Subscribe to our Newsletter

Stay in-the-know with daily or weekly
headlines delivered straight to your inbox.
Cancel
×

Kaua‘i News Chevron Forward

High surf advisory issued for north, west shorelines of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu report surf heights will build through Wednesday, peak Wednesday night and maintain advisory level heights Thursday.

McDonald’s in Hawaiʻi to honor veterans with free breakfast on Veterans Day

Veterans and active-duty service members can choose any breakfast sandwich for free by showing a valid military or veteran ID.

15-year-old rescued after falling 15 to 20 feet while hiking Kalalau Trail along Nāpali Coast

The teenager suffered an apparent head injury from the fall and was air lifted to Princeville Airport.

Kauaʻi hunting units reopen for game bird, game mammal seasons

Hunters are encouraged to check current hunting area information before heading into the field and report any significant hazards encountered during their hunts.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Nov. 10 about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources, plus more, from throughout the county.

Local filmmakers expand casting for $1.8 million Kauaʻi adventure film, ‘Thackeray’

From acting to behind-the-scenes production, Kauaʻi residents of all experience levels are invited to get involved in the new action adventure film.
ADVERTISEMENT

Napali Coast Chevron Forward

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

Kauaʻi hunting units reopen for game bird, game mammal seasons

Hunters are encouraged to check current hunting area information before heading into the field and report any significant hazards encountered during their hunts.

Kauaʻi Community College fair charts paths to 4-year diplomas

More than 70 attendees explored transfer opportunities, connected with other University of Hawaiʻi campuses and learned about online and in-person bachelor’s degree pathways.

Hoʻi Koholā: Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary welcomes return of humpbacks to Hawaiʻi

Boaters are reminded to reduce speed and keep a safe, legal distance around these special seasonal visitors during this time of year.

US Postal Service to observe Veterans Day

Self-service options will be available in many post office retail lobbies on Nov. 11, when facilities are closed because of the holiday.

Hawaiʻi Law Enforcement Standards Board seeking contractors to analyze training

Proposals to conduct a statewide analysis and develop recommendations for law enforcement training standards must be submitted by Jan. 12.

Public comment period set to open at beginning of week to gather input for proposed commercial fishing rules in Pacific national monument

Pacific Islands Heritage Coalition urges the public to speak up for monument protections.

Big Island News Chevron Forward

Wind advisory issued for portions of Big Island

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu expect northeast winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, from overnight Tuesday through early Thursday morning in parts of Puna, Kaʻū and Kohala.

UPDATE: Previously closed portion of Queen Kaʻahumanu Highway now open

West Hawai‘i roadway was closed temporarily between Keāhole Street (Kona Airport Road) and Waikōloa Road.

Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply urges community to be drinking water prepared

Hawaiian Electric extended a public safety power shutoff watch; the county relies on the utility's power to operate wells and booster pumps for water distribution, and a public safety power shutoff could result in outages for hours to days, depending on weather conditions, location and possible damages.

Hawaiʻi Island police still seeking information about missing Purple Heart recipient from Pāhoa

Kelly Gravitt disappeared more than three years ago, and was last seen in the area of Highway 130 and Kaimu-Makena Homestead Road in Pāhoa,

Maui News Chevron Forward

Hawai‘i Energy Policy Forum to hold ‘Power Up’ Virtual Community Education Series, Nov. 19

Hawai‘i has been battered by a series of storms this past year and simulated models show the frequency of tropical storms that make landfall in Hawai‘i will double because of ongoing warming. This could mean prolonged power outages that affect our access to water, communications, medical equipment and much more. What can we do as a community to become more resilient to severe weather?

Kalihi man sentenced to more than nine years in prison for gunpoint game room robbery

Chris Pham, 22, of Kalihi, Oʻahu, was sentenced on Nov. 9, 2026, by Senior US District Judge Helen Gillmor to 111 months in federal prison for Hobbs Act robbery and brandishing a firearm during the commission of the robbery, followed by five years of supervised release.

HDOT’s HiRideshare is now KohoGo

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation launches KohoGo, a free website and app to help commuters to find carpool, vanpool and transit options throughout the state.

$40,000 Awarded to 5 Business Plans from MEO’s Core Four Business Planning Course

Five graduates of Maui Economic Opportunity's Core Four Business Planning Course have been awarded a total of $40,000 in grants funded by the County of Maui Office of Economic Development to help launch and grow their local businesses.