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    • 4 days before General Election, Rapozo, Carvalho make final push to become Kauaʻi’s next mayor

    The men, both County Council members, are running for the seat being vacated by Derek S.K.Kawakami, who is term limited and on the ballot for Hawaiʻi's No. 2 job, lieutenant governor.

    Crime New license plate reader technology helps recover stolen vehicle on Kaua‘i

    Hawai‘i News Volcano Watch: Ruby seamount; a glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano

    5 people rescued from small airplane crash in Waimea

    According to a preliminary report, Kaua‘i Fire personnel received a report shortly before 9 a.m. of a single-engine aircraft that had made an emergency landing. October 30, 2026 · 10:31am

    Anaina Hou Community Park to kick off 2027 with worldwide debut of Island Dawn musical collab

    Tickets are on sale now for the 2-night event featuring an all-star lineup performing improvisational dance music; the Jan. 1-2 performances also will support Kaua‘i's ongoing recovery from Hurricane Lowell, including a portion of ticket sales going to KKCR Kaua‘i Community Radio.

    Hawai‘i News University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa establishes new Center for Ocean Policy

    Community Crime scene specialists are Kaua‘i Police Department October Employees of the Month

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    5 people rescued from small airplane crash in Waimea

    According to a preliminary report, Kaua‘i Fire personnel received a report shortly before 9 a.m. of a single-engine aircraft that had made an emergency landing.

    New license plate reader technology helps recover stolen vehicle on Kaua‘i

    A follow-up police investigation led to the arrest of a 46-year-old man from Wailua.

    Volcano Watch: Ruby seamount; a glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano

    Submarine volcanoes are enigmatic and mysterious because they are cloaked by the overlying ocean, yet their activity represents 75% of earth’s volcanism.

    4 days before General Election, Rapozo, Carvalho make final push to become Kauaʻi’s next mayor

    The men, both County Council members, are running for the seat being vacated by Derek S.K.Kawakami, who is term limited and on the ballot for Hawaiʻi’s No. 2 job, lieutenant governor.

    Crime scene specialists are Kaua‘i Police Department October Employees of the Month

    Kaua‘i Police Chief Rudy Tai also recently expressed appreciation to all Kaua‘i Police Department staff for exemplary contributions to Hurricane Lowell recovery efforts.

    Anaina Hou Community Park to kick off 2027 with worldwide debut of Island Dawn musical collab

    Tickets are on sale now for the 2-night event featuring an all-star lineup performing improvisational dance music; the Jan. 1-2 performances also will support Kaua‘i’s ongoing recovery from Hurricane Lowell, including a portion of ticket sales going to KKCR Kaua‘i Community Radio.
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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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    Volcano Watch: Ruby seamount; a glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano

    Submarine volcanoes are enigmatic and mysterious because they are cloaked by the overlying ocean, yet their activity represents 75% of earth’s volcanism.

    University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa establishes new Center for Ocean Policy

    The initiative, the latest supported by The Healy Foundation, will address environmental challenges and create a Law-Ocean Clinic for advocacy and research.

    ‘Visionary who revolutionized the game’: Former Rainbow Warriors head coach June Jones dies

    Jones became the winningest head football coach in university history throughout his 9 seasons at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, compiling a 76-41 record; the 73-year-old died Oct. 29 in Oregon.

    State Judiciary online systems, services restored following temporary interruption

    Includes the Judiciary Electronic Filing and Service System, eCourt Kokua, eTraffic and eJury, as well as phone-based services.

    Monthly siren and emergency alert system test set for Monday

    The all-hazard outdoor warning sirens will sound across the state for a one-minute alert at 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2.

    University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa receives $600,000 to train future poultry farmers

    The four-year federal grant will fund stipends and living expenses for 32 undergraduate trainees.

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    Outdoor warning sirens will sound across the state for monthly test on Monday

    The monthly siren and emergency alert system test is set for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 2 across the state.

    Volcano Watch: Ruby seamount; a glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano

    Submarine volcanoes are enigmatic and mysterious because they are cloaked by the overlying ocean, yet their activity represents 75% of earth’s volcanism.

    Local farmers find dependable market through Hawaiʻi Department of Education’s farm-to-school program

    The program has introduced new recipes featuring the locally-grown ingredients on school breakfast, lunch and after-school snack menus.

    All the afterlife is a stage: Palace Theater again invites ghosts, ghouls to take residence for Halloween

    Hilo's largest immersive walk-through haunted house attraction invites the public to catch a few scares during spooky season performances this weekend.

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    County of Maui and Kamehameha Schools propose shared stewardship of Lahaina water resources

    The County of Maui and Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha today announced a proposed agreement for Kamehameha to transfer its option to acquire the Launiupoko Irrigation Company system to the County. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to protect and steward precious water resources—essential to the recovery, resilience and well-being of communities in Lahaina.

    5 rescued from small airplane following emergency landing on Kauaʻi, Friday

    Kauaʻi Fire Department first responders are on scene of a small plane emergency landing in the Menehune Road area of Waimea on Friday morning, Oct. 30.

    Junior Achievement of Hawaiʻi names Burgandie Onekea president and CEO

    Junior Achievement of Hawaiʻi has named Burgandie Onekea as its next president and CEO effective Nov. 1, 2026.

    Mālama Kula to host 2nd Annual Fundraising Gala Nov. 6, 2026

    After a year of heavy storm cleanup and ongoing work toward fire fuel reduction, disaster relief, and natural resource management, the grassroots nonprofit, Mālama Kula, will host their 2nd Annual "Aloha In Action" Fundraising Gala on Nov. 6, at Ocean Vodka. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available.