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    • 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.

    Hawai‘i News What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Saturday about Hurricane Lowell…

    Hawai‘i News State encourages residents to stay updated on flu, COVID vaccines as virus activity…

    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.

    Kaua‘i News Lane closures scheduled along county roads in Wailuā

    Hawai‘i News ‘Charge into Fire Safety’: Hawaiʻi Gov. Green proclaims Fire Prevention…

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    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Saturday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

    Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

    State encourages residents to stay updated on flu, COVID vaccines as virus activity increases

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health encourages residents to take common-sense precautions against influenza, COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses as respiratory virus activity increases throughout the state.

    Lane closures scheduled along county roads in Wailuā

    The anticipated closures are necessary for upcoming wastewater manhole and sewer line inspections and are scheduled for 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily Oct. 14-16, weather permitting.

    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.
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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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    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Saturday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

    Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

    State encourages residents to stay updated on flu, COVID vaccines as virus activity increases

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health encourages residents to take common-sense precautions against influenza, COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses as respiratory virus activity increases throughout the state.

    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.

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    Luis takes lead in men’s race of Ironman World Championship; American Knibb still leading women

    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.

    Residents encouraged to stay up to date on vaccines as virus activity increases

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health encourages residents to take common-sense precautions against influenza, COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses as respiratory virus activity increases throughout the state.

    Elderly Hilo man critically injured in 2-vehicle traffic crash

    The 77-year-old man driving a 2016 Toyota Tacoma pickup truck up Ponahawai Street on Friday night in Hilo was unresponsive at the scene and transported to Hilo Benioff Medical Center.

    Public meetings scheduled on Big Island to discuss Hawaiian Electric’s response to recent storms

    Each meeting will include statements from Hawaiian Electric and the Consumer Advocate, along with opportunities for residents to share concerns and feedback on electric service reliability.

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    Hawaiʻi public schools improve in math and attendance, but language arts scores slip

    Hawaiʻi public school students made modest gains in math and attended school more regularly in 2025-26, but language arts proficiency declined slightly, according to results released by the state Department of Education. Maui’s Lokelani Intermediate School was a standout school. The department reported that the Kīhei school improved in all key performance indicators by at […]

    Ocean gliders track subsurface conditions to support hurricane forecasts off Hawaiʻi 

    PacIOOS launched two autonomous Seagliders south-southeast of Hawaiʻi Island in July 2026 to track near real-time subsurface ocean conditions down to 900 meters. Amid an unusually active hurricane season fueled by rising sea temperatures, these gliders are proving essential for storm tracking.

    Maui Judge James Rouse honored as 2026 Jurist of the Year

    Judge James Rouse of Maui’s 2nd Circuit District Family Court received the 2026 Jurist of the Year Award from Chief Justice Vladimir Devens on Friday during the Judiciary’s Statewide Employee Awards Ceremony in the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court courtroom. Devens said Rouse treats litigants with fairness and respect and maintains high standards of conduct and civility […]

    Kamehameha Schools Maui Class of 2030 raises more than $19,800 selling Minit Stop musubi at Maui Fair

    The Kamehameha Schools Maui Class of 2030 collected more than $19,800 in gross sales from a musubi fundraiser at the Maui Fair, with Minit Stop supplying the product at a discounted rate, according to a news release. The Kamehameha Schools Maui Parent Teacher Student ʻOhana organized the Oct. 1-4 fundraiser. Proceeds will support Papa Kō, […]