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“Venezuela crisis felt in Hawaii, sparking a mix of emotions.”

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Sunday, January 4th, 2026

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Venezuela crisis felt in Hawaii, sparking a mix of emotions

Explosions ignited overnight in Venezuela’s capital city, Caracas. And as news broke this morning that the U.S. had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, people here in Hawaiʻi woke up to a mix of shock, relief and hope.Full Story >>

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Aloha Friday Weather | Some sunshine today with scattered showers, heavier showers possible this weekend

Cloudy skies and scattered showers will continue today, with the focus shifting toward the Big Island and rainfall staying mostly light. Trade winds weaken Saturday before shifting Sunday, bringing in more moisture. This setup may lead to heavier showers and a chance of thunderstorms, mainly over the western islands from Sunday into early next week.Full Forecast >>