Over on the Big Island, Kilauea Volcano is very active at two locations. From Hawaii Island, HPR's Sherry Bracken gives us an update on all the island's volcanoes.

Hawaii County Police Department has established a new way to contact them to report activities or behavior that may lead to a future crime. From the Big Island, HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us about the new service.

For many years, the three neighbor island counties have split around $3 million from the state to help boost their low-income housing program. HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us that in 2012, the state will give the entire $3 million to Hawaii County.

The Hawaii County Redistricting Commission has called a special meeting for this Friday to address allegations of gerrymandering---carving up districts for political purposes. From Hawaii Island, HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us more.

Historians say the first celebration of Christmas in Hawaii was in 1786, when the crew of the British ship Queen Charlotte had a holiday feast off the coast of Kauai. In more recent times, celebrations have included a series of parades and festivals, including some special ones on Hawaii Island. From Kona, HPR’s Sherry Bracken tells us about some events taking place Saturday.