Kaua‘i News UPDATE: Coastal flooding statement canceled
Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i Police Department welcomes 4 new officers to its ranks
ʻUkulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro returns to Kauaʻi
Tickets are on sale now for an unforgettable evening on the North Shore featuring Hawai'i's 'ukulele maestro, who redefined the instrument; the show is Nov. 14 at Anaina Hou Community Park's Porter Pavilion. July 15, 2026 · 05:00am
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi Coffee Co. names veteran agricultural leader Mark Bogner as new general manager
Hawai‘i News Mariner hoisted from sinking catamaran offshore of Kaua‘i
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State Education Department serves nearly 145K free summer meals by end of June
Governor signs legislation expanding access to health care, relieving medical debt
Portion of Kalena Park in Līhu‘e to close temporarily
‘Food trucks. Local flavor. Stronger together.’
New comfort station at Hā‘ena State Park a community-led effort
Kaua‘i Chamber of Commerce to honor Mayor Derek Kawakami during special dinner
Astronomers discover wave of ancient quasars from dawn of universe
Only 6 locations around Kauaʻi collect above-average rainfall in June
Resolution recognizes the lifesaving role of Kauaʻi emergency services dispatchers
Lane closures scheduled through July 17 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
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Kaua‘i News
ʻUkulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro returns to Kauaʻi
Tickets are on sale now for an unforgettable evening on the North Shore featuring Hawai’i’s ‘ukulele maestro, who redefined the instrument; the show is Nov. 14 at Anaina Hou Community Park’s Porter Pavilion.
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.
Application period open for Agriculture Farm Expansion grants
The grant program through Kauaʻi County Office of Economic Development invests in projects that expand commercial farming and ranching operations, increase local food production and strengthen long-term sustainability of agriculture on Kauaʻi.
UPDATE: Coastal flooding statement canceled
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu say peak high tides have gradually declined.
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Hawaii News
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.
Mariner hoisted from sinking catamaran offshore of Kaua‘i
The vessel sank shortly after the hoist was completed, with approximately 30-40 gallons of diesel fuel, two batteries, and 3-4 gallons of oil on board.
Senate president Ronald D. Kouchi honored in Azores for leadership, Portuguese heritage
The Azores Day ceremonies recognize individuals whose achievements exemplify the enduring contributions of the Azorean diaspora around the world.
Gov. Josh Green enacts laws to strengthen Hawaiʻi education system
New laws strengthen the educator workforce, promote safer schools, improve access to nutritious meals, and help with college expenses.
Big Island News
Kona family searching for pet cat they claim was trapped, removed from neighborhood 11 weeks ago
The Hawaiʻi Police Department has forwarded to county prosecutors a rare criminal case of animal desertion, the unlawful taking of an animal without the intention of returning it.
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital receives national honors for cardiovascular care
The awards reflect the Waimea hospital's high-quality stroke care based on the latest evidence-based clinical guidelines and highlights its success in improving outcomes for stroke patients through timely and effective treatment.
Maui News
Community invited to Lahaina Recreation Center Playground project groundbreaking July 30
The community is encouraged to attend the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) groundbreaking ceremony for the Lahaina Recreation Center Playground at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 245 Shaw St. Once completed, the playground will feature the largest shaded area of any County park.
Maui Surf Forecast for July 15, 2026
The current small, long-period southwest swell will continue to gradually decline through the middle of the week. A series of overlapping small south and...
UH’s Hensel tapped to represent Mountain West Conference on the College Football Playoff Board of Managers
University of Hawaiʻi President Wendy Hensel has been selected to represent the Mountain West Conference on the College Football Playoff Board of Managers, one of the most influential leadership bodies in collegiate athletics. The appointment places Hensel among a select group of university presidents and chancellors from across the nation who oversee the governance and […]
