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

    Intermittent internet service outages are being caused by equipment failure as the result of recent severe weather, which is causing the delays; however, applications are still being accepted...

    Community No public risk from ongoing wastewater discharge in Līhuʻe

    Kaua'i Tourism News Samira Siale named island director of Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau

    New Kona low system arrives on Kaua‘i; flood watch issued statewide

    Flood risk is relatively low on the Garden Island, but it's not zero as heavy rain in the mountains can produce large amounts of runoff to streams and rivers. March 19, 2026 · 11:35am

    Hawaiʻi youth rally at state Capitol, urging action on ending sale of disposable e-cigarettes

    Lawmakers, students and advocates participate in "Take Down Tobacco" national day of action to stand up and speak out against Big Tobacco’s toll in Hawai‘i.

    Hawai‘i News Hirono helps lead bipartisan effort to welcome Japanese prime minister

    Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i police seek public help finding driver involved in hit-and-run

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    Hawaiʻi youth rally at state Capitol, urging action on ending sale of disposable e-cigarettes

    Lawmakers, students and advocates participate in “Take Down Tobacco” national day of action to stand up and speak out against Big Tobacco’s toll in Hawai‘i.

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

    Intermittent internet service outages are being caused by equipment failure as the result of recent severe weather, which is causing the delays; however, applications are still being accepted in-person.

    No public risk from ongoing wastewater discharge in Līhuʻe

    Kauaʻi County officials assure residents that an ongoing spill of 70,000 gallons per day at the Līhuʻe Wastewater Treatment Plant is contained and does not pose a public health risk.

    Samira Siale named island director of Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau

    Siale succeeds Sue Kanoho, managing director of the Island Chapters and executive director of the Kauaʿi Visitors Bureau, who will retire after 29 years of service.

    Hirono helps lead bipartisan effort to welcome Japanese prime minister

    The measure welcoming Sanae Takaichi reaffirms the strong and enduring alliance between the two nations, applauds Japan for reaching defense spending equal to 2% of its gross domestic product and expresses strong support for joint efforts to address regional and global challenges to national, economic and energy security.

    Kaua‘i police seek public help finding driver involved in hit-and-run

    Evidence recovered at the scene indicates that the vehicle involved is a white Chevrolet Silverado, model years 2007–2011.
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    Kalalau Trail open again today after state crew discovers less damage than anticipated
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    Hawaiʻi youth rally at state Capitol, urging action on ending sale of disposable e-cigarettes

    Lawmakers, students and advocates participate in “Take Down Tobacco” national day of action to stand up and speak out against Big Tobacco’s toll in Hawai‘i.

    No public risk from ongoing wastewater discharge in Līhuʻe

    Kauaʻi County officials assure residents that an ongoing spill of 70,000 gallons per day at the Līhuʻe Wastewater Treatment Plant is contained and does not pose a public health risk.

    Hirono helps lead bipartisan effort to welcome Japanese prime minister

    The measure welcoming Sanae Takaichi reaffirms the strong and enduring alliance between the two nations, applauds Japan for reaching defense spending equal to 2% of its gross domestic product and expresses strong support for joint efforts to address regional and global challenges to national, economic and energy security.

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

    It’s the first known partnership of its kind between American Sign Language students and University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics; students volunteer their time to sign the national anthem, cheerleader chants, university fight song and more during games.

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

    “These bills reflect our committee’s priorities: making streets safer, improving enforcement and traffic safety and ensuring the well-being of our residents,” said House Transportation Committee Chairperson Rep. Darius Kila of Oʻahu in a state House release about the measures.

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

    A four-man crew from Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of State Parks on Wednesday, March 18, checked the trail from Hanakoa to Kalalau; state Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement officers accompanied the crew, citing 10 people — none with valid permits — for being in a closed area.

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    New partnership expands American Sign Language access at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa games

    American Sign Language students connect with University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics to volunteer their time to sign the national anthem, cheerleader chants, university fight song and more during games.

    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 20, 2026

    Two surface low pressure systems will move slowly northeastward through the northern Hawaii region into the weekend, producing periods of moderate to heavy...

    Hawaii County Surf Forecast for March 20, 2026

    A small, medium period north swell will continue a slow decline as it shifts out of the north-northeast Friday. A moderate reinforcing north-northeast swell...

    Hawaiian Electric pushes to restore power to remaining outage customers ahead of next storm

    Electric utility reported in 6 p.m. update Thursday, March 19, that about 99% of affected customers on Hawaiʻi Island, Oʻahu and in Maui County now have power; about 960 Big Island customers still remained without power.

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    Maui Surf Forecast for March 20, 2026

    A small, medium period north swell will continue a slow decline as it shifts out of the north-northeast Friday. A moderate reinforcing north-northeast swell...

    MEMA issues flood advisories due to flood prone areas in preparation for kona storm 2

    South Kīhei has been identified by MEMA as an area at high-risk of flooding due to significant sediment accumulation from the recent kona low storm. Ongoing cleanup efforts are focused on restoring drainage capacity, but elevated flood risk remains. Other areas of moderate-risk include ʻĪao, East Molokaʻi, Lahaina, and East Maui.

    Council hears updates on kona low response, Lahaina wildfire rebuilding

    While Maui County braces for more severe weather, council members are poised to take action Friday morning on a $15 million request for emergency funding, following a Wednesday committee update on the effort to rebuild from the August 2023 Lahaina wildfire disaster.

    SNAP replacement benefits for current recipients affected by kona storm

    This assistance is for current SNAP recipients who experienced food loss due to household misfortune, such as extended power outages or flooding across the state.