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Free car seat safety events planned arond Kauaʻi in September

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 0 to 14.

Proposed new rules for aquarium fish collection rejected by state Land Board, keeping current ban in place

Currently, the long standing Hawaiʻi rules — which have a pre-approved “whitelist” of 40 species that can be collected with no limits — clashes with the statewide indefinite temporary ban.

Kapa‘a Swimming Pool adjusts hours due to staffing issues

Starting Sept. 3, the Kapaʻa Swimming Pool will operate on a reduced schedule due to staffing shortages, affecting its hours of operation during the week.

Brown water advisory lifted for Kauaʻi, continues for three areas

The brown water advisory has been lifted at Kōloa Landing but remains in effect at three beaches.

Category 4 Hurricane Lowell to generate strong swells for portions of Hawaiian Islands, but not wind or rain

Forecasters and officials continue to monitor the storm closely; residents and businesses encouraged to prepare for possible severe weather, especially with above average hurricane season predicted.

Federal funding coming to Hawai‘i to strengthen rural health care

The federal investment will help train and retain more healthcare professionals, provide new ambulances in every county and modernize emergency communications.
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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

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Proposed new rules for aquarium fish collection rejected by state Land Board, keeping current ban in place

Currently, the long standing Hawaiʻi rules — which have a pre-approved “whitelist” of 40 species that can be collected with no limits — clashes with the statewide indefinite temporary ban.

Category 4 Hurricane Lowell to generate strong swells for portions of Hawaiian Islands, but not wind or rain

Forecasters and officials continue to monitor the storm closely; residents and businesses encouraged to prepare for possible severe weather, especially with above average hurricane season predicted.

Federal funding coming to Hawai‘i to strengthen rural health care

The federal investment will help train and retain more healthcare professionals, provide new ambulances in every county and modernize emergency communications.

6 new Pwo navigators inducted by Polynesian Voyaging Society

Four Native Hawaiian women among the inductees, marking a historic new chapter in the legacy of Master Navigator Mau Piailug and future of leadership in Polynesian voyaging.

$1.5M-plus in kona low assistance through Office of Hawaiian Affairs relief programs

The agency continues to deliver — nearly 6 months after severe kona lows in March caused flooding and damage in communities throughout Hawaiʻi — emergency and recovery assistance to Native Hawaiian beneficiaries through a coordinated group of relief programs.

Keynote opening 2026 Hawai‘i Tourism Conference to be given by former New York City fire chief

Joseph Pfeifer will recount Hawai‘i’s support for 9/11 families nearly 25 years ago and share lessons in emergency response during the conference slated for Sept. 24-25 on O‘ahu.

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Coconut Island Pedestrian Bridge deemed in ‘serious condition’ 4 years before collapsing in November

At the time of the report in January 2022, engineers said while the bridge had parts that were deteriorating, it still was safe enough for the public and county staff, but with limitations.

Public input sought for update to University of Hawaiʻi Mauna Kea master management plan

“We invite the community to take some time to review the proposed revisions, ask questions and share their manaʻo, their perspectives with us," said University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship Executive Director Greg Chun.

Categoary 4 Hurricane Lowell to generate strong swells for Big Island beginning Wednesday, but not wind or rain

The swells generated by Hurricane Lowell are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions for portions of the Hawaiian Islands, according to the 11 p.m. Wednesday forecast of the Central Pacific Hurricane Center.

Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply provides Lala recovery update

Crews continue assessment and recovery efforts to restore reliable water service to mauka Wai‘ōhinu and South Point Road; the department recognizes significant impact the prolonged service disruptions have on the community, and unfortunately damage to some access routes and critical infrastructure still are complicating efforts.

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Maui Weather Forecast for September 02, 2026

The trade winds are slowly edging upwards and are expected to build to strong and gusty levels over the windier spots across Maui County and the Big Island...

Following Schatz-McMahon agreement, Hawaiʻi providers set to receive $30M in federal funding by Friday

Following an agreement between US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) and Education Secretary Linda McMahon, the US Department of Education finalized an extension to fully fund the Native Hawaiian Education Program for another year and today awarded $29.7 million of that funding, which is set to go to Hawai‘i providers by Friday.

Category 4 Hurricane Lowell to remain a powerful hurricane for the next several days

The trade winds are slowly edging upwards and are expected to build to strong and gusty levels over the windier spots across Maui County and the Big Island today. Winds will be on the uptick across Kauaʻi and Oʻahu as well, but not quite as strong as the southern islands. The uptick in winds is in response to Hurricane Lowell, currently about 460 miles east-southeast of Hilo. The system is passing to our south while a high pressure system is situated far to the north.

Sugimura calls for immediate action to address public safety concerns along Pūlehu and Hansen roads; County administration responds

Maui County Council Vice-Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura is calling on the County Administration to respond immediately to serious public safety concerns along Pūlehu Road and Hansen Road, two heavily traveled County roads used daily by Central Maui and Upcountry residents.