Kaua‘i News USPS to close post offices, suspend mail delivery for Independence Day
Kaua‘i News Crews clean up 1,000-gallon wastewater spill from sewage pump station on Kaua‘i
Community groups win temporary pause to 148-unit Kōloa housing development until court hears appeal
The groups challenging the project have raised concerns about the size of the project, the impact of increased traffic, parking demands and emergency access on the narrow rural roads in the Kauaʻi town. July 01, 2026 · 05:00am
Hawai‘i senator introduces measure that aims to provide digital transparency amid AI-generated content
The legislation is also meant to help protect Hawai‘i artists and creators.Kaua‘i News Housing Agency to close for two days next week
Kaua‘i News Annual water quality report is available online and in print beginning Wednesday
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GasBuddy projects second most expensive July 4 national average price ever at pump
The Garden Isle’s monthly all-hazard siren test scheduled for July 1
Free expression and updated University of Hawaiʻi updated time, place and manner policy
Central Pacific Bank earns Best Bank in Hawai‘i honor from Forbes for 3rd consecutive…
Innovating for the future: State hosts successful 4th annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference
Primary cause of death for pueo during past three decades found to be vehicle collisions
Pacific Missile Range Facility honors lineal descendants of Na ‘Ohana Papa ‘O Mānā
It’s complicated: What does the Fourth of July holiday mean to Native Hawaiians
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Hawai‘i honors law enforcement, community leaders
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Road closures, traffic restrictions planned July 4 in Līhuʻe
Hawaiʻi governor picked to lead Western Governors’ Association as chairman
University of Hawaiʻi launches free personalized monthly climate summaries for…
Kaua‘i police officers honored as Employees of the Month for their outstanding work
Department of Water phone service will be unavailable on Monday
Lane closures scheduled through July 3 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
Hui ʻO Hawaiʻi wins total 4 gold medals, 1 bronze at 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Fishing fun, tradition and competition
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Kaua‘i News
USPS to close post offices, suspend mail delivery for Independence Day
On July 4, the U.S. Postal Service will suspend operations throughout Hawaiʻi for Independence Day, resuming normal services on July 6.
Community groups win temporary pause to 148-unit Kōloa housing development until court hears appeal
The groups challenging the project have raised concerns about the size of the project, the impact of increased traffic, parking demands and emergency access on the narrow rural roads in the Kauaʻi town.
Hawai‘i senator introduces measure that aims to provide digital transparency amid AI-generated content
The legislation is also meant to help protect Hawai‘i artists and creators.
Three raised crosswalks to be installed in Hanalei
Installing these raised crosswalks will physically remind drivers to maintain the 25-mph speed limit through Hanalei town.
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Hawaii News
Hawai‘i senator introduces measure that aims to provide digital transparency amid AI-generated content
The legislation is also meant to help protect Hawai‘i artists and creators.
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.
Big Island News
Hawai‘i Community Foundation celebrates 25 years of giving in Waimea
The foundation marked the milestone by awarding $500,000 through its Richard Smart Fund to support programs throughout the Big Island community.
Post offices to close statewide for Fourth of July holiday
The U.S. Postal Service will resume normal services on July 6.
Maui News
Inaugural ʻAha Niu: Maui Nui Coconut Celebration Festival spotlights safeguarding coconuts for future generations
The inaugural 2026 ʻAha Niu: Maui Nui Coconut Celebration Festival showcased the passion the Maui Nui community has for safeguarding and perpetuating niu (coconut) for future generations. In early June, five adult coconut rhinoceros beetles were found in traps in Waikapū. On the heels of that news, the ʻAha Niu festival was held June 13 at Maui Nui […]
Kaiser Permanente and Maui Health come together to expand access to care in West Maui
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi announced it will partner with Maui Health to open a new Lahaina Clinic to serve as a lasting home for care in West Maui and support the community’s continued recovery and future health care needs.
Maui Weather Forecast for July 01, 2026
A ridge to the north of the islands will maintain moderate to locally breezy trade winds into the weekend. Limited clouds and showers will be focused along...
Schatz introduces AI-generated content transparency bill
US Sen. Brian Schatz of Hawaiʻi introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing transparency around artificial intelligence-generated content, requiring clear labels when people are viewing AI-made material or interacting with an AI chatbot.
