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    • Kalalau Trail closed due to high stream levels as Tropical Storm Fausto passes island

    While the forecast continues to keep the storm's center away from Kauaʻi, subtle shifts in the storm's track remain possible and could affect local weather conditions.

    Kaua‘i News UPDATE: Department of Water to conduct an overnight test water shutdown for portions of…

    Kaua‘i News Restaurant leaders to share lessons on Hurricane response, business recovery

    Tropical Depression Fausto Wednesday update: Storm now forecast to become post-tropical remnant low by late this morning

    However, while Fausto is now rapidly weakening because of reaching a wall of extremely dry air and westerly vertical wind shear, the high surf conditions it's creating along eastern shores of the state warrant continued monitoring. July 29, 2026 · 01:00am
    Screenshot from livestream V3 camera as of 8:01 p.m. July 28, 2026, of Episode 52 lava fountaining at the Kīlauea summit on the Big Island.

    Lava fountains up to 100 feet high to start Episode 52 of ongoing Kīlauea volcano summit eruption

    The latest episode of molten rock geysers within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of the Big Island volcano began shortly after 7 p.m. July 28 following precursory activity that started the night before.

    Business 3 Kaua‘i high school grads among 10 recipients statewide to be awarded Fukunaga…

    Hawai‘i News Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: Kaua‘i could see potential heavy rainfall as…

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    Tropical Depression Fausto Wednesday update: Storm now forecast to become post-tropical remnant low by late this morning

    However, while Fausto is now rapidly weakening because of reaching a wall of extremely dry air and westerly vertical wind shear, the high surf conditions it’s creating along eastern shores of the state warrant continued monitoring.

    Lava fountains up to 100 feet high to start Episode 52 of ongoing Kīlauea volcano summit eruption

    The latest episode of molten rock geysers within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of the Big Island volcano began shortly after 7 p.m. July 28 following precursory activity that started the night before.

    UPDATE: Department of Water to conduct an overnight test water shutdown for portions of Kōloa this week

    The test shutdown is set for 10 p.m. Thursday, July 30 to 2 a.m. Friday, July 31, and will help officials further evaluate the water system and identify any needed improvements.

    Kalalau Trail closed due to high stream levels as Tropical Storm Fausto passes island

    While the forecast continues to keep the storm’s center away from Kauaʻi, subtle shifts in the storm’s track remain possible and could affect local weather conditions.

    Restaurant leaders to share lessons on Hurricane response, business recovery

    Restaurant owners in Hawaiʻi can enhance their hurricane preparedness by joining a free webinar hosted by the National Restaurant Association and Resy.

    3 Kaua‘i high school grads among 10 recipients statewide to be awarded Fukunaga Scholarship

    Each recipient will receive up to $20,000 over four years to pursue a degree in business administration or a related field.
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    Tropical Depression Fausto Wednesday update: Storm now forecast to become post-tropical remnant low by late this morning

    However, while Fausto is now rapidly weakening because of reaching a wall of extremely dry air and westerly vertical wind shear, the high surf conditions it’s creating along eastern shores of the state warrant continued monitoring.

    Lava fountains up to 100 feet high to start Episode 52 of ongoing Kīlauea volcano summit eruption

    The latest episode of molten rock geysers within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of the Big Island volcano began shortly after 7 p.m. July 28 following precursory activity that started the night before.

    3 Kaua‘i high school grads among 10 recipients statewide to be awarded Fukunaga Scholarship

    Each recipient will receive up to $20,000 over four years to pursue a degree in business administration or a related field.

    Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: Kaua‘i could see potential heavy rainfall as weakening storm passes

    The National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu and Kauaʻi officials urge the public to prepare regardless of potential impacts and storm track.

    Hawaiʻi food vendor livestreaming when deadly shooting breaks out at ‘Bite of Seattle’

    Tragedy struck the Bite of Seattle food festival when gunfire erupted, with vendor Christopher Monterroso of Hawaiian Honey Cones unexpectedly capturing the chaos as festivalgoers fleeing in terror that happened as he was livestreaming for his business.

    Voter service centers open now for upcoming primary elections

    Officials urge voters to vote early so they can beat the long lines expected during the Aug. 8 state primary elections.

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    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for July 29, 2026

    Tropical Storm Fausto will track northwest of Maui and the Big Island tonight allowing winds to become light and variable. Breezy northerly trade winds will...

    Episode 52 of ongoing episodic Kīlauea summit eruption starts with 100-foot lava fountains

    The latest episode of molten rock geysers within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of the Big Island volcano began shortly after 7 p.m. July 28 following precursory activity that started the night before.

    Hawaii County Surf Forecast for July 29, 2026

    Nearshore buoys on the eastern side of the islands are still running high with the medium- and long- period energy from Fausto. The surf is expected to...

    New research by University of Hawaiʻi finds connection between gut bacteria, biological aging

    University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found certain gut bacteria are linked to how quickly the body ages, providing new insight into the connection between the gut, health and longevity.

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    Maui Surf Forecast for July 29, 2026

    Nearshore buoys on the eastern side of the islands are still running high with the medium- and long- period energy from Fausto. The surf is expected to...

    Alan B. Carpenter chosen to lead DLNR Division of State Parks

    He will assume responsibility for the care and management of 55 state parks and 14 other places of interest, which encompass 34,000 acres of coastal and wildland recreational areas, scenic waysides and cherished places spanning from Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park on Kauaʻi to ʻAkaka Falls State Park on Hawaiʻi Island.

    Learn the good, bad and creative about artificial intelligence at upcoming Maui AARP workshop

    AARP Hawai‘i is holding a series of workshops on Maui to inform the public about harmful and helpful uses for artificial intelligence – how it is being used in frauds; how to tell the difference between reality and AI; and how to use AI to express creativity.

    Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort has named Leonard ‘Leo’ Gensolin as its new Executive Chef

    Leonard “Leo” Gensolin has been named Executive Chef, Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort, overseeing all culinary operations, including Sensei by Nobu, Koele Garden Bar and in-room dining, as well as leading the resort's culinary team.