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Hawaii News Gov. Josh Green honored on ‘TIME100 Climate’ list for impactful leadership

During uncertainty with SNAP funding because of federal government shutdown, Kauaʻi steps up to fill in the gap
In response to the looming suspension of SNAP benefits amidst the ongoing government shutdown, Kauaʻi food banks are bracing for a surge in demand, with Hawai'i Governor Josh Green announcing a statewide $250 emergency relief payment to assist those affected. October 31, 2025 · 04:54am
Kaua‘i County Housing to close Section 8 voucher waiting list until further notice
New applications will no longer be accepted after 11:59 p.m. Nov. 6; however, the closure does not affect those active on the waitlist or those who submit applications prior to the closing deadline.Hawaii News Hawai’i providing state funding to fill gap for 160,000 adults, kids about to…
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Update: 14-year-old runaway located
Kaua‘i Police Department reports that Levi Winchester is in good health and thanks the public for its assistance.
During uncertainty with SNAP funding because of federal government shutdown, Kauaʻi steps up to fill in the gap
In response to the looming suspension of SNAP benefits amidst the ongoing government shutdown, Kauaʻi food banks are bracing for a surge in demand, with Hawai’i Governor Josh Green announcing a statewide $250 emergency relief payment to assist those affected.
Kaua‘i County Housing to close Section 8 voucher waiting list until further notice
New applications will no longer be accepted after 11:59 p.m. Nov. 6; however, the closure does not affect those active on the waitlist or those who submit applications prior to the closing deadline.
Kaua‘i County adopts first-ever framework to guide disaster recovery, redevelopment
Preparing in advance for disaster recovery is critical, and this is the first set of written guidelines in Kauaʻi developed to guide the actions and decision-making for recovery and redevelopment post disaster.
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Hawaii News
Gov. Josh Green honored on ‘TIME100 Climate’ list for impactful leadership
Green was honored by TIME100 Climate list for his pioneering efforts in transforming Hawaiʻi into a sustainable model through innovative policies.
During uncertainty with SNAP funding because of federal government shutdown, Kauaʻi steps up to fill in the gap
In response to the looming suspension of SNAP benefits amidst the ongoing government shutdown, Kauaʻi food banks are bracing for a surge in demand, with Hawai’i Governor Josh Green announcing a statewide $250 emergency relief payment to assist those affected.
Hawai’i providing state funding to fill gap for 160,000 adults, kids about to lose federal food assistance
Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green also announced state funding to help needy families with utilities and housing for the next few months.
Hawaiʻi Relief Program now accepting applications from those impacted by federal gov’t shutdown
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green — in partnership with several state agencies and the state Legislature — is activating multiple avenues of support for thousands of households that might temporarily lose benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP — commonly called food stamps — beginning Nov. 1.
Big Island News
Two federal judges rule on emergency SNAP funding during government shutdown
Federal judges have mandated that the Trump administration allocate contingency reserve funds to maintain the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the government shutdown.
Gov. Josh Green honored for green fee in Time100 Climate list
Gov. Josh Green's leadership in driving Hawaiʻi's sustainability efforts has earned him a spot on the "TIME100 Climate" list, highlighting the innovative Climate Impact Fee for visitors.
Puna’s Highway 130 improvements shift focus to roundabouts for increased safety, efficiency
More than $12 million has been released to the Department of Transportation for long-awaited Highway 130 improvements in the growing district of Puna.
Don’t let Halloween end in horror: Police remind all ghouls, ghosts and goblins to make safety a priority
Hawai‘i Police Department encourages all community members to look out for one another this Halloween because everyone deserves to enjoy the evening without worrying about being in a nightmare of their own.
Maui News
Local brands pop-up at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center to kick off holiday shopping
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center continues to celebrate Hawai‘i’s entrepreneurial spirit with a lineup of local brand pop-ups throughout November, featuring 2BDesired, Lexbreezy Hawaiʻi, Get Nutz Wear, Hometown Holiday Makeke, and Dezigns by Kamohoaliʻi.
Governor Green named to the 2025 Time100 Climate list
Gov. Josh Green has been named to the 2025 TIME100 Climate list, recognizing the 100 most influential leaders in the world driving climate action, innovation and resilience.
Committee to meet Nov. 5 on Pulelehua and Hoʻonani Village mixed-use projects
A council committee will consider bills to change a zoning condition for the Pulelehua mixed-use project in Kahana and to change the zoning and amend the Maui Island Plan for the Hoʻonani Village mixed-use project in Pu‘unēnē at separate meetings on Wednesday, Councilmember Tamara Paltin announced.
Maui United Way hosting community workshops to choose priority sites for Environmental Assessment
Maui United Way, in partnership with Hā Sustainability and Environmental Science International, invites community members to participate in the next round of workshops for the Maui United Way Environmental Recovery Initiative, a community-first initiative supported by the US Environmental Protection Agency to assess and revitalize underutilized lands in Lahaina, Kahului, and Wailuku.


