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Kaua‘i News Chevron Forward

Category 5 Hurricane Lowell expected to remain a powerful hurricane for the rest of the week

Swells generated by Lowell will likely cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions and are predicted to affect portions of the Hawaiian Islands beginning today.

News in brief for Sept. 2: AEDs installed, Community Day, strengthening bilateral ties and nearly $30M coming to state

A quick look at news stories happening throughout the state and beyond.

University of Hawaiʻi asks public to provide input on Mauna Kea master management plan

“We invite the community to take some time to review the proposed revisions, ask questions and share their manaʻo, their perspectives with us,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship Executive Director Greg Chun.

Free car seat safety events planned arond Kauaʻi in September

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 0 to 14.

Proposed new rules for aquarium fish collection rejected by state Land Board, keeping current ban in place

Currently, the long standing Hawaiʻi rules — which have a pre-approved “whitelist” of 40 species that can be collected with no limits — clashes with the statewide indefinite temporary ban.

Kapa‘a Swimming Pool adjusts hours due to staffing issues

Starting Sept. 3, the Kapaʻa Swimming Pool will operate on a reduced schedule due to staffing shortages, affecting its hours of operation during the week.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Category 5 Hurricane Lowell expected to remain a powerful hurricane for the rest of the week

Swells generated by Lowell will likely cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions and are predicted to affect portions of the Hawaiian Islands beginning today.

News in brief for Sept. 2: AEDs installed, Community Day, strengthening bilateral ties and nearly $30M coming to state

A quick look at news stories happening throughout the state and beyond.

University of Hawaiʻi asks public to provide input on Mauna Kea master management plan

“We invite the community to take some time to review the proposed revisions, ask questions and share their manaʻo, their perspectives with us,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship Executive Director Greg Chun.

Proposed new rules for aquarium fish collection rejected by state Land Board, keeping current ban in place

Currently, the long standing Hawaiʻi rules — which have a pre-approved “whitelist” of 40 species that can be collected with no limits — clashes with the statewide indefinite temporary ban.

Federal funding coming to Hawai‘i to strengthen rural health care

The federal investment will help train and retain more healthcare professionals, provide new ambulances in every county and modernize emergency communications.

6 new Pwo navigators inducted by Polynesian Voyaging Society

Four Native Hawaiian women among the inductees, marking a historic new chapter in the legacy of Master Navigator Mau Piailug and future of leadership in Polynesian voyaging.

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Update: Brandon Cranfield has been found

Police have found Brandon Cranfield in good health.

Category 5 Hurricane Lowell to generate strong swells for Big Island beginning Wednesday

A high surf advisory is now issued for the southeast portion of the Big Island until 6 a.m. on Thursday.

Phone system not functioning at Ka‘ū Police Station due to Lala impacts

Those in need of police assistance are advised to call police dispatch at 808-935-3311 for non-emergencies or call 911 for emergencies, or visit the station in person.

Kahuku Unit at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park to reopen following Lala damage

Hurricane Lala skirted around the southern portion of the Big Island on Aug. 15, bringing damaging winds and flooding to the Ka‘ū District.

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Executive Office on Early Learning opens 18 new public Pre-K classrooms

More Hawaiʻi families will have access to free, high-quality early learning opportunities this school year as the Executive Office on Early Learning opens 18 new public prekindergarten classrooms across 15 public school campuses.

Seascape at Maui Ocean Center launches new breakfast menu

Starting Monday, Sept. 7, the award-winning restaurant overlooking Māʻalaea Harbor will serve breakfast daily from 10 a.m. to noon and lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Lowell rapidly intensifies to Category 5; forecast to remain major hurricane for several days

Hurricane Lowell has rapidly intensified into a Category 5 system and is expected to remain a major hurricane for the next several days, according to the Central Pacific Hurricane Center.

President approves Major Disaster Declaration for Hawaiʻi following M-6.0 earthquake in May 2026

FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Hawaiʻi to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the 6.0 earthquake reported on May 22, 2026 in the Hōnaunau-Nāpōʻopoʻo of Hawaiʻi Island.