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Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala
As Kauaʻi embarks on recovery efforts after Tropical Storm Lala, officials urge residents to exercise caution when encountering displaced native birds. August 18, 2026 · 05:00am
Kauaʻi County: What you need to know about Tropical Storm Lala and recovery
All Kauaʻi public schools and all state and county offices reopen today. Find this update and additional information right here; information also will be updated regularly as released.Business Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative
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Kaua‘i News
SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala’s severe weather and power outages, SNAP recipients are eligible for replacement benefits to regain lost food resources.
Emergency tree trimming to cause delays on Māluhia Road
Drivers on Māluhia Road should brace for delays on Tuesday due to emergency tree-trimming work, with temporary road closures possible.
Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog
Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.
Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative
Initiative, designed to reflect range of industries and career paths available in Hawaiʻi, is open to companies throughout the state that want to support troops and introduce girls to career opportunities.
Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala
As Kauaʻi embarks on recovery efforts after Tropical Storm Lala, officials urge residents to exercise caution when encountering displaced native birds.
State urges residents to file insurance claims as quickly as possible following Hurricane Lala
Contact your insurance company or agent right away to report the loss if your home, vehicle or personal property was damaged. Ask for your claim number and confirm any filing or documentation submission deadlines.
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Hawaii News
SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala’s severe weather and power outages, SNAP recipients are eligible for replacement benefits to regain lost food resources.
Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog
Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.
Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative
Initiative, designed to reflect range of industries and career paths available in Hawaiʻi, is open to companies throughout the state that want to support troops and introduce girls to career opportunities.
Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala
As Kauaʻi embarks on recovery efforts after Tropical Storm Lala, officials urge residents to exercise caution when encountering displaced native birds.
Stay up-to-date on all weather and news with Kaua‘i Now News app
With Hurricane Lala approaching, Kaua‘i Now News is encouraging its viewers to share footage they capture.
US Navy initiates return of nearly 44 acres on Oʻahu, Molokaʻi to state
Gov. Josh Green announced that the Department of the Navy is initiating the process to return nearly 44 acres of federal property to the state of Hawaiʻi. The proposed transfers include a 31.693-acre parcel at Kalaeloa and the Marine Corps’ 12-acre Molokaʻi Training Support Facility at Hoʻolehua.
Big Island News
Hawaiian Electric to host Community Resilience Fair in North Kohala
Mark your calendars now for the Aug. 29 event at Hisaoka Gym in Kamehameha Park focused on wildfire safety, emergency preparedness and planning.
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: 27,700 Big Island customers still without power
Here are the latest updates from Hawaiian Electric and other recovery efforts, as well as closures and other important information.
Maui News
Progress moves from planning to schematics as vision for new central Maui middle school takes shape
The Hawai‘i School Facilities Authority (SFA), in collaboration with the Hawai‘i Department of Education, has been making steady progress over the past year to build a brand new middle school from the ground up in Waikapū in central Maui.
Maui Small Business leaders get hands-on with AI to save time, drive growth
A small group of small business owners and leaders of non-profits gathered on Aug. 14 to grow their business with AI. The half-day workshop was hosted by Maui Economic Development Board and presented by Marc Rix, an international adviser, speaker, consultant and trainer.
Haleakalā National Park remains closed after Tropical Cyclone Lala
Both districts of Haleakalā National Park remain closed while the park begins storm damage assessments and recovery. The park will reopen when it is safe to do so.
2,100 remain without power on Maui; Progress made on transmission line repairs following Lala impacts
Overnight, crews restored power to more than half of all remaining customers. About 2,100 remain without power. Today, crews are focused on repairs in Kula, Alaluana, Olinda, Pi‘iholo, and Hā‘ikū and pocket outages in West Maui, Central and South Maui, East Maui, Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i. In Upcountry, large, downed trees are being cleared in certain areas before repairs can be made. Maui had nine transmission/subtransmission lines affected by the storm and six (67%) have been restored.
