Kaua‘i News 24/7 closure of westbound Halekō Road to Nāwiliwili Road scheduled in Līhuʻe
Kaua‘i News Flood watch to go into effect for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau Wednesday afternoon

From Hive to Table: Kauaʻi Honey Challenge invites beekeepers to put their diverse harvest to the test
Discover the diverse flavors of Kauaʻi honey at the upcoming Kauaʻi Honey Challenge, where local beekeepers showcase their unique harvests and discuss bees' importance in agriculture. October 07, 2026 · 04:00am
UPDATE: Flood advisory extended for Kaua‘i as heavy rainfall continues
National Weather Service forecasters report some locations that will experience flooding include Līhuʻe, Kapaʻa, Kalāheo, Kekaha, Lāwaʻi, ʻŌmaʻo, Kōkeʻe State Park and Poʻipū.Hawai‘i News New study aims to understand which early-stage breast cancers could become invasive
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UPDATE: Bacteria advisories canceled for Keālia Beach Park, Anahola Bay Pavilion areas

Kauaʻi County accepts $100,000 IT services donation to repair damage caused by Kapule…

Kauaʻi Police Department’s Joseph Himongala honored as statewide law enforcement…

Hawaiian Council launches statewide housing support program for storm-related families

Forum explores next chapter in Hawaiʻiʻs economic relationship with Japan

Raised crosswalk work set for Kūhio, Kaumualiʻi Highways begins this week

Kids saddle up for fall fun at Healing Horses Kauaʻi

Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i to host reuse collection event Friday in Līhuʻe

New study from University of Hawaiʻi researchers unlocks how tilapia adapt to extreme…

Road, lane and bridge closures scheduled around Kauaʻi throughout this week, beyond

Facing our fears: New youth-led nonprofit report sheds light on what state residents say…

2026 Ironman World Championship in Kona on Big Island once again will feature men, women…

Iconic geologic feature collapses: Hōlei Sea Arch in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on…

Check-in at Terminal 2 for all Hawaiian Airlines international departures from Honolulu…

Officials advise no swimming, ocean recreation activities because of brown water advisory

Hawaiʻi State Energy Office offers free energy efficiency training
Kaua‘i News
UPDATE: Flood advisory extended for Kaua‘i as heavy rainfall continues
National Weather Service forecasters report some locations that will experience flooding include Līhuʻe, Kapaʻa, Kalāheo, Kekaha, Lāwaʻi, ʻŌmaʻo, Kōkeʻe State Park and Poʻipū.
24/7 closure of westbound Halekō Road to Nāwiliwili Road scheduled in Līhuʻe
Highway users will have to turn right from Kukui Grove Street onto Nāwiliwili Road then left onto Kaumualiʻi Highway and then left again at the next signal to access Kukui Grove Center while the closure is in effect.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.
Flood watch to go into effect for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau Wednesday afternoon
Excessive rainfall could cause flash flooding on flood-prone roads and in other low-lying areas on Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i.
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What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.
New study aims to understand which early-stage breast cancers could become invasive
The University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center has secured a $3 million grant to study breast cancer disparities in Hawaiʻi.
It is down to 3 finalists for administrator and CEO of Office of Hawaiian Affairs
Todd Kala Apo, Kaulana H. R. Park and Summer Lee Haunani Sylva are the finalists for the top paid leadership position at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts create partnership focused on mutual priorities
Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for joint research, student and faculty exchanges and training programs.
Briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO
Quick business-related news from across the state.
University of Hawaiʻi has made applying easier with one application accepted for all 10 campuses
The University of Hawaiʻi has launched ApplyHawaiʻi, a single undergraduate application for all 10 campuses: the seven community colleges or the three universities. This replaces a patchwork of separate applications and accounts that prospective students previously had to do when applying to more than one campus. The new system is now available for students applying […]
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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for October 08, 2026
Strengthening low pressure roughly 750 miles north of Kauai will produce increased south winds through Thursday and will draw deep tropical moisture over at...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for October 08, 2026
South swell will maintain into next week with pulses of long period reinforcement arriving Thursday and Saturday. Surf will stay below advisory levels along...
Puna man charged with habitual DUI, driving with suspended or revoked license, open container
35-year-old Joshua Delmar Randall was arrested and charged after police officers responding to a welfare check found him passed out in the driver’s seat of a sedan near an intersection in ʻĀinaloa.
Uncertainty at Kīlauea summit prompts safety closures at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Temporary closures of Halemaʻumaʻu Trail and part of Byron Ledge Trail go into effect at 5 p.m. today (Oct. 7) because of continued inflation and increased seismicity at Kīlauea volcano summit; more than 200 shallow earthquakes were recorded during the past week, with 6 more during the past 24 hours.
Maui News
Uncertainty at Kīlauea summit prompts safety closures at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is temporarily closing Halemaʻumaʻu Trail and part of Byron Ledge Trail by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 7 because of continued inflation and increased seismicity at the summit of Kīlauea volcano.
2026 Maui County Fair contests winners announced
From artwork to horticulture, livestock and happy babies, the heart and talent of the community were showcased at the 99th Maui County Fair.
Maui Police Chief John Pelletier placed on paid administrative leave amid commission investigation
Maui Police Chief John Pelletier has been placed on paid administrative leave following a unanimous 6-0 vote by the Maui Police Commission on Wednesday, department officials confirmed.
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation teams up to expand public digital hazard alert system statewide
When a vehicle activates its light bar, the H.E.L.P. Alert Network delivers Road Awareness Alerts to approaching drivers through navigation apps and in-vehicle systems. The system activates automatically with the lightbar, requiring no additional action from HDOT crews.
