Kaua‘i News Lane closures now scheduled through May 29 for Ala Kīnoiki in Po‘ipū
Kaua‘i News No injuries reported following house fire in Kapa‘a
Pacific Missile Range Facility Mālama ʻĀina Day empowers students with hands-on conservation learning
This year’s theme was “Planet vs. Plastics," with hands-on presentations and activities for the West Kauaʻi fourth-graders in attendance, covering various topics such as plastic waste recycling, meteorology, wildlife protection, energy conservation and more. May 27, 2026 · 05:00am
Community invited to attend Nā Ala Hele Program Plan meeting
In April, the Department of Land and Natural Resources released a draft of the Program Plan Update.Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i Firefighters perform 2 separate hiker rescues on Memorial Day
Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i police officers recognized as Employees of the Month for investigative work in…
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No tsunami threat to the state after 6.8 quake strikes northern Chile
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Kauaʻi Fire Department celebrates promotions of 15 members during pinning ceremony
Road closures scheduled for ‘Aliomanu Road beginning this week in Anahola
Hawai‘i-Japan Sister Summit strengthens partnerships, sets new priorities
20 lane closures scheduled during week of May 24-29 on Kaua‘i state roadways
Hurricane Preparedness Week: Kauaʻi Emergency Management reminds residents to get ready…
Scholarship offer following Lahaina wildfire opened doors for diesel mechanics grad to…
Join statewide ‘Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai’ coastal restoration day this June
Legislation aimed at cracking down on illegal fireworks trafficking proposed by Case…
Applications open soon for preschool tuition assistance in Hawaiʻi for next school year
Full road closures scheduled for portions of Ala Wai Road
Kapaʻa High class of 2026 celebrates graduation of 275 students with 39 valedictorians
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Kaua‘i News
Lane closures now scheduled through May 29 for Ala Kīnoiki in Po‘ipū
The single lane closures were originally scheduled to be finished by May 1; they are necessary to accommodate for tree trimming along parts of the roadway.
Pacific Missile Range Facility Mālama ʻĀina Day empowers students with hands-on conservation learning
This year’s theme was “Planet vs. Plastics,” with hands-on presentations and activities for the West Kauaʻi fourth-graders in attendance, covering various topics such as plastic waste recycling, meteorology, wildlife protection, energy conservation and more.
Community invited to attend Nā Ala Hele Program Plan meeting
In April, the Department of Land and Natural Resources released a draft of the Program Plan Update.
Pothole repairs prompt temporary closure at Keālia Beach entrance
There will be restricted access near the lifeguard tower this week for the repair of potholes.
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Hawaii News
Kaua‘i unemployment rates for April slightly below state average
In April, 671,050 persons were employed and 16,850 were unemployed, for a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 687,900 statewide.
National foundation honors University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center scientist for life-saving research
Dr. Michele Carbone, a renowned researcher at the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center, has been awarded the prestigious 2026 Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research.
Planned Parenthood introduces advanced abortion medication access across Hawaiʻi
The program uses the medications mifepristone and misoprostol, which are commonly prescribed for medication abortions and approved for use up to 12 weeks of pregnancy.
No tsunami threat to the state after 6.8 quake strikes northern Chile
A significant 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Chile’s coast. Authorities confirm there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi.
Case, Tokuda introduce measure to crack down on interstate trafficking of illegal fireworks
US Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi introduced proposed legislation to crack down on illegal fireworks by allowing prosecutors to pursue money laundering charges against criminals moving illegal fireworks across state lines.
Hawai‘i-Japan Sister Summit strengthens partnerships, sets new priorities
This year’s summit, which ended last week, built on the inaugural 2023 event, inviting state and county officials, Sister Prefecture and Sister City representatives as well as experts in economic development, culture, health, security and resilience.
Big Island News
‘Party with a purpose’ during WHAAM! at Wainaku
Tickets are limited, so don't wait to get yours for this pop art-inspired fundraiser celebrating food, art, music and the creative community hosted by Hawai‘i Island Art Alliance in partnership with Ola Brew.
Community invited to learn more about draft Nā Ala Hele Program Plan
In April, the Department of Land and Natural Resources released a draft of the Program Plan Update.
‘Lives are devastated’: Extent of damages from South Kona quake continue to come into focus
Hawai‘i County Civil Defense reports to Honolulu media outlet that it had received 143 damage reports — 34 of which were for major damage, including 5 homes destroyed — from the magnitude-6.0 earthquake that struck shortly before 10 p.m. Friday, May 22, on west side of Big Island.
Maui News
Inaugural Wailuku Film Festival unveils more than 100 film screenings, launches ticket sales
Wailuku Film Festival announced that tickets go on sale today for its inaugural 2026 program — a lineup of more than 100 films that will establish Wailuku town as a gathering place for Pacific and global cinema.
Virtual visits to remote seabird sanctuaries offered in Year of Our Coastal Kuleana
New virtual field trips are being offered this year to remote seabird sanctuaries: Lehua Island, 19 miles west of Kauaʻi, and Hōlanikū (also known as Kure Atoll), 1,400 miles away at the furthest reaches of the Northwest Hawaiian Islands. The virtual excursions use 360˚ photos and videos, as well as interviews with field biologists and cultural practitioners, to provide educational exploration of otherwise inaccessible locations.
Maui Surf Forecast for May 27, 2026
A small, long-period northwest swell will peak this morning for Kauai and Oahu, and later this afternoon and tonight for Maui and the Big Island as it...
Tom Cook files for re-election to South Maui Council Seat
Tom Cook officially filed his nomination papers Tuesday to seek re-election to the South Maui residency seat on the Maui County Council, launching a campaign focused on housing solutions, infrastructure improvements, and building a stronger future for Maui County.
