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    • Latest Election Results
    Updated November 04, 2026 10:10pm HST Full results

    Kaua‘i Mayor

    • RAPOZO, Mel
      56.5%
      13,927 votes
    • CARVALHO, Bernard, Jr.
      37.4%
      9,208 votes

    Kaua‘i County Council

    • HOLLAND, Fern Anuenue
      7.2%
      12,425 votes
    • OZAKI, Todd R.
      6.7%
      11,557 votes

    County Ballot Measure

    Relating to the Planning Commission's Appeals Process
    • YES
      53.2%
      13,117 votes
    • NO
      28.5%
      7,026 votes

    State Representative

    District 16 · Wailua, Hanamāʻulu, Līhuʻe & Puhi
    • EVSLIN, Luke A.
      67.2%
      5,683 votes
    • HAZLEBECK, David
      27.0%
      2,288 votes

    State Representative

    District 17 · Niʻihau, Kōloa, Poʻipū, Kalāheo, Hanapēpē, Waimea & Kekaha
    • MORIKAWA, Daynette (Dee)
      66.9%
      5,594 votes
    • CLUETT, Misty
      25.1%
      2,100 votes

    Governor & Lieutenant Governor

    • GREEN, Josh KAWAKAMI, Derek S.K.
      73.5%
      227,046 votes
    • CORDERY, Gary ANTHONY, Daniel
      24.6%
      75,978 votes

    U.S. Representative

    District II · Neighbor Islands & Rest of Oʻahu
    • TOKUDA, Jill N.
      63.0%
      129,528 votes
    • AWA, Brenton
      31.7%
      65,189 votes

    At-Large Trustee

    • SOUZA, Keoni
      10.6%
      124,720 votes
    • ANDERSON, Ikaika
      10.6%
      124,025 votes
    All contests See full election results Full results

    Celebrate trees on Kauaʻi throughout November during Arbor Day Hawaiʻi 2026

    The activities demonstrate the vital role trees play by providing shade, improving air quality, supporting wildlife habitat and reducing stormwater runoff and erosion.

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    Mel Rapozo claims 56.5% of vote, poised to lead Kauaʻi as next mayor

    Rapozo maintained his lead in the mayoral race according to the third election printout results. November 04, 2026 · 08:41am

    State investigates 2 cases of Legionnaires’ disease linked to stays at Nihi Kai Villas on Kauaʻi

    Anyone who stayed at Nihi Kai Villas within the past 2 weeks and develops symptoms consistent with the illness caused by Legionella bacteria is advised to seek medical attention and contact the state Health Department Disease Outbreak Control Division.

    Crime Montana man faces up to 5 years in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill…

    Kaua‘i News Surf advisory in effect early Thursday through early Friday for portions of Kaua‘i…

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    Celebrate trees on Kauaʻi throughout November during Arbor Day Hawaiʻi 2026

    The activities demonstrate the vital role trees play by providing shade, improving air quality, supporting wildlife habitat and reducing stormwater runoff and erosion.

    State investigates 2 cases of Legionnaires’ disease linked to stays at Nihi Kai Villas on Kauaʻi

    Anyone who stayed at Nihi Kai Villas within the past 2 weeks and develops symptoms consistent with the illness caused by Legionella bacteria is advised to seek medical attention and contact the state Health Department Disease Outbreak Control Division.

    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Nov. 5 about Hurricane Lowell recovery

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

    Montana man faces up to 5 years in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill Hawai‘i governor and his family

    52-year-old Eric Lee Boltz admitted in a plea agreement that he was motivated by Gov. Josh Green’s official government position and religion; he told law enforcement during an interview that he made the series of threatening and antisemitic voicemails to ‘shake [Gov. Green] up.’

    Surf advisory in effect early Thursday through early Friday for portions of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau

    A moderate, long-period north-northwest swell is forecast arrive and fill in through Thursday morning, lifting surf heights to advisory levels along north and west shorelines of both islands.

    17-year-old Kapa’a girl missing nearly 2 weeks; have you seen her?

    Anyone with information that can help locate Talula is encouraged to call Kaua‘i Police Department Dispatch at 808-241-1711 or contact Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i.
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    State investigates 2 cases of Legionnaires’ disease linked to stays at Nihi Kai Villas on Kauaʻi

    Anyone who stayed at Nihi Kai Villas within the past 2 weeks and develops symptoms consistent with the illness caused by Legionella bacteria is advised to seek medical attention and contact the state Health Department Disease Outbreak Control Division.

    Montana man faces up to 5 years in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill Hawai‘i governor and his family

    52-year-old Eric Lee Boltz admitted in a plea agreement that he was motivated by Gov. Josh Green’s official government position and religion; he told law enforcement during an interview that he made the series of threatening and antisemitic voicemails to ‘shake [Gov. Green] up.’

    Briefs for Nov. 4: New Hawaiian Airlines premium lounge, climate workshops, more

    A quick look at news items from throughout the state.

    Hawaiʻi Law Enforcement Standards Board seeks volunteers to fill six vacancies

    Applicants for the volunteer board must be law enforcement professionals or members of the public with sound judgment and a commitment to public service.

    Coffee with a Cop event set for Kīlauea on Friday

    Residents can meet local law enforcement at Kai Bar Coffee Roasters from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6.

    Kaua‘i’s Kawakami to be Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green’s second-term lieutenant governor

    Democrat incumbents also look likely to sweep the board in other state and national races, according to state elections office second printout of unofficial results from Tuesday’s 2026 general elections.

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    Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 6-12: Kona Coffee Cultural Festival, Hawaiʻi Island Veterans Day Parade, AstroDay West and more

    Check out our top 10 things to do NOW! There's fun for the entire family happening around the island.

    Hawai’i attorney general urges passage of federal Kids Online Safety Act

    Following $17 billion Meta settlement, the National Association of Attorneys General encourages Congressional leaders to pass the bill that would establish minimum safety standards for social media and gaming platforms.

    Wind advisory in effect through early Thursday for North Hawai‘i

    East winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are expected in the advised locations.

    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for November 05, 2026

    Breezy trade winds will persist through the next several days as surface high pressure holds north of the state. Pockets of moisture moving through with the...

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    Maui Surf Forecast for November 05, 2026

    A moderate size, long period northwest (320-330 degree) swell will begin arriving early Thursday morning. The long period forerunners were just being...

    Green Party’s Kiakona comes from behind to lead West Maui House race, but final tally hangs in balance

    Pā‘ele Kiakona, a leader of Lahaina Strong, held a 107-vote lead over Democratic candidate Sne Patel as of Wednesday morning, but there were still 151 ballots in the race with issues needing to be fixed.

    Seabury Hall presents ‘The Drowsy Chaperone,’ Nov. 13–21

    Seabury Hall Performing Arts will present “The Drowsy Chaperone: A Musical Within a Comedy” Nov. 13–21, 2026, at the ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center, on the school’s campus in Makawao. Performances are scheduled for Nov. 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7 p.m., with an additional matinee on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. Tickets are […]

    Foodland shoppers can donate to the Salvation Army’s holiday meal drive through December

    Shoppers at Foodland, Foodland Farms and Sack N Save stores across Hawaiʻi can donate at checkout through December to help the Salvation Army provide holiday meals to local families in need.