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Hurricane watch issued for Kaua‘i County as Lowell turns north with 120 mph sustained winds

Kauaʻi County also remains under a tropical storm warning, with the likely possibility of high winds, high surf, heavy rain, storm surge and tornadoes.

What Kauaʻi and Niʻihau residents, visitors, businesses need to know Sunday about Hurricane Lowell

Now is the time to complete your emergency disaster and to-go kits, get your homes prepared for possible electric and water outages and know what resources are available.

Hawai‘i Department of Transportation statewide stream cleanups roundup: Kaua‘i

Crews on Aug. 16 began clearing Kainahola Stream in Kapaʻa along Kapaʻa Bypass Road; an estimated completion date will be released as work progresses.

Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Stronger Hawaiʻi Initiative supports prep efforts on Kaua‘i ahead of Hurricane Lowell

$22,000 in Kaua‘i Strong funds deployed to 3 local nonprofits to strengthen resilience of vulnerable families and households by enabling delivery of proactive preparedness outreach and rapid procurement and distribution of essential food, supplies and other life-sustaining resources before the storm.

Hawaiʻi Health Systems Kauaʻi Region to host 3rd annual Kaua‘i Healthy Living Fall Celebration

Free, family-friendly event brings 30-plus vendors, health teams, live entertainment and local food to Waimea on Sept. 19.

2026 Kauaʻi Marathon and Half Marathon canceled because of approaching Lowell

Event organizers said canceling was a last resort after they explored alternate routes, reduced road closures and other adjustments, but none were acceptable.
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Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Hurricane watch issued for Kaua‘i County as Lowell turns north with 120 mph sustained winds

Kauaʻi County also remains under a tropical storm warning, with the likely possibility of high winds, high surf, heavy rain, storm surge and tornadoes.

What Kauaʻi and Niʻihau residents, visitors, businesses need to know Sunday about Hurricane Lowell

Now is the time to complete your emergency disaster and to-go kits, get your homes prepared for possible electric and water outages and know what resources are available.

Hawai‘i Department of Transportation statewide stream cleanups roundup: Kaua‘i

Crews on Aug. 16 began clearing Kainahola Stream in Kapaʻa along Kapaʻa Bypass Road; an estimated completion date will be released as work progresses.

University of Hawaiʻi receives $2M for development of artificial intelligence tools to protect food production systems

The 4-year project, in partnership with University of Nebraska-Lincoln, began Sept. 1 and will combine artificial intelligence, environmental sampling, advanced genetic analysis and high-resolution chemical analysis to identify and monitor potential risks to aquaculture, livestock and agricultural systems.

Entire state to be under flood watch from Sunday evening through Tuesday afternoon

Moisture along the eastern flank of Hurricane Lowell will bring periods of heavy rain to the main Hawaiian Islands late Sunday through Tuesday.

US Navy, NASA get 15-day extension on final environmental impact statement for Pacific Missile Range Facility, Kōkeʻe observatory

Granting the 15-day extension provides a 45-day acceptance period, the maximum allowable time by state law; the state now has until Sept. 29 to decide on impact statement.

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53-year-old in critical condition after crashing his motorcycle in Pāhoa

The male motorcycle operator was arrested for driving a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant.

K9 Trina helps Hawaiʻi Island police find missing juvenile in Waikōloa

Trina led officers to a brush-covered area about 150 yards from the residence on the Big Island, where the juvenile was located in good health.

Flood advisory issued for northern districts of Hawai‘i Island

Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, with the heaviest showers upslope of Waimea.

UPDATE: Advisory-level surf expected for several west-facing shores on Hawai‘i Island

Several beach parks on Hawai‘i Island remain closed.

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15-day extension granted on final EIS for Pacific Missile Range Facility and Kōkeʻe observatory

Granting the 15-day extension provides a 45-day acceptance period, the maximum allowable time by state law; the state now has until Sept. 29 to decide on impact statement connected with an application to renew a lease for the Kauaʻi state lands on which the facilities sit.

Hawaiʻi Community Foundation names Reid Gushiken Senior VP and Chief Financial Officer

The Hawaiʻi Community Foundation today announced the appointment of Reid Gushiken as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective Sept. 14, 2026. In this role, Gushiken will oversee HCF’s financial and administrative operations and help guide the foundation’s long-term stewardship of resources in service to Hawai‘i’s communities.

Category 3 Hurricane Lowell expected to bring tropical storm conditions to Kauaʻi and Niʻihau by late Monday

Category 3 Hurricane Lowell continues on a path due north with tropical storm conditions expected on Kauaʻi and Niʻihau by late Monday.

High school football brings Lahaina and Paradise together in “Unity Bowl”

The football teams from Hawai‘i’s Lahainaluna High School and California’s Paradise High School came together for a historic matchup Saturday evening in West Maui, bringing two communities that were both devastated by wildfires together on the field to celebrate hope, resilience and the strength of community.