year from a program that awarded $73,000 to caregivers nationwide.
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