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State: Beware of scam phone calls targeting medical professionals

Phone scammers impersonating state officials and government agencies make false threats of investigations in an attempt to obtain sensitive personal information.

Water shut off at Lydgate Beach Park south comfort station due to water line break

According to the Department of Parks and Recreation, water will be restored by Friday afternoon, pending repairs.

UPDATE: State cancels high bacteria count notification for Poʻipū Beach Park pavilion area

The Department of Health has canceled the notification of high bacteria after retesting the waters.

Emergency lane closures scheduled near Kapaʻa Elementary School tomorrow

Traffic disruptions are expected tomorrow, February 6, near Kapaʻa Elementary School as Kawaihau Road undergoes temporary closures for utility pole replacement by Hawaiian Telcom.

Keiki voices ignite Hawaiian Language Month at University of Hawaiʻi

The annual Nā Leo Hiehie o ke Koʻolau, an annual hoʻokūkū ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi, Hawaiian language speech competition, at Windward Community College on Oʻahu had 120 student participants from kindergarten through high school sharing memorized passages and original speeches delivered entirely in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi during the event at Hale ʻĀkoakoa (Campus Center), and hundreds of more are registered to participate in upcoming competitions on other islands, including Kauaʻi.

First responders rescue Florida visitor from Kalalau Trail Wednesday

Personnel from Kauaʻi Fire Department rescue a 64-year old visitor from Kalalau Trail, marking the fifth hiking rescue in 2026.
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State: Beware of scam phone calls targeting medical professionals

Phone scammers impersonating state officials and government agencies make false threats of investigations in an attempt to obtain sensitive personal information.

Keiki voices ignite Hawaiian Language Month at University of Hawaiʻi

The annual Nā Leo Hiehie o ke Koʻolau, an annual hoʻokūkū ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi, Hawaiian language speech competition, at Windward Community College on Oʻahu had 120 student participants from kindergarten through high school sharing memorized passages and original speeches delivered entirely in ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi during the event at Hale ʻĀkoakoa (Campus Center), and hundreds of more are registered to participate in upcoming competitions on other islands, including Kauaʻi.

Allergic reaction risk prompts recall of Costco Mini Beignets

Costco’s Mini Beignets Filled with Caramel are recalled in Hawaiʻi due to undeclared hazelnuts and filberts, posing a severe allergy risk; consumers are advised to check their purchases and return affected items for a refund.

AlohaCare Foundation now accepting applications for 2026-27 scholarships

AlohaCare members — or their family members — are eligible to apply; the application period is open through March 16.

Hirono, colleagues call for civil rights probe into death of Minneapolis resident Renee Good

Good was was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement officer last month in Minneapolis, Minn.; letter emphasizes that the Justice Department’s decision not to investigate represents a broader trend.

Free wildfire webinar scheduled this week by Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization

The discussion will focus on the national wildfire insurance crisis, triggered by wildfires throughout the United States during the past 5 to 8 years.

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Hawaiian Electric crews perform inspections on infrastructure ahead of severe weather this weekend

Customers are advised to stay updated on weather conditions and ensure emergency plans are in place, as crews prioritize power restoration for critical facilities and areas with the highest impact.

Police ask public’s assistance in finding missing 17-year-old in Hilo

Hawaiʻi police are urgently requesting the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Laclyn Urbano-Pepee.

Civil rights probe into death of Minneapolis resident Renee Good urged by Hirono, colleagues

Good was was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement officer last month in Minneapolis, Minn.; letter emphasizes that the Justice Department's decision not to investigate represents a broader trend.

State seeks applicants for 2 impending vacancies on Hawaiʻi Ethics Commission

Commission members serve on a voluntary basis; terms will run 4 years from July 1 through June 30, 2030. Applications are due by Feb. 13.

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Chickenpox outbreak on Kauaʻi increases to 10 cases

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is reporting the expansion of a community outbreak of chickenpox (varicella) on the island of Kauaʻi to 10 cases, linked to four schools, raising concerns that the highly contagious disease will continue to spread. The DOH Disease Investigation Branch urges families and schools to take proactive steps to limit the spread of chickenpox on Kauaʻi.

Off to see the Wizard: Follow the Yellow Brick Road to ʻĪao Theater this Saturday

This Saturday, Maui OnStage invites movie lovers to a special big-screen showing of the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz. The magic starts before the movie begins. Moviegoers who arrive one hour early can enjoy the “Oz Festival” in the theater lobby. Perfect for families, this pre-show event features character meet-and-greets and fun “Oz Skip” dance lessons to […]

Pesticide disposal set March 24 on Lāna‘i; registration deadline March 3

Lāna‘i will have another opportunity to safely dispose of unwanted pesticides next month as the Pesticides Branch of the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity continues its second annual statewide Pesticide Disposal Program for commercial users of pesticides. The program provides safe disposal of canceled, suspended, unwanted or unlabeled pesticides free of charge. This program […]

Bank of Hawai‘i CEO Peter Ho to retire; President James Polk named successor

Peter Ho, who has served as chairman and chief executive officer of Bank of Hawai‘i since 2010, will retire effective March 31, the bank announced Tuesday. The bank’s Board of Directors has unanimously selected current President and Chief Banking Officer James Polk to succeed Ho as president and chief executive officer upon Ho’s retirement. Polk […]