

Kaua‘i News New director of Department of Land and Natural Resources to take role July 7
Kaua‘i News Hawai‘i Health and Harm Reduction Center opens new Kauaʻi office

Kauaʻi police said financial dispute reason Billy Sinclair allegedly killed a 37-year-old in Hanalei
The victim, who was identified by his cousin on Facebook as Tito Reyes, was killed where he worked at a restaurant in Hanalei, police said. June 08, 2026 · 08:33pm
4th annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference focuses on turning local food ideas into market-ready products
The event Tuesday, June 23, at Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort on Oʻahu will bring together Hawaiʻi farmers, value-added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply chain partners and resource providers for a full-day of discussions about food innovation.Kaua‘i News Wanted Kauaʻi murder suspect has 2 restraining orders against him for violent threats…
Community Delivering aloha: Salvation Army makes special sweet deliveries on National Donut Day
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Getting up to SPEED: New task force continues work to streamline permitting process

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State reassures residents Medicaid benefits, services not impacted by suspension of…

Governor to travel out of state June 8-23 for time with family

News in brief for June 6: Hawaiian barbecue in Texas, recalled cheese bread, free car and…

Kauaʻi County Council authorizes taking of private trail for shore access; owner says…

University of Hawaiʻi Pacific Summer Transportation Education Program accepting students…

Several lane closures scheduled through June 12 on state roadways around Kaua‘i

Lane closures scheduled through June 10 on Momi, Kahalou streets in Kīlauea

Governor preps for wildfire season with emergency proclamation authorizing Year 2 of…

$46 million in federal funds for Native Hawaiian Education Program will be extended…

Office of Economic Development continues to provide small business energy efficiency…
Kaua‘i News
Kauaʻi police said financial dispute reason Billy Sinclair allegedly killed a 37-year-old in Hanalei
The victim, who was identified by his cousin on Facebook as Tito Reyes, was killed where he worked at a restaurant in Hanalei, police said.
New director of Department of Land and Natural Resources to take role July 7
Ryan Kanaka‘ole has served as First Deputy of DLNR and has recently served as acting chairperson.
Manhunt ends for Kauaʻi murder suspect in water behind Kapaʻa Public Libary; Billy Sinclair taken into custody
Kauaʻi police had been searching for the 51-year-old Kīlauea resident for more than two days after a murder in Hanalei and a separate shooting in Kīlauea, both happening early Saturday morning.
Hawai‘i Health and Harm Reduction Center opens new Kauaʻi office
Community leaders, healthcare partners and residents gathered to welcome expanded health services to Kauaʻi.
4th annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference focuses on turning local food ideas into market-ready products
The event Tuesday, June 23, at Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort on Oʻahu will bring together Hawaiʻi farmers, value-added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply chain partners and resource providers for a full-day of discussions about food innovation.
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4th annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference focuses on turning local food ideas into market-ready products
The event Tuesday, June 23, at Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort on Oʻahu will bring together Hawaiʻi farmers, value-added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply chain partners and resource providers for a full-day of discussions about food innovation.
Delivering aloha: Salvation Army makes special sweet deliveries on National Donut Day
The Līhuʻe and Hanapēpē Corps, along with Island Craves Kauaʻi, in anticipation of the annual observance traditionally on the first Friday in June, treated staff and employees of Kauaʻi County and elsewhere May 12 and June 1, celebrating public servants who are making a positive difference in their communities.
No tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after 7.8 earthquake in the Philippines
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a 7.8 (preliminary 8.2) magnitude earthquake reported at 1:38 p.m. on June 7, 2026 in Mindanao, Philippines.
Education in brief for June 7: New Mānoa chancellor, HCC chancellor to retire, Hammatt honored
Brief looks at education news from throughout the islands.
Getting up to SPEED: New task force continues work to streamline permitting process
New permitted interaction working groups will focus on water and wells, district boundary amendments and building codes.
State reassures residents Medicaid benefits, services not impacted by suspension of Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit funding
Hawaiʻi receives about $3 million per year from the federal government to fund the Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which is mandated by federal law to fight Medicaid fraud and protect patients from abuse and neglect; unfortunately, federal officials say the Hawaiʻi unit falls short of expectations and has for many years.
Big Island News
Judge reduces bail for Puna man charged with manslaughter, negligent homicide
Kade Smith, 36, was arrested and charged with manslaughter and negligent homicide following a fatal traffic collision in Hawaiian Beaches on June 3.
Ocean View man arrested for driving in a construction zone
Paul Tresnak, 69, was arrested and charged after allegedly driving toward a construction worker in Kailua-Kona last Wednesday.
Maui News
Earth, Wind & Fire performs on Maui on June 14; return coincides with new documentary
Legendary music group and one of the best-selling artists of all time, Earth, Wind & Fire, returns to Maui after a 13-year absence on Sunday, June 14, at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Justice Department announces results of Operation Spring Cleaning
Operation Spring Cleaning led to over 1100 arrests, over 600 charges filed, and almost 600 search warrants conducted.
Maui police: Alcohol considered factor in fatal motorcycle crash on Pūlehu Road
A preliminary investigation reveals that a black 2006 Honda Ruckus motorcycle was traveling northbound on Pūlehu Road when it veered off the roadway and collided with a tree.
Ho‘okele Home Care celebrates 20 years as Hawaiʻi faces rapidly aging population challenges
As demand for senior care continues to rise at one of the fastest rates in the nation, Ho‘okele Home Care celebrates 20 years of helping kupuna age safely and comfortably at home with dignity, independence and compassion.


