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Crews clean up 1,000-gallon wastewater spill from sewage pump station on Kaua‘i

State health officials issued a wastewater discharge advisory because of the spill; the public is advised to stay out of waters near the sewage pump station until the advisory is canceled.

Housing Agency to close for two days next week

The County of Kauaʻi Housing Agency will be moving back to the regular office space and will close from July 6 to 7.

Annual water quality report is available online and in print beginning Wednesday

The 2026 Water Quality Report will go over all nine water systems from Jan. 1, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2025.

GasBuddy projects second most expensive July 4 national average price ever at pump

National average price of gasoline on July 4 projected at $3.75 per gallon, still about 65 cents more than the national Fourth of July average in 2025 and nearly $1 higher than where gas prices started at the beginning of this year, despite several weeks of declines.

Ahi must have country of origin label beginning Wednesday

Act 238 requires local tuna fisheries and associated seafood markets to have a country of origin label to better inform and safeguard consumers by July 1.

First cohort graduates from University of Hawai‘i medical school’s Kaua‘i Medical Training Track

The graduation marks a historic milestone for Kauaʻi and the state.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

Hawaii News Chevron Forward

GasBuddy projects second most expensive July 4 national average price ever at pump

National average price of gasoline on July 4 projected at $3.75 per gallon, still about 65 cents more than the national Fourth of July average in 2025 and nearly $1 higher than where gas prices started at the beginning of this year, despite several weeks of declines.

Ahi must have country of origin label beginning Wednesday

Act 238 requires local tuna fisheries and associated seafood markets to have a country of origin label to better inform and safeguard consumers by July 1.

First cohort graduates from University of Hawai‘i medical school’s Kaua‘i Medical Training Track

The graduation marks a historic milestone for Kauaʻi and the state.

Hawaiʻi Attorney General secures 53 million eggs in nationwide settlement

An investigation found that three of the largest egg producers worked together to artificially increase the prices of eggs nationwide for years.

Free expression and updated University of Hawaiʻi updated time, place and manner policy

University on July 1 will implement the updated policy and procedures on an interim basis systemwide; requires activities follow reasonable, viewpoint-neutral standards such as managing noise levels, designating appropriate posting areas and ensuring building access remains unobstructed.

Central Pacific Bank earns Best Bank in Hawai‘i honor from Forbes for 3rd consecutive year

This recognition highlights banks that consistently deliver trusted, high-quality financial services and exceptional experiences at the local level.

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New study reveals global tuna fishing practices have created risks to the world’s marine protected areas

Drifting fish aggregating devices are posing significant risks to half of the world's marine protected areas.

University of Hawaiʻi systemwide updated time, place and manner policy and free expression

University on July 1 will implement the updated policy and procedures on an interim basis systemwide; requires activities follow reasonable, viewpoint-neutral standards such as managing noise levels, designating appropriate posting areas and ensuring building access remains unobstructed.

Nine motorists arrested on Big Island roadways for DUI through June 15-21

Most of the arrests occurred in Hilo, with four reported.

Hawaiʻi’s emergency siren test scheduled for July 1

Hawaiʻi’s outdoor warning sirens will undergo their routine monthly test at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, in conjunction with the Emergency Alert System test.

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Maui Economic Development Board to host AI-focused Tech ʻOhana session July 8

The Maui Economic Development Board will hold its next Maui Tech ʻOhana gathering from 5 to 6:30 p.m. July 8, featuring Dana and Josh Ellis, co-founders of Abra Hospitality, an artificial intelligence platform that hotels use to manage guest communications.

Hawaii State FCU donates $20,000 to the Friends of the Library of Hawaiʻi

The Hawaii State Federal Credit Union has donated $20,000 to the Friends of the Library of Hawaii in support of its 77th Annual Book Sale, which was held June 13- 21 at the Ward Centre.

Maui County offices to close Friday in observance of Saturday’s Fourth of July holiday

Nearly all Maui County offices, facilities and services will be closed Friday in observance of the July 4 holiday. However, county pools will remain open on Friday, but close on Saturday.

Maui visitor spending climbs 26% in May as arrivals near pre-wildfire levels

Visitor spending on Maui rose 26.4% in May compared with a year earlier, outpacing every other island in Hawaiʻi, according to preliminary statistics released Tuesday by the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.