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    • The forecast track of Hurricane Lowell as of the 5 a.m. advisory on Sept. 4, 2026, from the Central Pacific Hurricane Center.

    Category 3 Hurricane Lowell’s exact track too soon to determine, but will likely bring rain, wind, swells to Kauaʻi

    Some fluctuations in intensity are expected during the next few days; however, Lowell is expected to remain at or near major hurricane status by late Monday and Monday night when it is expected to...

    Kaua‘i News Public urged to prepare now as Hurricane Lowell moves closer to Kauaʻi County

    Hawai‘i News Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

    Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

    John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen. September 04, 2026 · 06:19am

    Family pleads for harsher sentence as Hilario gets 5 years for hit-and-run death of 30-year-old

    Salvin Hilario was sentenced to five years in prison for the death of Kailon Tyndzik in a hit-and-run last year despite family protests against the plea deal.

    Kaua‘i News Authorities seek help identifying man found dead along Kapaʻa shoreline

    Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative tells customers to get prepared ahead of Hurricane…

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    Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

    John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.

    Category 3 Hurricane Lowell’s exact track too soon to determine, but will likely bring rain, wind, swells to Kauaʻi

    Although the models all show Hurricane Lowell turning sharply to the north on Sunday, there is a notable amount of spread on how close the core of Lowell will get to Kauai County, the Central Pacific Hurricane Center’s 5 a.m. Friday advisory said.

    Family pleads for harsher sentence as Hilario gets 5 years for hit-and-run death of 30-year-old

    Salvin Hilario was sentenced to five years in prison for the death of Kailon Tyndzik in a hit-and-run last year despite family protests against the plea deal.

    Public urged to prepare now as Hurricane Lowell moves closer to Kauaʻi County

    The exact storm track and impacts remain uncertain; however, the county could experience strong winds, heavy rainfall, dangerous surf and coastal flooding beginning this weekend and continuing into early next week; Kauaʻi Emergency Management is coordinating closely with county, state and federal partners as well as with non-governmental organization and community partners, with updates provided as conditions warrant.

    Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

    The past year in Hawai‘i has shown disasters such as hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and more can happen with little or no warning; steps you take to prepare for any emergency can help you be better prepared overall.

    Authorities seek help identifying man found dead along Kapaʻa shoreline

    Kauaʻi authorities are appealing for public assistance to identify a man found deceased on Wednesday morning along the shoreline near Pono Kai Resort.
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    Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

    John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.

    Category 3 Hurricane Lowell’s exact track too soon to determine, but will likely bring rain, wind, swells to Kauaʻi

    Although the models all show Hurricane Lowell turning sharply to the north on Sunday, there is a notable amount of spread on how close the core of Lowell will get to Kauai County, the Central Pacific Hurricane Center’s 5 a.m. Friday advisory said.

    Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

    The past year in Hawai‘i has shown disasters such as hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and more can happen with little or no warning; steps you take to prepare for any emergency can help you be better prepared overall.

    Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands

    Forecasters said that it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the Category 4 hurricane, which now has sustained winds near 140 mph.

    State announces automated Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program mass replacement, extended deadline

    The critical updates will help families throughout the state who experienced food loss because of impacts from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala.

    First-grade teacher on Kaua‘i among finalists for Hawai‘i State Teacher of the Year

    The teacher selected will go on to represent Hawaiʻi at the National Teacher of the Year Ceremony in Washington, D.C.

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    Category 3 Hurricane Lowell to bring high surf, rain to Big Island

    Lowell is forecast to produce rainfall totals of 3 to 6 inches, with maximum totals exceeding 10 inches possible, for Kauai, Niʻihau and the Big Island.

    Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

    The past year in Hawai‘i has shown disasters such as hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and more can happen with little or no warning; steps you take to prepare for any emergency can help you be better prepared overall.

    Three Big Island educators recognized for commitment to students, contributions to school communities

    Haley Agbayani, Matthew Moustakas, and Adam Tuifagu, have been recognized as 2027 Complex Area and Charter School Teachers of the Year, with a chance to become the Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year this month.

    Kona earthquake community resource centers open today

    Vibrant Hawaiʻi social service navigators at the centers will provide in-person assistance with applications and help residents navigate available disaster recovery resources.

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    Maui Humane Society searches for forever home for Bianca as she marks one year at the shelter

    Maui Humane Society is issuing a plea to the community to help find a loving home for Bianca, a 4-year-old German Pinscher/Doberman mix who has officially reached her one-year anniversary at the shelter.

    Why Maui police don’t always name people who are arrested, including their own officers

    Mug shots and arrest details are still available to the public, but often only upon request or by checking records.

    Maui Weather Forecast for September 04, 2026

    A high pressure ridge to the north and Hurricane Lowell passing south of the Hawaiian Islands will keep breezy trade winds in the forecast today. Expect...

    Maui Council committee sends Waiʻōhuli wells water agreement to full Council

    The Maui County Council's Water and Infrastructure Committee voted 7-0 Monday to recommend passage of Bill 97 (2026), which would authorize the county Department of Water Supply to enter into an agreement with the state Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to develop three new groundwater wells in Waiʻōhuli and a transmission system to serve homestead housing for Native Hawaiians. The bill now moves to the full Council for further consideration.