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    • Hawaiʻi voters to decide on two state constitutional amendments, one Kauaʻi County Charter amendment

    Hawaiʻi voters to decide amendments on timing for judge appointments, funding public infrastructure and one amendment that clarifies the planning commission appeal process in the Kauaʻi County Charter.

    Hawai‘i News State awareness campaign urges residents to ‘Keep Kids Safe’ as part of…

    Kaua‘i News Forecasters advise statewide flood watch remains in effect through late Wednesday night

    Dry season in Hawaiʻi 3rd wettest in 30 years; but low rainfall, high fire risk forecast for wet season

    If the NOAA wet season forecast is accurate, the state may experience dryner than normal conditions and droughts in many areas due to El Niño. October 28, 2026 · 05:00am

    2 Kauaʻi professionals to graduate from rigorous Hawai‘i Agricultural Leadership Program on Nov. 9

    This year's 14 graduates identified ways to reduce Hawaiʻi’s dependence on food imports and strengthen its food system.

    news Registration for 2027 Kauaʻi County Mini Hoopster and Junior Hoopster Basketball…

    Kaua‘i News Brown water advisory issued at Lawa‘i Beach Park on Kaua‘i

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    Dry season in Hawaiʻi 3rd wettest in 30 years; but low rainfall, high fire risk forecast for wet season

    If the NOAA wet season forecast is accurate, the state may experience dryner than normal conditions and droughts in many areas due to El Niño.

    State awareness campaign urges residents to ‘Keep Kids Safe’ as part of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week messaging

    This year’s awareness campaign encourages Hawaiʻi families to “Get the Facts. Test Your Keiki. Check Your Home” for possible contamination; educational webinar scheduled for this morning, Oct. 28.

    Hawaiʻi voters to decide on two state constitutional amendments, one Kauaʻi County Charter amendment

    Hawaiʻi voters to decide amendments on timing for judge appointments, funding public infrastructure and one amendment that clarifies the planning commission appeal process in the Kauaʻi County Charter.

    2 Kauaʻi professionals to graduate from rigorous Hawai‘i Agricultural Leadership Program on Nov. 9

    This year’s 14 graduates identified ways to reduce Hawaiʻi’s dependence on food imports and strengthen its food system.

    Forecasters advise statewide flood watch remains in effect through late Wednesday night

    Heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms with intense rainfall rates can develop at any time through Wednesday night, with the greatest flood threat focused over O‘ahu and Maui County; however, all islands are at risk.

    Brown water advisory issued at Lawa‘i Beach Park on Kaua‘i

    Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain, even if a brown water advisory is not issued in the area.
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    Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
    Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
    The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
    Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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    State awareness campaign urges residents to ‘Keep Kids Safe’ as part of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week messaging

    This year’s awareness campaign encourages Hawaiʻi families to “Get the Facts. Test Your Keiki. Check Your Home” for possible contamination; educational webinar scheduled for this morning, Oct. 28.

    Hawaiʻi voters to decide on two state constitutional amendments, one Kauaʻi County Charter amendment

    Hawaiʻi voters to decide amendments on timing for judge appointments, funding public infrastructure and one amendment that clarifies the planning commission appeal process in the Kauaʻi County Charter.

    Hawaiʻi lifeguards join in international collaboration to improve lifesaving education, drowning prevention

    Three Hawaiʻi ocean safety chiefs traveled to Okinawa to sign a historic three-way agreement that aims to enhance ocean safety and drowning prevention.

    EPA grants nearly $400,000 to Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture for pesticide enforcement

    Federal grant money will be used to support two inspectors and one chemist position with the State of Hawaiʻi.

    Hawai‘i reaffirms commitment to preserving survivor benefits for foster youth

    The state’s recommitment comes as the Administration for Children and Families highlights national momentum to end what Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams has called the “orphan tax.”

    Retired Hawaiʻi Supreme Court chief justice Recktenwald honored with prestigious national award

    Mark E. Recktenwald, who retired in 2025 as chief justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court, has been recognized with the National Judicial College’s highest honor, the Sandra Day OʻConnor Award.

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    Families of people buried at Nāʻālehu Cemetery encouraged to submit claim for recovered items

    Hawaiʻi County Department of Parks and Recreation in late September initiated a process for family members to claim items displaced by flooding caused by Hurricane Lala.

    Hawai’i’s 2026 dry season 3rd wettest in 30 years; but wet season will be opposite with increased wildfire risk

    If the NOAA wet season forecast is accurate, the state may experience dryner than normal conditions and droughts in many areas due to El Niño.

    State marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week with launch of awareness campaign

    This year’s awareness campaign encourages Hawaiʻi families to “Get the Facts. Test Your Keiki. Check Your Home” for possible contamination; educational webinar scheduled for this morning, Oct. 28.

    6th annual Fill A Police Cruiser food drive coming to Kona

    All donated non-perishable food items and monetary contributions collected during the food drive will be distributed by The Food Basket, Hawaiʻi Island's Food Bank, to people and families in need around Hawaiʻi Island.

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    Maui welcomes Hawaiian season of rest and renewal at Historic Mokuʻula

    The County of Maui opened Makahiki Maui Nui, a new collaborative initiative honoring the Hawaiian season of Makahiki, with Wehena Makahiki, an opening ceremony held Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Royal Complex of Mokuʻula/Mokuhinia in Lahaina.

    Maui Weather Forecast for October 28, 2026

    A trough moving over the island chain from the west will bring clouds and showers to the state through tonight. An accompanying upper level disturbance provides...

    Maui police seek help identifying five unclaimed bodies

    The Maui Police Department, in coordination with its healthcare partner, is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating next of kin for several deceased individuals within Maui County.

    Temporary safe parking site wins unanimous Maui Council approval, but potential severe weather delays opening

    The Maui County Council voted 9-0 on Friday to approve a bill that lets the county open a temporary site for people living in their vehicles along Pūlehu Road, even as advocates for houseless residents called the location a “dust bowl,” and some council members warned that the project needs a clearer framework and more site improvements.