From the Hawaii Tribune-Herald:

Astronomers using the W.M. Keck Observatory have discovered the most distant known galaxy.

The scientists, led by University of Texas at Austin assistant professor of astronomy Steven Finkelstein, published an article on the discovery in today’s issue of Nature. The galaxy they observed was seen as it was about 13.1 billion years ago. Read more.

And here’s the latest in other neighbor isle gov’t and politics:

Program encourages volunteers to take care of Mauna Kea

State expects Kauai to lead Hawaii in industry, job growth by 2020

Kalaheo woman energized to help clean up Kauai’s litter

Residents wary of repealing ordinance for Coco Palms

2 guilty in bogus debt-elimination scheme

Judge dismisses case against Leithead Todd

Shark bites Maui swimmer

Students unite to prevent domestic violence

Hawaii County may raise waste tipping fees

Lawmakers tour Maui studio, thanked for increasing tax credits

Mayor explains goals for Pali to Puamana Coastline Park

Mrs. Teshima dies at age 106

Spreckelsville residents appeal runway opinion

Photo: Subaru Telescope and W.M. Keck Observatory. (micronova)

—Chad Blair