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Hawai‘i News Flooding from second Kona low storm prompts proactive power shutoff on Oʻahu

Action movie icon Chuck Norris dies suddenly following emergency hospitalization on Kaua‘i
The actor and legendary martial artist just celebrated his 86th birthday March 10 on the Garden Isle; he was hospitalized Wednesday, March 18, just a day before his death. March 20, 2026 · 06:58am
Nineteen visitors, which included 14 minors, were rescued from Uluwehi Trail on Thursday
The Kauaʻi Fire Departmen rescued 19 kayakers from Nevada, including 14 minors, stranded on the Uluwehi Trail amid severe weather conditions on Thursday afternoon.Hawai‘i News Court selects finance executive to fill vacant Kamehameha Schools trustee seat
Hawai‘i News County of Kauaʻi urges vigilance as another kona low may affect the island this…
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Crews to install water line on Weke Road over the next three months

Hawaiʻi youth rally at state Capitol, urging action on ending sale of disposable…

Internet outages cause delays to guest pass, ID card services at Pacific Missile Range…

Action star Chuck Norris hospitalized on Kauaʻi after medical emergency

American Sign Language students expand access at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa games

State House passes transportation-related bills aimed at making Hawaiʻi roads safer

Kalalau Trail open again today after state crew discovers less damage than anticipated

Lane closures on Kūhīo Highway to continue five nights a week for waterline project

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North Shore Give charity auction returns, raising funds for essential Kauaʻi programs

New study on Kauaʻi finds surge in road deaths for Hawaiʻi’s state bird, the…

Vidinha Stadium is closed, reopening anticipated by fall 2026

Hirono, colleagues demand immediate release of Title X funding

17 lane closures scheduled during week of March 14-20 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Several measures aimed at criminal justice reform advance to Hawaiʻi Senate after House…
Kaua‘i News
Nineteen visitors, which included 14 minors, were rescued from Uluwehi Trail on Thursday
The Kauaʻi Fire Departmen rescued 19 kayakers from Nevada, including 14 minors, stranded on the Uluwehi Trail amid severe weather conditions on Thursday afternoon.
Court selects finance executive to fill vacant Kamehameha Schools trustee seat
Finance executive Eric Yeaman, who grew up in Hōnaunau on the west side of the Big Island, was selected by Hawaiʻi probate court to to fill the Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Board of Trustees seat previously occupied by term-limited Robert Nobriga, whose second term ended June 30, 2025.
County of Kauaʻi urges vigilance as another kona low may affect the island this weekend
With a flood watch in place from March 19 to March 22, the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency urges everyone to stay informed and prepared for possible flash flooding, power outages, and hazardous conditions across the island.
Volcano Watch: Pele, Lono and Hiʻiaka remind us of nature’s power
Living in such a dynamic place as Hawaiʻi Island, it’s important to try to be aware and prepared for natural events that affect us; nature will continue to reshape the land in Hawaiʻi, and the recent Episode 43 lava fountaining fallout and kona low are recent reminders about how impactful such natural events can be.
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Hawaii News
UPDATE: Application deadline extends for SNAP replacement benefits
The deadline extends households within specific areas of the state impacted by prolonged power outages associated with the kona low weather event from March 13 to March 15
Flooding from second Kona low storm prompts proactive power shutoff on Oʻahu
Gov. Josh Green announced the closure of all state departments on Oʻahu as a response to severe weather forecasts predicting heavy rain and flash flooding through the weekend.
Court selects finance executive to fill vacant Kamehameha Schools trustee seat
Finance executive Eric Yeaman, who grew up in Hōnaunau on the west side of the Big Island, was selected by Hawaiʻi probate court to to fill the Ke Kula ʻo Kamehameha Board of Trustees seat previously occupied by term-limited Robert Nobriga, whose second term ended June 30, 2025.
County of Kauaʻi urges vigilance as another kona low may affect the island this weekend
With a flood watch in place from March 19 to March 22, the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency urges everyone to stay informed and prepared for possible flash flooding, power outages, and hazardous conditions across the island.
Volcano Watch: Pele, Lono and Hiʻiaka remind us of nature’s power
Living in such a dynamic place as Hawaiʻi Island, it’s important to try to be aware and prepared for natural events that affect us; nature will continue to reshape the land in Hawaiʻi, and the recent Episode 43 lava fountaining fallout and kona low are recent reminders about how impactful such natural events can be.
Big Island News
Sherry Bird appointed Deputy Chief of the Hawaiʻi Police Department
In a historic milestone for the Hawaiʻi Police Department, Assistant Police Chief Sherry Bird has been confirmed as its first female deputy chief.
Winter storm watch issued for Hawaiʻi summits as Kona storm approaches
A winter storm watch has been issued for the Big Island summits, where a Kona storm is forecast to bring up to 10 inches of snow and winds of up to 70 mph this weekend.
Maui News
HECO 5 p.m. update March 20: Safety-driven power shutoff on O‘ahu after catastrophic flooding; 165 without power on Maui
Once mandatory flood evacuation orders are lifted on the North Shore of O‘ahu, Hawaiian Electric will inspect its infrastructure to determine when it will be safe to restore power to customers affected by a proactive power shutoff due to catastrophic flooding. However, if the evacuation notice is lifted after dark, crews must wait for daylight to begin inspections.
The Salvation Army ready to serve as second kona low storm brings impacts to Hawaiʻi
As heavy rains and flooding continue to impact Hawaiʻi—with a second kona low event rolling across the islands while communities are still reeling from the first—The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division is positioned to respond to the evolving on-the-ground needs.
Aloha United Way distributes more than $760,000 to community organizations across Hawaiʻi
Aloha United Way has distributed more than $760,000 to 45 community-based organizations during the first two months of 2026, supporting programs that address food security, housing, housing stability, workforce development and other essential needs.
MEO Human Services operations limited to essential services; Paratransit to operate with Maui Bus schedule
Maui Economic Opportunity Human Services transportation will limit its operations to dialysis and essential medical appointments for Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and Central, West, South, and Upcountry Maui beginning Saturday, March 21.


