Hawai‘i News Young Hawaiian monk seal discovered on Oʻahu North Shore dead, entangled in abandoned…
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Kauaʻi beekeeping proposal hits a buzzkill at Planning Commission
In a move to balance beekeeping expansion with public safety, Kauaʻi's County Planning Commission has deferred a proposal to allow apiaries in residential areas, seeking additional safeguards for neighbors before reconsidering it next month. August 12, 2026 · 10:52am
High surf advisory in effect for south-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
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High surf advisory in effect for south-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
The high surf advisory is in place from 6 p.m. tonight to 6 a.m. Friday morning and is not related to the incoming tropical storm.
Young Hawaiian monk seal discovered on Oʻahu North Shore dead, entangled in abandoned lay net
The 3-month-old seal was identified as RV36, a male, born in late April at Kaʻena Point State Park; the carcass was turned over to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which will conduct a post-mortem examination.
Young Brothers brace for tropical storm impact on operations
The National Weather Service anticipates issuing a tropical storm watch on Thursday as a developing storm system gathers strength.
Kauaʻi police offer chance for residents to connect with officers over coffee
Join the Kauaʻi Police Department for “Coffee with a Cop” at Līhuʻe’s Kukui Grove Center to foster open community dialogue and meaningful connections with local officers over coffee.
Kauaʻi beekeeping proposal hits a buzzkill at Planning Commission
In a move to balance beekeeping expansion with public safety, Kauaʻi’s County Planning Commission has deferred a proposal to allow apiaries in residential areas, seeking additional safeguards for neighbors before reconsidering it next month.
Severe weather Wednesday update: Meteorologists anticipate issuing tropical storm watch on Thursday
The disorganized system of showers and thunderstorm activity is expected to become a tropical storm within the next day, and forecasters list a 90% chance that it will develop into a tropical cyclone within the next 48 hours.
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Hawaii News
High surf advisory in effect for south-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
The high surf advisory is in place from 6 p.m. tonight to 6 a.m. Friday morning and is not related to the incoming tropical storm.
Young Hawaiian monk seal discovered on Oʻahu North Shore dead, entangled in abandoned lay net
The 3-month-old seal was identified as RV36, a male, born in late April at Kaʻena Point State Park; the carcass was turned over to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which will conduct a post-mortem examination.
Young Brothers brace for tropical storm impact on operations
The National Weather Service anticipates issuing a tropical storm watch on Thursday as a developing storm system gathers strength.
Severe weather Wednesday update: Meteorologists anticipate issuing tropical storm watch on Thursday
The disorganized system of showers and thunderstorm activity is expected to become a tropical storm within the next day, and forecasters list a 90% chance that it will develop into a tropical cyclone within the next 48 hours.
Food businesses: Learn how to avoid common mistakes made during inspections
Join Hawaiʻi Commercial Kitchens from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 13 for a free workshop with guest speaker retired Hawaiʻi Department of Health inspector John Nakashima to walk you through what a strong plan actually requires, including recordkeeping and monitoring habits that matter most when an inspector shows up.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs plans televised candidate forums for 2026 trustee election
The forums are designed to provide voters and agency beneficiaries an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about issues, their priorities and the visions they would bring to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs governing board.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 13, 2026
Surf along south and west facing shores will continue to remain elevated as a new long-period south swell fills in tonight and peaks on Thursday. A High Surf...
UPDATE: Portion of Daniel K. Inouye Highway to remain closed through Thursday because of wildland fire
The roadway between the Old Saddle Road junction and Highway 190 junction will stay closed while fire crews continue to battle the blaze that had burned 230 acres as of the morning of Aug. 12.
Severe weather Wednesday update: Hurricane or tropical storm watch likely to be required for part of state by early Thursday
National Hurricane Center reports Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C remains about 900 miles east-southeast of Hilo and now has sustained winds of nearly 40 mph as it continues moving about 9 mph toward Hawaiʻi, according to a Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense message early the evening of Aug. 12.
Maui News
‘Disappointed, shocked, upset.’ Maui police chief responds to questions surrounding Vaituulala’s arrest
Chief John Pelletier emphasized a "zero tolerance" approach to the incident, initiating both internal and external audits in an effort to restore public trust. The external review will be conducted by Hawaiʻi County Police Chief Reed K. Mahuna to ensure transparency and objectivity.
Maui OnStage announces cast and creative team for ʻAinakea
Maui OnStage announced the cast and creative team for its upcoming production of "ʻAinakea," an original play by Maui-based playwright James Nevius. The production will take the stage at the Historic ʻĪao Theater this October.
