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County reminds residents vehicle registration renewal options are available while services…

US Coast Guard restores navigation aids, reopens harbors following Hurricane Lowell

Pacific Missile Range Facility guest passes reopen with limited access and select sites

DMV closed on Kauaʻi due to fire leaving residents who need license renewals in limbo

All state parks on Kauaʻi will remain closed for foreseeable future due to Hurricane…

American Red Cross volunteers traveled around Kaua‘i, offering food, water, gloves, hugs…

Remnant moisture from former TS Norbert forecast to produce moderate to heavy rainfall…

Arizona farm sending Hawaiʻi 1 million eggs as part of federal price-fixing settlement

So Delicious dairy-free salted caramel frozen dessert pints recalled; state health…

Water conservation notice lifted for Kalāheo-Kōloa, Līhuʻe-Kapaʻa and Hanalei service…

Verified GoFundMe fundraisers support those impacted by Hurricane Lowell

‘Dark Skies’ initiated over Pacific Missile Range Facility during shearwater…

Kauaʻi businesses rebuild from Hurricane Lowell while weighing when — and how —…

Hurricane Lowell triggers another payout of Hawaiʻi’s first-ever Reef insurance, the…

Deadline suspended for Pacific Missile Range Facility, Kōkeʻe Park observatory final…

Kaua‘i County reminds real property tax owners about deadline for some upcoming relief…

Water conservation notice lifted for Hanapēpē-ʻEleʻele, Kekaha-Waimea service areas

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State to install 2 raised crosswalks on Kaua‘i

The installation of the crosswalks will require a single-lane closure in one direction at a time.

2025 statewide crime data in Hawaiʻi shows 54,000 serious criminal offenses, down 10% from 2024

There was a decrease in crimes against persons and property and crimes against society, including drug offenses and weapon law violations.

Motorists can expect multiple road closures beginning next week

Road resurfacing is scheduled for Ulu Mahi subdivision in Līhuʻe and Menehune Road in Waimea.

Weight restriction lifted on Wainiha Bridge No. 3 with erosion repairs completed

The bridge had been weight-limited to 5 tons or below to address erosion damage from Hurricane Lowell.

Kauaʻi cancer survivor, other advocates from Hawaiʻi urge Congress to increase funding for research

About 800 cancer patients, survivors and other advocates traveled to Washington, D.C., to urge passage of the Clinical Trial Modernization Act.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Friday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami on Thursday encouraged visitors to participate in the Garden Isle’s recovery by supporting local businesses, adds people should avoid the Wainiha and Hāʻena areas in wake of the hurricane.
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2025 statewide crime data in Hawaiʻi shows 54,000 serious criminal offenses, down 10% from 2024

There was a decrease in crimes against persons and property and crimes against society, including drug offenses and weapon law violations.

Motorists can expect multiple road closures beginning next week

Road resurfacing is scheduled for Ulu Mahi subdivision in Līhuʻe and Menehune Road in Waimea.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Friday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami on Thursday encouraged visitors to participate in the Garden Isle’s recovery by supporting local businesses, adds people should avoid the Wainiha and Hāʻena areas in wake of the hurricane.

Volcano Watch: Ups and downs of lava fountaning episode forecasting with tilt data

Recently, re-inflation of the summit became more unsteady during the ongoing episodic eruption of Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island; now, following the opening of new vents Sept. 14-16 in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater, it appears the behavior of the volcano might have changed.

State warns public about fraudulent letters referencing a state agency

A series of fraudulent mailers is using Hawaiʻi Green Infrastructure Authority’s name to imply legitimacy in home warranty and mortgage protection scams.

Researchers suggest cooked beef, sunflower seeds for little fire ants

University of Hawaiʻi researchers found that fire ants prefer cooked beef and sunflower seeds over water-packed tuna.

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Forecast window for next eruptive event at Kīlauea continues to remain unknown

Because of the irregular changes in inflation and deflation, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that forecast windows for its next eruptive episode can no longer be modeled.

Puna man arrested in connection with Hilo terroristic threatening incident involving firearm

South Hilo patrol officers responded at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday to a residence in the 400 block of Iloko Street in Hilo following a report of a male in possession of a firearm who was making threatening statements.

Windward Planning Commission approves permit for future Keaʻau health center

The $90 million health center promises comprehensive medical and behavioral health services, catering to growing community needs by 2028.

Flood watch canceled for all Hawaiian Islands

The National Weather Service said in its 3 a.m. Friday advisory that flooding no longer is expected to pose a threat.

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Schatz, Young introduce legislation to help stop child labor

US Sens. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) and Todd Young (R-Ind.) introduced legislation to help stop illegal child labor. The bipartisan Stop Child Labor Act would increase maximum fines for violations, establish new criminal penalties, allow victims harmed by violations to file private lawsuits, and encourage collaboration between employers and government to stop child labor violations before they occur.

Eight proposed Maui County Charter amendments to be on general election ballot

The Nov. 3 general election ballot will include eight proposed amendments to the Maui County Charter.

Meetings scheduled for Maui Island Special Management Area boundary assessment project

The Department of Planning is holding community meetings to share information and gather feedback on the Maui Island Special Management Area boundary assessment project.

Kōkua Kauaʻi Donation Drive will be held Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 26 and 27, in Kahului

Following the success of the Kōkua Hawaiʻi Island Donation Drive, residents and visitors are encouraged to continue supporting our neighbor islands by coming together to help the Kauaʻi community, which was devastated by Hurricane Lowell. The Kōkua Kauaʻi Donation Drive will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 26 and 27, 2026, in Kahului, the County of Maui Office of the Mayor announced.