Kaua‘i News Waimea Athletic Field restroom closes for renovations this week
Hawai‘i News SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
Kauaʻi County moves to expand 15-mph school area speed limits around Kalaheo Elementary School
County officials have launched a plan to enforce a permanent 15 mph speed limit around Kalāheo Elementary School, aiming to ensure student safety by extending the limit beyond school hours. August 19, 2026 · 05:00am
State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.Kaua‘i News Emergency tree trimming to cause delays on Māluhia Road
Hawai‘i News Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one…
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Kauaʻi County: What you need to know about Tropical Storm Lala recovery
Kauaʻi faces widespread disruptions as Lala sweeps past with strong winds and rain
Tropical Storm Lala is 170 miles past Līhuʻe, but outer bands still bringing rain, gusty…
Fisherman rescued from tide pool near Kahili Point in Kīlauea
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Kaua‘i News
Kauaʻi County moves to expand 15-mph school area speed limits around Kalaheo Elementary School
County officials have launched a plan to enforce a permanent 15 mph speed limit around Kalāheo Elementary School, aiming to ensure student safety by extending the limit beyond school hours.
Kaua’i news briefs for Aug. 19: Road closures, community needs survey, water quality report and more
A quick look at news happening around the Garden Isle.
State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.
Waimea Athletic Field restroom closes for renovations this week
The County of Kauaʻi Department of Parks and Recreation will close the restrooms from Wednesday, Aug. 19 to Thursday, Aug 20.
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Hawaii News
State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.
SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala’s severe weather and power outages, SNAP recipients are eligible for replacement benefits to regain lost food resources.
Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog
Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.
Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative
Initiative, designed to reflect range of industries and career paths available in Hawaiʻi, is open to companies throughout the state that want to support troops and introduce girls to career opportunities.
Big Island News
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Hawaiʻi County non-emergency operations resume, offices reopen Wednesday
About 24,000 customers still were without power as of 7 p.m. Tuesday but the company expects 95% to be online by Friday.
Hurricane Lala recovery: Restoring full access, utility services to Ka‘ū remains top priority, county says
As of Tuesday afternoon, Hawai‘i County has received 263 residential and 18 commercial damage reports in the wake of Hurricane Lala.
Hawai‘i Police Department hosting Fill a Police Cruiser Kōkua events to support Lala recovery
The department’s Kona and Hilo community policing sections are partnering with local businesses and community organizations to collect essential supplies for individuals and families affected by the hurricane. Collection events are planned for Aug. 20 in Kona and Hilo.
Maui News
Pay for Starlink or ‘climb a hill’: How rural Maui endured Hurricane Lala without power, internet, cell service
After outages in recent storms, many frustrated residents are seeking out the satellite-based Starlink or other ways to stay connected in emergencies.
Maui Weather Forecast for August 19, 2026
Trade winds weaken today into the latter half of the week as a trough passes northeast of the islands. The trough also brings an increase in moisture that will...
