Hawai‘i News Gov. Josh Green signs 266 measures into law after hosting 18 bill signing ceremonies
Election Ballot packets for 2026 Primary Election mailed out to Kaua‘i voters
Kaua‘i Comic Con 5 warps into Līhuʻe for ‘day full of fandom and fun’
Annual convention that celebrates everything pop culture and more returns for its fifth year from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 18 at Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall. July 16, 2026 · 05:00am
Kauaʻi Now launches major app update to keep you current with alerts, news, weather, entertainment and more
The new app, which features breaking news alerts displayed at the top, is available as free downloads in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.Kaua‘i News Public reminded to only cross Kūhiō Highway in marked crosswalks
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Voters to receive ballot by July 21 for upcoming Hawai‘i Primary Elections
ʻUkulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro returns to Kauaʻi
Application period open for Agriculture Farm Expansion grants
UPDATE: Coastal flooding statement canceled
Kauaʻi Coffee Co. names veteran agricultural leader Mark Bogner as new general manager
Kauaʻi authorities credit anonymous Crime Stoppers tips in recent arrests
Anaina Hou hosts upcycling camp focused on beach cleanup and creativity
Kauaʻi seeks state assistance as Waimea River mouth shifts towards homes
State Education Department serves nearly 145K free summer meals by end of June
Governor signs legislation expanding access to health care, relieving medical debt
Portion of Kalena Park in Līhu‘e to close temporarily
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Kaua‘i News
Gov. Josh Green signs 266 measures into law after hosting 18 bill signing ceremonies
Gov. Josh Green issued one veto from the intent-to-veto list, which the fewest vetoes in recent history.
Kauaʻi Now launches major app update to keep you current with alerts, news, weather, entertainment and more
The new app, which features breaking news alerts displayed at the top, is available as free downloads in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.
Ballot packets for 2026 Primary Election mailed out to Kaua‘i voters
Ballot packets are only mailed to active voters.
Public reminded to only cross Kūhiō Highway in marked crosswalks
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation installed “No Pedestrian Crossing” and “Use Crosswalk” signs fronting Kountry Kitchen in Kapa‘a.
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Hawaii News
Gov. Josh Green signs 266 measures into law after hosting 18 bill signing ceremonies
Gov. Josh Green issued one veto from the intent-to-veto list, which the fewest vetoes in recent history.
News in brief for July 16: New board members, new flights, free professional development and more
A quick look at news happening throughout the state and beyond.
Kauaʻi Police Department launches cadet program for aspiring young professionals
Cadets will gain insight into the many paths available within law enforcement while problem-solving and professional skills.
Special community meeting to feature candidate for Hawai‘i lieutenant governor Kaua‘i County Mayor Kawakami
The Indivisible Kaua‘i hybrid meeting, which can be attended in-person or online via Zoom, also includes Deirdre Romney, who will present information about understanding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agreements, what they are and why communities are reconsidering them.
Big Island News
Gov. Josh Green issues one veto following this year’s bill signing period
Gov. Josh Green has signed 266 of the 267 measures into law following the 2026 Hawaiʻi State Legislative session.
New Hawaiʻi law aims to improve electric bicycle safety, enforcement
New laws and regulations are now in effect to improve safety for the use of electric bicycles and micro-mobility devices in Hawaiʻi.
Start your holiday shopping early during Christmas in July Gift, Jewelry, Arts & Crafts Fair in Kona
The annual JoAnn Williams event offers a diverse and impressive assortment of items by vendors and artisans from throughout the islands; scheduled July 18 at Courtyard King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel in Kailua-Kona.
Maui News
Kalei’s Lahaina launches quarterly giveback to support local nonprofits through Loco Moco plate sales
Kalei’s Lahaina is launching a new giveback initiative, donating $1 from every Kalei’s Lahaina Loco Moco plate sold each quarter to local organizations that support and uplift the Lahaina community.
Hawaiian Council opens vendor interest form for ʻUlu o Lele Marketplace in Lahaina
Hawaiian Council announced today that it has opened a Vendor Interest Form for businesses, nonprofits, cultural practitioners, farmers, food vendors and other prospective participants interested in being part of ʻUlu o Lele, a new interim marketplace and community gathering space planned for the former Outlets of Maui site in Lahaina.
Maui County adopts new accessory dwelling rules to expand housing opportunities
To ease the island's severe housing shortage, Maui County has adopted new rules that allow qualifying residentially zoned properties on Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi to be eligible for up to two accessory dwellings in addition to a primary residence -- a potential of three residential units on a single lot, the County Department of Planning announced.
