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Debris closes portion of Ke Ala Hele Makālae in Kapa‘a

The Department of Parks and Recreation has temporarily closed a segment of Ke Ala Hele Makālae, stretching from Keālia Beach to Palikū Beach.

Surging oil prices bring dark cloud over Hawai‘i’s economy, according to UHERO report

These emerging challenges come as the state continues to recover from significant damage caused by the March Kona Low storms and from an ongoing sluggish labor market.

No swimming, ocean activities advised at Hanalei Bay due to brown water

Kauaʻi County ocean safety officials have posted warning signs and are monitoring the area.

Flags in Hawai‘i ordered to half-staff in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day

Flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Friday.

Kaua’i medical professionals urged to beware of phone scam seeking personal information

State officials are alerting medical professionals across the Garden Island to a sophisticated phone scam where impostors claim to be state representatives investigating their licenses.

Gov. Josh Green approves new financing program for aging condos in Hawaiʻi

Hawaiʻi officials have unveiled a groundbreaking, state-backed loan program to help condominium associations.
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Surging oil prices bring dark cloud over Hawai‘i’s economy, according to UHERO report

These emerging challenges come as the state continues to recover from significant damage caused by the March Kona Low storms and from an ongoing sluggish labor market.

Flags in Hawai‘i ordered to half-staff in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day

Flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Friday.

Kaua’i medical professionals urged to beware of phone scam seeking personal information

State officials are alerting medical professionals across the Garden Island to a sophisticated phone scam where impostors claim to be state representatives investigating their licenses.

Gov. Josh Green approves new financing program for aging condos in Hawaiʻi

Hawaiʻi officials have unveiled a groundbreaking, state-backed loan program to help condominium associations.

Kauaʻi sees mixed progress in sheltering people experiencing homelessness

On the Garden Isle, 76 individuals were sheltered in 2026 compared to 59 in 2024. Unsheltered families went from 22 in 2024 to 19 in 2026.

Man charged with harassing endangered monk seal on Maui

Igor Mykhaylovych Lytvynchuk, faces charges under the Endangered Species Act after allegedly attempting to harm a Hawaiian monk seal by throwing a rock at it.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 16, 2026

Heavy showers and thunderstorms will remain possible across most of the state through at least tonight, while easterly trade winds that remain in place...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 16, 2026

A small, medium period north northwest (320-330 degree) swell that peaked last night will continue to slowly decline tonight. Surf along north and west...

Hawaiʻi Island police initiate a murder investigation after fatal assault

Michael Alan Torres Jr., 57, died at Queen's Medical Center on Oʻahu due to injuries from an assault in Hilo at 5:11 p.m. on Saturday, May 9.

Saddle Road closed in both directions in South Hilo for next 3 hours

Daniel K. Inouye Highway (Saddle Road) is closed in both directions between the 13-and 14-mile markers due to a vehicle collision and police investigation.

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Alice in Wonderland ballet by Alexander Academy of Performing Arts, June 6 and 7

Alexander Academy presents Alice in Wonderland, a delightful ballet performance bringing Lewis Carroll’s classic tale to life. This spring production will be performed on June 6 at 2 and 6 p.m., and June 7 at 12 and 4 p.m. at the Seabury Hall Aʻaliʻikuhonua Creative Arts Center.

Committee to meet Thursday on Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund for Maui County

The Agriculture, Diversification, Environment and Public Transportation Committee will meet Thursday at 9 a.m. to discuss legislation to dedicate 20% of the county’s annual transient accommodations tax revenue to a Climate Action and Resiliency Revolving Fund, Council Member Gabe Johnson announced.  

HawaiiUSA and Southwest partner to help Maui students gain financial education experiences

HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union and Southwest Airlines are continuing their partnership to help empower Maui students through financial education, leadership development, and access to new opportunities beyond the classroom.

Deadline to request curbside pickup for storm debris is May 22

Kona Low storms right-of-way debris removal service will conclude Friday, May 22, 2026, according to the County of Maui Office of Recovery.