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Legacy Land grants awarded for FY2026

These grants support preservation and protection of lands with natural, environmental, recreational, scenic, cultural, agricultural and historic value, while also providing public access and strengthening partnerships between government and community-based organizations.

High school graduation ceremonies in Hawai‘i announced

All ceremonies for Kaua‘i schools will be held on May 22.

Brown water advisory canceled for most of Kauaʻi, remains in effect for Lydgate and Wailua Beach

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health warns that storm runoff is causing new contamination risks in the area between Lydgate Beach and Wailua Beach.

Gov. Josh Green appoints circuit court judges on Kaua‘i and Maui

The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.

Brown water advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i

The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of the water when the water appears brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.

$1.5M in funding now available for wildfire mitigation projects across Hawai‘i

Grants of up to $300,000 are now available for high-impact, shovel-ready projects that reduce hazardous fuels and improve wildfire safety in areas where communities and natural landscapes meet.
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UPDATE: 3 dead, 2 injured in Kalalau Beach helicopter crash, Kaua‘i police say
Kalalau Trail open again today after state crew discovers less damage than anticipated
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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Legacy Land grants awarded for FY2026

These grants support preservation and protection of lands with natural, environmental, recreational, scenic, cultural, agricultural and historic value, while also providing public access and strengthening partnerships between government and community-based organizations.

High school graduation ceremonies in Hawai‘i announced

All ceremonies for Kaua‘i schools will be held on May 22.

Brown water advisory canceled for most of Kauaʻi, remains in effect for Lydgate and Wailua Beach

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health warns that storm runoff is causing new contamination risks in the area between Lydgate Beach and Wailua Beach.

Gov. Josh Green appoints circuit court judges on Kaua‘i and Maui

The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.

$1.5M in funding now available for wildfire mitigation projects across Hawai‘i

Grants of up to $300,000 are now available for high-impact, shovel-ready projects that reduce hazardous fuels and improve wildfire safety in areas where communities and natural landscapes meet.

New technology can detect pathogens in marine mammals within an hour

Researchers have tested new surveillance technology the detects diseases the cause mass death in whale and dolphin populations.

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2 trillion gallons of water inundate Hawaiʻi in March, trigger historic flooding

Hawaiʻi Mesonet and Hawaiʻi Climate Data Portal data show the accumulated rainfall throughout 14 days in March during back-to-back kona lows reached as high as 3,000% of normal historical levels for this time of year, culminating in a destructive "rain bomb" over Oʻahu.

Hawai‘i high school graduation ceremonies announced statewide

Ceremonies on Hawai‘i Island will be held from May 21 to May 23.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 01, 2026

Moderate to locally breezy trades will taper off Wednesday and Thursday becoming light and variable by this weekend. Shower activity will be kept to a minimum...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 01, 2026

Moderate north and east-facing shore surf continues to be generated by a short period north-northeast (020-030 degree) swell which will gradually diminish...

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Monthly test of civil defense warning sirens scheduled for 11:45 a.m.

The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. Wednesday. The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.

Maui Surf Forecast for April 01, 2026

Moderate north and east-facing shore surf continues to be generated by a short period north-northeast (020-030 degree) swell which will gradually diminish...

County provides free hauling, disposal of storm-damaged appliances for Molokaʻi residents

In response to the March 2026 kona storms, the County of Maui is providing free hauling and disposal of storm-damaged appliances for Molokaʻi residents, according to the County Department of Environmental Management, Environmental Protection & Sustainability Division.

New hire at Maui Police Department arrested on suspicion of sexual assault while off duty

A probationary employee of the Maui Police Department was arrested on suspicion of second, third and fourth degree sexual assault, while off duty, police said.  The 26-year-old Makawao man was taken into custody on Monday, March 30, 2026, following allegations of sexual abuse and remains detained. He has been placed on administrative leave without pay.