Kaua‘i News New Kaua’i renewable energy project approved by Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission
Kaua‘i News UPDATE: Kapaʻa pool has reopened after repairs
Kauaʻi sees mixed progress in sheltering people experiencing homelessness
On the Garden Isle, 76 individuals were sheltered in 2026 compared to 59 in 2024. Unsheltered families went from 22 in 2024 to 19 in 2026. May 14, 2026 · 05:00am
New Kauaʻi ordinance makes more land owners eligible for agriculture tax dedication
More active farmers and ranchers should be able to qualify for the agriculture land dedication, which has a filing deadline of July 1 for the upcoming tax year.Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi High graduate earns 3 degrees with community college library at heart of her…
Hawai‘i News Man charged with harassing endangered monk seal on Maui
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Kaua‘i News
New Kaua’i renewable energy project approved by Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission
If successfully developed, AES’ Mānā Solar + Storage project, coupled with AES’ previously approved Kaawanui Solar project, would bring Kaua‘i to nearly 90% renewable generation by 2030.
Large vehicles restricted from Poʻipū roundabout due to ongoing construction
Vehicles exceeding 30 feet in length are advised to avoid making a left turn at the roundabout in Poʻipu.
UPDATE: Kapaʻa pool has reopened after repairs
Due to mechanical issues, the Kapaʻa swimming pool will be temporarily closed starting May 13.
Kauaʻi sees mixed progress in sheltering people experiencing homelessness
On the Garden Isle, 76 individuals were sheltered in 2026 compared to 59 in 2024. Unsheltered families went from 22 in 2024 to 19 in 2026.
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Hawaii News
Kauaʻi sees mixed progress in sheltering people experiencing homelessness
On the Garden Isle, 76 individuals were sheltered in 2026 compared to 59 in 2024. Unsheltered families went from 22 in 2024 to 19 in 2026.
Man charged with harassing endangered monk seal on Maui
Igor Mykhaylovych Lytvynchuk, faces charges under the Endangered Species Act after allegedly attempting to harm a Hawaiian monk seal by throwing a rock at it.
Kaua‘i woman sentenced after pleading guilty to defrauding coronavirus assistance program
The Kapa‘a woman pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft after fraudulently obtaining more than $100,000 through the program.
Kauaʻi Mayor Derek Kawakami officially files to run for lieutenant governor of Hawaiʻi
No other candidate has officially filed to run for the No. 2 elected post in the state, but five other candidates have pulled papers, including former Deputy Attorney General John Choi.
Big Island News
Kona man indicted on drug, firearm charges following joint local, federal narcotics investigation
The suspect was initially arrested last month after the Hawai‘i Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations, Drug Enforcement Administration, and Federal Bureau of Investigation collaborated on a narcotics investigation and executed search warrants on April 22.
Hawai‘i County purchases Honolulu Landing along Big Island’s Puna coast
The $3.7 million acquisition occurred through the county’s Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Preservation Commission program.
Maui News
Gov. Green unveils 2026 policy report titled “A Vision For Hawaiʻi’s Future”
Gov. Josh Green today announced a new policy report titled “A Vision for Hawaiʻi's Future,” outlining the Green administration’s long-term strategy to tackle significant issues facing the state of Hawai‘i. The report builds upon priorities discussed during his 2026 State of the State Address to the Legislature.
Memorial Day events honoring veterans planned at Maui Memorial Park, May 25
Maui Memorial Park invites the community to join in honoring veterans on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, at 9 a.m.
Public meeting for West Maui community center and field house set for May 19 in Lahaina
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation encourages community members to attend a public meeting from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Lahaina Civic Center social hall to share ideas for the new Lahaina community center and field house.
Applications open for Maui-based Community Tourism Collaboratives cohort
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is now accepting applications to its 2026 Community Tourism Collaboratives, a set of cohort-based programs that support small businesses and nonprofits in hosting visitors while protecting cultural and natural resources and strengthening community benefits
