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US House committee approves funding for invasive species strike teams
The legislation that unanimously passed the U.S. House of Representative's Natural Resources Committee would authorize $10 million annually until 2033 to protect native ecosystems from severe ecological damage. August 01, 2026 · 05:00am
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National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu reported today (Aug. 1) that winds have decreased below advisory threshold.Hawai‘i News University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline
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Kaua‘i News
UPDATE: Wind advisory previously in effect canceled
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu reported today (Aug. 1) that winds have decreased below advisory threshold.
Statewide monthly emergency siren test scheduled
The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
US House committee approves funding for invasive species strike teams
The legislation that unanimously passed the U.S. House of Representative’s Natural Resources Committee would authorize $10 million annually until 2033 to protect native ecosystems from severe ecological damage.
What you need to know about Kaua‘i County’s Aug. 8 primary election
This year, Kauaʻi residents can vote for mayor, all seven County Council seats and various state and federal offices.
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Hawaii News
Statewide monthly emergency siren test scheduled
The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
US House committee approves funding for invasive species strike teams
The legislation that unanimously passed the U.S. House of Representative’s Natural Resources Committee would authorize $10 million annually until 2033 to protect native ecosystems from severe ecological damage.
Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirms fourth case of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis
The individual with cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite in food, traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick.
University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline
Nine of the university system’s campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14; classes begin Aug. 24.
State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected
A quick look at news happening throughout the state.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
Big Island News
Wind advisory previously issued for portions of Big Island canceled
However, Hawaiian Electric continues to watch conditions in areas of Maui and the Big Island that are most at risk of wildfire, with public safety power shutoffs still possible.
Funding for Keaukaha gym renovations secured after years of dilapidation, deferred maintenance
Construction is expected to begin at the end of 2027, with the renovated Kawānanakoa Gym to be completed by the end of 2028.
Maui News
REALTORS Association of Maui Community Foundation awards scholarships to 39 Maui County students
The REALTORS Association of Maui Community Foundation (RAMCF) has awarded scholarships to 39 outstanding students from Maui County through its 2026 Presidential Scholarship program.
UH extends fall 2026 application deadline to Aug. 14 for community colleges
The University of Hawaiʻi extended its fall semester application deadline for community colleges, UH Maui College, UH Hilo and UH West Oʻahu to Aug. 14 to give prospective students more time to submit applications.
House committee approves funding for invasive species strike teams
The US House Natural Resources Committee unanimously approved a bill deploying specialized strike teams to combat invasive species. The legislation authorizes $10 million annually, protecting native ecosystems from severe ecological damage.
