Election Voters to receive ballot by July 21 for upcoming Hawai‘i Primary Elections
Kaua‘i News UPDATE: Coastal flooding statement canceled
ʻUkulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro returns to Kauaʻi
Tickets are on sale now for an unforgettable evening on the North Shore featuring Hawai'i's 'ukulele maestro, who redefined the instrument; the show is Nov. 14 at Anaina Hou Community Park's Porter Pavilion. July 15, 2026 · 05:00am
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i Police Department welcomes 4 new officers to its ranks
Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi Coffee Co. names veteran agricultural leader Mark Bogner as new general manager
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Anaina Hou hosts upcycling camp focused on beach cleanup and creativity
Kauaʻi seeks state assistance as Waimea River mouth shifts towards homes
State Education Department serves nearly 145K free summer meals by end of June
Governor signs legislation expanding access to health care, relieving medical debt
Portion of Kalena Park in Līhu‘e to close temporarily
‘Food trucks. Local flavor. Stronger together.’
New comfort station at Hā‘ena State Park a community-led effort
Kaua‘i Chamber of Commerce to honor Mayor Derek Kawakami during special dinner
Astronomers discover wave of ancient quasars from dawn of universe
Only 6 locations around Kauaʻi collect above-average rainfall in June
Resolution recognizes the lifesaving role of Kauaʻi emergency services dispatchers
Lane closures scheduled through July 17 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
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Kaua‘i News
Voters to receive ballot by July 21 for upcoming Hawai‘i Primary Elections
Hawai‘i Office of Elections also reminds state voters about how to track their ballots, troubleshooting problems and more.
ʻUkulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro returns to Kauaʻi
Tickets are on sale now for an unforgettable evening on the North Shore featuring Hawai’i’s ‘ukulele maestro, who redefined the instrument; the show is Nov. 14 at Anaina Hou Community Park’s Porter Pavilion.
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.
Application period open for Agriculture Farm Expansion grants
The grant program through Kauaʻi County Office of Economic Development invests in projects that expand commercial farming and ranching operations, increase local food production and strengthen long-term sustainability of agriculture on Kauaʻi.
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Hawaii News
Voters to receive ballot by July 21 for upcoming Hawai‘i Primary Elections
Hawai‘i Office of Elections also reminds state voters about how to track their ballots, troubleshooting problems and more.
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.
Mariner hoisted from sinking catamaran offshore of Kaua‘i
The vessel sank shortly after the hoist was completed, with approximately 30-40 gallons of diesel fuel, two batteries, and 3-4 gallons of oil on board.
Senate president Ronald D. Kouchi honored in Azores for leadership, Portuguese heritage
The Azores Day ceremonies recognize individuals whose achievements exemplify the enduring contributions of the Azorean diaspora around the world.
Big Island News
Lava flows are getting larger as precursory activity is reported ahead of Kīlauea’s 51st eruptive episode
This low-level activity may last for hours or even days before fountaining occurs.
Kūpuna care, artificial intelligence protection measures signed into law by governor
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.
Kona family searching for pet cat they claim was trapped, removed from neighborhood 11 weeks ago
The Hawaiʻi Police Department has forwarded to county prosecutors a rare criminal case of animal desertion, the unlawful taking of an animal without the intention of returning it.
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital receives national honors for cardiovascular care
The awards reflect the Waimea hospital's high-quality stroke care based on the latest evidence-based clinical guidelines and highlights its success in improving outcomes for stroke patients through timely and effective treatment.
Maui News
Kahului Airport remained resilient with passenger increase, despite TSA funding lapse this past spring
Kahului Airport screening volumes held steady even as a nationwide TSA funding lapse this spring triggered steep staffing shortages and sharp declines in passenger throughput at major mainland hubs, according to a new analysis from the travel research firm Upgraded Points.
Gov. Green signs legislation to support kūpuna care and strengthen AI protection
Gov. Josh Green signed several measures into law on Tuesday, focused on supporting kūpuna and establishing safety protections for artificial intelligence. Key legislation includes Act 245, which creates the Hānai Memory Network to provide $3 million for dementia care, and Act 247, which establishes consumer protections against harmful AI "deepfake" technology.
Former Maui County mayors unite behind Bissen’s re-election
Former Governor and former Maui County Mayor Linda Lingle, along with former Maui County Mayors Alan Arakawa and Charmaine Tavares, have united behind Mayor Richard Bissen's nonpartisan re-election campaign, representing 24 years of service leading Maui Nui.
