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Oklahoma visitor dies following ocean rescue at Moloa’a Beach

A 30-year-old Oklahoma man died May 13 after being pulled from the waters off Moloaʻa Beach, despite attempts to revive him.

New Kaua’i renewable energy project approved by Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission

If successfully developed, AES’ Mānā Solar + Storage project, coupled with AES’ previously approved Kaawanui Solar project, would bring Kaua‘i to nearly 90% renewable generation by 2030.

Large vehicles restricted from Poʻipū roundabout due to ongoing construction

Vehicles exceeding 30 feet in length are advised to avoid making a left turn at the roundabout in Poʻipu.

UPDATE: Kapaʻa pool has reopened after repairs

Due to mechanical issues, the Kapaʻa swimming pool will be temporarily closed starting May 13.

Kauaʻi sees mixed progress in sheltering people experiencing homelessness

On the Garden Isle, 76 individuals were sheltered in 2026 compared to 59 in 2024. Unsheltered families went from 22 in 2024 to 19 in 2026.

Kauaʻi High graduate earns 3 degrees with community college library at heart of her journey

The senior first stepped foot on the Kaua‘i Community College campus when she was 16 years old for her first college course.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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Kauaʻi sees mixed progress in sheltering people experiencing homelessness

On the Garden Isle, 76 individuals were sheltered in 2026 compared to 59 in 2024. Unsheltered families went from 22 in 2024 to 19 in 2026.

Man charged with harassing endangered monk seal on Maui

Igor Mykhaylovych Lytvynchuk, faces charges under the Endangered Species Act after allegedly attempting to harm a Hawaiian monk seal by throwing a rock at it.

Kaua‘i woman sentenced after pleading guilty to defrauding coronavirus assistance program

The Kapa‘a woman pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft after fraudulently obtaining more than $100,000 through the program.

Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami officially files to run for lieutenant governor of Hawaiʻi

No other candidate has officially filed to run for the No. 2 elected post in the state, but five other candidates have pulled papers, including former Deputy Attorney General John Choi.

March unemployment rates increase slightly to 2.4%

According to the State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, jobs decrease by 1,700 year over year.

Hawaiʻi DOH warns public about potent opioid-like substance known as 7-OH

Kaua’i residents are being cautioned about the dangers of 7-hydroxymitragynine, a potent opioid-like substance marketed as “enhanced kratom,” which poses serious health risks.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 15, 2026

Moderate to locally breezy trade winds will continue tonight, with periods of showers favoring windward mountain areas. An upper level low will briefly move...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 15, 2026

A new small to moderate, long period NW to NNW (320 degree to 330 degree) swell will likely peak late this afternoon into the evening and produce above...

Section of Highway 19 to shut down Friday for forensic crash investigation

Traffic on Highway 19 between mile markers 65 and 66 will be affected Friday morning as Kawaihae Road temporarily closes for a detailed investigation into a recent fatal collision.

Lava fountains erupt from north vent as Kīlauea episode 47 begins

Episode 47 of Kīlauea’s latest eruption began Thursday, with vibrant lava fountaining from the north vent of Halemaʻumaʻu Crater.

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Maui Surf Forecast for May 15, 2026

A new small to moderate, long period NW to NNW (320 degree to 330 degree) swell will likely peak late this afternoon into the evening and produce above...

Seabury Hall wraps up season with student-written one-act plays

Seabury Hall Performing Arts will close out its season this month with the 30th annual Side Shows festival, featuring a collection of original one-act plays written and performed by students at the Makawao school.

Final Maui remembrance event ahead of Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi

On Saturday, May 16, Maui residents are invited to participate in the final remembrance event ahead of the 28th Annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating Hawaiʻi ceremony. Community members will have the opportunity to write personal messages in honor of loved ones, which will be placed on collective remembrance lanterns for the Memorial Day ceremony at Ala Moana Beach Park on Monday, May 25.

Maluhia Maui Rotary hosts E-Cycle Fundraiser, May 16

The Maluhia Maui Rotary Club is making it easier to dispose of unwanted electronics with a community E-Cycle Fundraiser on Saturday, May 16 from 8 to 11 a.m.