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Lowell re-strengthens to a Category 4 hurricane with additional intensification possible

“Some additional intensification is possible, and Lowell could regain Category 5 strength later today or tonight,” according to the advisory.

Closure of Kaua‘i trail extended due to inclement weather

The trail was initially closed to allow county crews to perform necessary repair work.

Hawai‘i REALTORS opens 2026 Fair Housing Keiki Art Contest

Keiki in grades K-8 throughout the state are encouraged to learn about fair housing and submit art for a chance to win prizes.

Hurricanes Lowell, Karina to produce advisory-level surf through Saturday

Lowell will bring high surf to south-facing shores and Karina will bring large breaking waves to the east.

Emergency road closures scheduled for portion of Kalama Road in Wailuā

The closures are set for today and Saturday and are necessary remove hazardous trees in the work zone in advance of Hurricane Lowell.

Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.
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Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Lowell re-strengthens to a Category 4 hurricane with additional intensification possible

“Some additional intensification is possible, and Lowell could regain Category 5 strength later today or tonight,” according to the advisory.

Hawai‘i REALTORS opens 2026 Fair Housing Keiki Art Contest

Keiki in grades K-8 throughout the state are encouraged to learn about fair housing and submit art for a chance to win prizes.

Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.

Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

The past year in Hawai‘i has shown disasters such as hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and more can happen with little or no warning; steps you take to prepare for any emergency can help you be better prepared overall.

Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands

Forecasters said that it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the Category 4 hurricane, which now has sustained winds near 140 mph.

State announces automated Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program mass replacement, extended deadline

The critical updates will help families throughout the state who experienced food loss because of impacts from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala.

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Waikōloa eatery immediately shut down for rodent infestation, food safety violations

The restaurant owners say they are working closely with their cleaning and pest control companies to "ensure everything is fully remedied."

Hurricanes Lowell, Karina to produce advisory-level surf on Big Island

Lowell will bring high surf to south-facing shores and Karina will bring large breaking waves to the east.

150 Kealakehe Elementary students joined Hawaiʻi Island police in traffic safety campaign

The campaign focused on the dangers of speeding, reckless driving and driving under the influence.

Category 3 Hurricane Lowell to bring high surf, rain to Big Island

Lowell is forecast to produce rainfall totals of 3 to 6 inches, with maximum totals exceeding 10 inches possible, for Kauai, Niʻihau and the Big Island.

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A Hoʻolawa Kine A Day brings Maui community together at Wailele Farm, Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026

Community, connection and local resources come together this Saturday, Sept, 5, at A Hoʻolawa Kine A Day, a free kamaʻāina community gathering from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Wailele Farm at Twin Falls.

Community invitation to meeting on proposed Hale Makua Workforce Housing project, Sept. 9

Hale Makua Health Services invites the public to attend a meeting regarding its proposed workforce housing project at Maui Lani. The meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026 at Maui Economic Opportunity's Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Family Center in Wailuku.

Gas prices hold steady at near record highs ahead of Labor Day weekend

Hawaiʻi drivers are paying near-record prices at gas pumps heading into the Labor Day weekend, with little relief in sight, according to AAA Hawaiʻi's Weekend Gas Watch. On Maui, Kahului hit $5.44 (up a full dollar from the same time last year).

Maui Humane Society searches for forever home for Bianca as she marks one year at the shelter

Maui Humane Society is issuing a plea to the community to help find a loving home for Bianca, a 4-year-old German Pinscher/Doberman mix who has officially reached her one-year anniversary at the shelter.