Hawai‘i News ‘Charge into Fire Safety’: Hawaiʻi Gov. Green proclaims Fire Prevention…
Hawai‘i News Volcano Watch: Remembering a time when I forgot Hawaiʻi has earthquakes
Division of Motor Vehicles Q&A about common license, state ID, vehicle services inquiries
All services are unavailable until further notice; limited staff are available at the portable trailer in Līhuʻe and Kapaʻa satellite office to answer questions and accept certain documents for processing once systems are restored. October 10, 2026 · 05:00am
Brown water advisory canceled for Kauaʻi, several beaches remain in effect
A brown water advisory remains active for Kauaʻi, affecting popular spots like Poʻipū Beach Pavilion and Waimea Bay Landing due to recent weather conditions.Hawai‘i News Magnitude 7.6 earthquake near Panama; but no tsunami threat for Hawaiʻi or the Pacific…
Hawai‘i News Deep-sea expedition around the Hawaiian Islands includes 10 local scientists, students…
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Kauaʻi’s North Shore down to one temporary gas station with 3-month closure of…
Kaua‘i Humane Society welcomes new chief executive officer
Port Allen Airport public parking closed through the weekend
Approval of 2 major disaster declarations will help Hawaiʻi recover from recent storms
Households hosting families displaced by recent storms can get support from new Hawaiian…
Rebuilding of Kauaʻi County’s Kāpule Building from extensive fire damage remains…
October is ‘Stop the Ant Month’ in Hawaiʻi
Kapaʻa Swimming Pool reopens today
24/7 closure of westbound Halekō Road to Nāwiliwili Road scheduled in Līhuʻe
From Hive to Table: Kauaʻi Honey Challenge invites beekeepers to put their diverse…
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…
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Kaua‘i News
Division of Motor Vehicles Q&A about common license, state ID, vehicle services inquiries
All services are unavailable until further notice; limited staff are available at the portable trailer in Līhuʻe and Kapaʻa satellite office to answer questions and accept certain documents for processing once systems are restored.
2026 General Election Day ballots expected to be in mailboxes by end of next week
There’s about 4 weeks to go until this year’s general elections Nov. 3, and Hawai‘i registered voters should receive ballots in their mailboxes by Oct. 16.
‘Charge into Fire Safety’: Hawaiʻi Gov. Green proclaims Fire Prevention Week 2026
This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower” emphasizes everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires to keep homes and communities safer.
Brown water advisory canceled for Kauaʻi, several beaches remain in effect
Hanamāʻulu Beach added to list of beaches around the Garden Isle where brown water advisories remain in place.
Volcano Watch: Remembering a time when I forgot Hawaiʻi has earthquakes
The fact that the Island of Hawaiʻi has active volcanoes means we have lots and lots of earthquakes; most aren’t strong enough to be felt let alone devastating, but every once in a while, large earthquakes are produced, such as the magnitude-6 in West Hawaiʻi earlier this year.
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Hawaii News
2026 General Election Day ballots expected to be in mailboxes by end of next week
There’s about 4 weeks to go until this year’s general elections Nov. 3, and Hawai‘i registered voters should receive ballots in their mailboxes by Oct. 16.
‘Charge into Fire Safety’: Hawaiʻi Gov. Green proclaims Fire Prevention Week 2026
This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower” emphasizes everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires to keep homes and communities safer.
Volcano Watch: Remembering a time when I forgot Hawaiʻi has earthquakes
The fact that the Island of Hawaiʻi has active volcanoes means we have lots and lots of earthquakes; most aren’t strong enough to be felt let alone devastating, but every once in a while, large earthquakes are produced, such as the magnitude-6 in West Hawaiʻi earlier this year.
Magnitude 7.6 earthquake near Panama; but no tsunami threat for Hawaiʻi or the Pacific basin
A powerful magnitude 7.6 earthquake near Panama this morning, but at 8:38 a.m. the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Honolulu said there is no threat of a tsunami to Hawaiʻi.
Big Island News
It’s a rainy race day: 2,500 triathletes gearing up to swim, bike and run in Ironman World Championship in Kona
For the first time since 2019, men and women will compete together in the most prestigious triathlon in the world in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island.
Hawai‘i votes: Ballots for 2026 General Election Day expected in mailboxes by end of next week
There's about 4 weeks to go until this year's general elections Nov. 3, and Hawai‘i registered voters should receive ballots in their mailboxes by Oct. 16.
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Ironman World Championship in Kona
We have all the information you need about the championship week and race day, including course routes, road impacts, spectator information and much more.
New Hawaiian Council program provides support for households hosting families displaced by recent storms
Qualifying hosts can receive $500 per displaced person each month, up to a maximum of $2,000 per host household a month; this short-term assistance will be available as funding allows to help ease the financial burden on households providing a safe place for displaced friends and family.
Maui News
Facing paid leave, Maui police chief claims mayor is under investigation as Bissen denies allegations
Chief John Pelletier is on leave while the Maui Police Commission conducts an investigation into his oversight of a unit led by a lieutenant who was arrested on federal bribery charges.
Maui Weather Forecast for October 10, 2026
Moisture will decrease through the weekend with light to moderate trades returning. Showers will impact windward and mauka locations. A brief increase in...
UH, UMass collaborate on energy resilience and national security research
The University of Hawaiʻi and the University of Massachusetts have signed a five-year agreement to collaborate on research, education, and workforce development focused on energy resilience, critical infrastructure, and national security.
