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Endangered Hawaiian owl found sick on Kauaʻi’s North Shore dies from malnutrition
The death of an endangered native Hawaiian owl from malnutrition highlights the species’ fragility and the critical role public awareness plays in wildlife rescue efforts on Kauaʻi. April 19, 2026 · 05:00am
Phishing stories to be presented during final cybersecurity clinic in University of Hawaiʻi Maui College series
"Phishing remains the most effective attack method in 2026 because it targets the one element that can't be easily patched: people," said University of Hawaiʻi Chief Information Officer Jodi Ito.Business Growing food, securing water: Help Mālama Kaua‘i build the future at Olohena
Hawai‘i News SNAP users allowed to purchase hot foods for the next four weeks
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Kaua‘i News
Endangered Hawaiian owl found sick on Kauaʻi’s North Shore dies from malnutrition
The death of an endangered native Hawaiian owl from malnutrition highlights the species’ fragility and the critical role public awareness plays in wildlife rescue efforts on Kauaʻi.
Top mini golf players prepare for U.S. Open on Kauaʻi next month
Kauaʻi mini golfers encouraged to register for the U.S. Open coming to Anaina Hou Community Park Saturday, May 16.
Phishing stories to be presented during final cybersecurity clinic in University of Hawaiʻi Maui College series
“Phishing remains the most effective attack method in 2026 because it targets the one element that can’t be easily patched: people,” said University of Hawaiʻi Chief Information Officer Jodi Ito.
University of Hawai‘i student wins Zonta local, international STEM awards
Danielle Bartz, doctorate candidate in marine biology at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, was first awarded the $2,000 STEM Award from Zonta Club of Hilo, advancing her to the international level, where she won the $10,000 2026 Zonta International Women in STEM Award.
NTSB releases preliminary finding about Kauaʻi helicopter crash that killed 3, seriously injured 2
The preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board did not provide a cause of the crash, but said the pilot reported severe vibrations and loss of directional control while making a turn.
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Hawaii News
Top mini golf players prepare for U.S. Open on Kauaʻi next month
Kauaʻi mini golfers encouraged to register for the U.S. Open coming to Anaina Hou Community Park Saturday, May 16.
Phishing stories to be presented during final cybersecurity clinic in University of Hawaiʻi Maui College series
“Phishing remains the most effective attack method in 2026 because it targets the one element that can’t be easily patched: people,” said University of Hawaiʻi Chief Information Officer Jodi Ito.
University of Hawai‘i student wins Zonta local, international STEM awards
Danielle Bartz, doctorate candidate in marine biology at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, was first awarded the $2,000 STEM Award from Zonta Club of Hilo, advancing her to the international level, where she won the $10,000 2026 Zonta International Women in STEM Award.
SNAP users allowed to purchase hot foods for the next four weeks
A waiver allows Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) users to purchase hot foods using their benefits until May 16.
Bishop Museum features the works of Nālani Kanakaʻole, Sig Zane, Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane
The Zane ʻohana, continues to transform Hawaiian cultural practices into captivating visual arts, while celebrating their rich heritage and environmental stewardship.
Federal court orders $1.4M-plus restitution, 14-month prison term for Kaua‘i man who stole COVID relief funds
52-year-old Ethan Page of Kekaha was sentenced April 15; court order also includes 3 years supervised release following his prison term. He previously pleaded guilty to lying to Small Business Administration officials about how he used more than $1.4 million of Restaurant Revitalization funds awarded in 2021 to his business Hanapēpē Design Studio.
Big Island News
Hawai‘i County proposed budget bills move forward; first readings in May
The Hawaiʻi County Council can’t move forward with the budget until the finance director provides the net taxable real property for the upcoming fiscal year.
University of Hawaiʻi to lead new Pacific reef research institute
“This new institute combines [University of Hawaiʻi]’s strengths in cutting-edge, ocean-related research and our collaborative, place-based approach to working with resource managers throughout Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to protect our vital coral reefs,” said University of Hawaiʻi Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Chad Walton.
Maui News
Hāna farmers face years of recovery for crops lost in Kona storm
Some farmers say they won't know how bad the damage is until they see how their storm-impacted trees fare when harvest time rolls around.
Maui Weather Forecast for April 19, 2026
An upper-level trough will will bring increased high clouds and renewed chances for isolated heavy showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and Monday. Light...
Kanakaʻole, Zane ʻohana transform Hawaiian cultural practices into captivating visual arts
Bishop Museum on Oʻahu will feature the works of Nālani Kanakaʻole, Sig Zane, Kūhaʻoʻīmaikalani Zane, whose creative practices are deeply rooted in hula ʻaihaʻa.
Direct2UH gets $400K boost from national grant program aimed at simplifying path to college
Building on the success of Direct2UH — the direct admissions initiative launched in October 2025 that offers free entry to Hawaiʻi public high school seniors based on their grade-point average — the grant will fund a unified admissions system with enhanced outreach and guidance.


