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Kīlauea community says it has ‘lost trust’ in Kauaʻi police after lack of action resulted in deadly shooting
New Kauaʻi Police Chief Rudy Tai and members of the criminal justice system attended a public meeting Tuesday to explain their actions and hear concerns involving a homicide, attempted homicide and 2-day manhunt of William "Billy" Sinclair. July 09, 2026 · 05:00am
After lease scare ends with 15-year agreement, new chapter brewing at Kauaʻi Coffee Company
"To the community of Kauaʻi and the consumers of Kauaʻi Coffee, thank you for making your voices heard ... (and) reminding all of us how important Kauaʻi Coffee is, not only as a business, but as an employer, an agricultural institution, and part of the identity of this island," said James Priestley, vice president of Brue Baukol Capital Partners that owns the land that has been leased by the coffee company.Hawai‘i News New legislation strengthens community, enhances environmental protections
Kaua‘i News No swimming advised at Hanalei Bay due to heavy runoff, brown water
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Hawai‘i airports demonstrate strong carbon management, progress toward net-zero emissions
State’s largest 5 commercial airports achieve global Level 3 airport carbon accreditation milestone, driving toward 2045 emissions goal.
The Club at Kukuiʻula welcomes Anne Sachs as new Membership Services manager
Sachs succeeds longtime Membership Services manager Brenda Sameshima, who is retiring after 22 years of service to the club.
New legislation strengthens community, enhances environmental protections
Gov. Josh Green has signed four pivotal bills into law, focusing on environmental conservation, housing affordability, and community infrastructure advancements.
No swimming advised at Hanalei Bay due to heavy runoff, brown water
Kaua‘i County ocean safety officers have posted warning signs and are monitoring the area.
News in brief for July 9: SPAM Musubi Day, business accelerator and more
A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.
Kīlauea community says it has ‘lost trust’ in Kauaʻi police after lack of action resulted in deadly shooting
New Kauaʻi Police Chief Rudy Tai and members of the criminal justice system attended a public meeting Tuesday to explain their actions and hear concerns involving a homicide, attempted homicide and 2-day manhunt of William “Billy” Sinclair.
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Hawaii News
Hawai‘i airports demonstrate strong carbon management, progress toward net-zero emissions
State’s largest 5 commercial airports achieve global Level 3 airport carbon accreditation milestone, driving toward 2045 emissions goal.
New legislation strengthens community, enhances environmental protections
Gov. Josh Green has signed four pivotal bills into law, focusing on environmental conservation, housing affordability, and community infrastructure advancements.
News in brief for July 9: SPAM Musubi Day, business accelerator and more
A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.
Hawai’i Department of Agriculture monitors risk as New World screwworm cases rise on U.S. mainland
Despite the low risk to Hawaiʻi, the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity is enacting proactive, protective measures against the New World screwworm.
Big Island News
Black Rock Pizza in Kailua-Kona closed after inspectors find rodent droppings, food safety violations
The DOH has shuttered Black Rock Pizza amid an active rodent infestation and severe food safety violations discovered during a recent inspection.
Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority’s first executive director announces retirement
"Serving as MKSOA's first Executive Director has been one of the greatest honors of my career," said John De Fries on Thursday.
Maui News
Democratic Party has 3 qualified candidates for the Senate District 18 Seat
The Democratic Party of Hawaiʻi has three qualified candidates to fill the vacant Senate District 18 seat, held by Senator Michelle Kidani, whose retirement went into effect on June 30, 2026. The Senate District 18 seat represents Mililani Town, Waipiʻo Gentry, Crestview, Waikele, a portion of Waipahu, Village Park and Royal Kunia.
Port of Guam reopens after Super Typhoon Bavi suspends port operations
The US Coast Guard has reopened the Port of Guam, following the US territory's brush with Super Typhoon Bavi.
Kauanoe Batangan earns ILWU Local 142 endorsement for Maui County Council
The Maui Division of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 142 officially endorsed Kauanoe Batangan for the Maui County Council. Batangan currently holds the Kahului residency seat on the Council, where he advocates for accountability, transparency, and equitable treatment for union workers.
Raising Cane’s ‘Stuff Da Bus’ school supply drive in partnership with Maui United Way, July 12
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is partnering with Maui United Way’s Keiki In Need for the Raising Cane’s "Stuff Da Bus" Back to School Drive and Celebration on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at its Kahului location at 176 Ho’okele Street.


