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Update: National Weather Service cancels coastal flooding statement previously in effect for parts of Kaua‘i County

Forecasters in Honolulu reported early this morning (Aug. 12) that high water levels have fallen just below coastal flooding thresholds.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs plans televised candidate forums for 2026 trustee election

The forums are designed to provide voters and agency beneficiaries an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about issues, their priorities and the visions they would bring to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs governing board.

Inspection of Wailua–Kapaʻa sewer collection system scheduled

The County of Kauaʻi Department of Public Works describes this as a critical step toward strengthening wastewater infrastructure serving the eastside communities.

UPDATED: Water service shutdown rescheduled for portions of Wailuā Homesteads

The shutdown originally planned for Aug. 11 is now slated for Aug. 12 and necessary to repair a water mainline affecting portions of the community.

Portions previously closed on Kūhiō Highway reopen following emergency water service repair

The county reported about 10:30 a.m. Tuesday that a one‑lane closure of the southbound lane was in effect for the portion of Kūhiō Highway between Uhelekawawa Canal Bridge and Hoi Road, in the vicinity of Safeway and Ross Dress for Less, because of necessary emergency repairs following a break in a water line in that area.

Public invited to review proposals for County of Kauaʻi grant program

The Innovation Grants Program are awarded to projects that identify a local challenge or need and present a proven innovative solution.
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Office of Hawaiian Affairs plans televised candidate forums for 2026 trustee election

The forums are designed to provide voters and agency beneficiaries an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about issues, their priorities and the visions they would bring to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs governing board.

Elegible kūpuna can apply to rental subsidy program while on Hawaiian Homes wait list

The initiative is funded with $10 million from the federal Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act, secured by Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation.

Georgia man arrested after posts threatened husband of former director of National Intelligence

According to court records, Nolan Ezra Goldklang posted threatening statements directed at Tulsi Gabbard’s husband on the social media platform, “X.”

University of Hawaiʻi to replace the fundraising and membership program for student athletes

The University of Hawaiʻi is launching Bows Athletics Club to ehance support for nearly 500 student-athletes.

Green appoints Danielle Bass to represent Senate District 18

Danielle Bass was appointed following the retirement of state Sen. Michelle Kidani and will represent the district until a successor elected in the Nov. 3 general election takes office.

News in brief for Aug. 9: Honolulu police drones, commemorative ribbon, Little League winners and more

A quick look at news happening throughout the state and beyond.

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Young Brothers plans modified cargo acceptance, availability at Port of Kawaihae

Several changes are scheduled throughout August at the West Hawai‘i port, beginning this week, as the shipping company works 'to keep the marine highway running smoothly for all communities' it serves.

Young Hawaiian monk seal found dead in abandoned lay net on Oʻahu North Shore

The 3-month-old seal was identified as RV36, a male, born in late April at Kaʻena Point State Park; the carcass was turned over to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which will conduct a post-mortem examination.

Magnitude-5.2 quake strikes beneath Kama‘ehuakanaloa seamount east-southeast of Big Island

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the quake was part of an ongoing sequence of temblors associated with unrest that started Aug. 9 at the seamount. The quakes have no apparent impact on either Mauna Loa or Kīlauea volcanoes.

Bacteria notification, brown water advisory issued for waters off East Hawai‘i

Routine water sampling at Honoli‘i Cove detected bacteria levels above the state's permitted threshold while health officials advise the public to stay out of waters of Hilo Bay and several miles north along the Hāmākua Coast because of a brown waters.

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Maui Surf Forecast for August 12, 2026

Surf along south and west facing shores will continue to remain elevated as overlapping south swells continue to fill in around the islands through tonight. A...

Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays returns this weekend on Aug. 15

The Maui Economic Recovery Commission, Healing Journey Team welcomes the community back for Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays, a monthly gathering dedicated to healing, connection, and strengthening the resilience of Lahaina.

No tsunami expected after preliminary magnitude 5.1 earthquake at Loihi Seamount south of Hawaiʻi Island

There is no tsunami expected following a 5.1 earthquake reported at the Loihi Seamount, south of the Big Island. The quake occurred at 5:49 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.

Women’s competition called ON at the Outerknown Tahiti Pro Presented by I-SEA

Women's Round One has been called ON at the Outerknown Tahiti Pro Presented by I-SEA, Stop No. 7 of the 2026 World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour (CT). After three days saw the completion of the men's first two rounds, the world's best women will get their shot at Teahupo'o at this year's event.