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Lowell re-strengthens to a Category 4 hurricane with additional intensification possible

“Some additional intensification is possible, and Lowell could regain Category 5 strength later today or tonight,” according to the advisory.

Closure of Kaua‘i trail extended due to inclement weather

The trail was initially closed to allow county crews to perform necessary repair work.

Hawai‘i REALTORS opens 2026 Fair Housing Keiki Art Contest

Keiki in grades K-8 throughout the state are encouraged to learn about fair housing and submit art for a chance to win prizes.

Hurricanes Lowell, Karina to produce advisory-level surf through Saturday

Lowell will bring high surf to south-facing shores and Karina will bring large breaking waves to the east.

Emergency road closures scheduled for portion of Kalama Road in Wailuā

The closures are set for today and Saturday and are necessary remove hazardous trees in the work zone in advance of Hurricane Lowell.

Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.
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Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Lowell re-strengthens to a Category 4 hurricane with additional intensification possible

“Some additional intensification is possible, and Lowell could regain Category 5 strength later today or tonight,” according to the advisory.

Hawai‘i REALTORS opens 2026 Fair Housing Keiki Art Contest

Keiki in grades K-8 throughout the state are encouraged to learn about fair housing and submit art for a chance to win prizes.

Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.

Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

The past year in Hawai‘i has shown disasters such as hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and more can happen with little or no warning; steps you take to prepare for any emergency can help you be better prepared overall.

Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands

Forecasters said that it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the Category 4 hurricane, which now has sustained winds near 140 mph.

State announces automated Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program mass replacement, extended deadline

The critical updates will help families throughout the state who experienced food loss because of impacts from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala.

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Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding teen runaway

The teen was last seen Friday morning in Waikōloa.

Lowell re-strengthens to Category 4 hurricane; expected to bring high surf, rain to Big Island

Lowell is forecast to produce rainfall totals of 3 to 6 inches, with maximum totals exceeding 10 inches possible, for Kauai, Niʻihau and the Big Island.

Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.

Waikōloa eatery immediately shut down for rodent infestation, food safety violations

The restaurant owners say they are working closely with their cleaning and pest control companies to "ensure everything is fully remedied."

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Eye of Lowell expected to pass near Kauaʻi Monday night as a Category 2 storm; rain in the forecast

"The forecast track has been fairly stable overnight, currently showing a turn to the northwest Saturday night, and then to the north Sunday night. The eye is expected to pass by to the west of Kauaʻi and Līhuʻe Monday night as a Category 2 storm," according to a forecast discussion compiled Friday morning by the National Weather Service.

Maui County home and condo sales increase in August as median prices decline

Maui County’s housing market saw increased sales activity in August, with closed sales rising for both single-family homes and condominiums compared to the same month last year, while median sales prices declined, according to the REALTORS Association of Maui. In August, 64 homes sold for a median price of $1.2 million, while 68 condo unit sold for a median of $564,950.

A Hoʻolawa Kine A Day brings Maui community together at Wailele Farm, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026

Community, connection and local resources come together this Saturday, Sept, 5, at A Hoʻolawa Kine A Day, a free kamaʻāina community gathering from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Wailele Farm at Twin Falls.

Community invitation to meeting on proposed Hale Makua Workforce Housing project, Sept. 9

Hale Makua Health Services invites the public to attend a meeting regarding its proposed workforce housing project at Maui Lani. The meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026 at Maui Economic Opportunity's Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Family Center in Wailuku.