Kaua‘i News Portuguese man oʻ war spotted in waters of ʻAnini Beach Park
Kaua‘i News Free water sampling, testing available for some Kauaʻi County Department of Water…
ʻUkulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro returns to Kauaʻi
Tickets are on sale now for an unforgettable evening on the North Shore featuring Hawai'i's 'ukulele maestro, who redefined the instrument; the show is Nov. 14 at Anaina Hou Community Park's Porter Pavilion. July 15, 2026 · 05:00am
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.Community Wilcox Medical Center to host 11th annual Keiki Bike Safety Day
Kaua‘i News Coastal flooding expected throughout Hawaiian Islands during high tide
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UPDATE: Coastal flooding statement canceled
Kauaʻi Coffee Co. names veteran agricultural leader Mark Bogner as new general manager
Kauaʻi authorities credit anonymous Crime Stoppers tips in recent arrests
Anaina Hou hosts upcycling camp focused on beach cleanup and creativity
Kauaʻi seeks state assistance as Waimea River mouth shifts towards homes
State Education Department serves nearly 145K free summer meals by end of June
Governor signs legislation expanding access to health care, relieving medical debt
Portion of Kalena Park in Līhu‘e to close temporarily
‘Food trucks. Local flavor. Stronger together.’
New comfort station at Hā‘ena State Park a community-led effort
Kaua‘i Chamber of Commerce to honor Mayor Derek Kawakami during special dinner
Astronomers discover wave of ancient quasars from dawn of universe
Only 6 locations around Kauaʻi collect above-average rainfall in June
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Kaua‘i News
Portuguese man oʻ war spotted in waters of ʻAnini Beach Park
Beachgoers are advised against swimming and any water activity at ʻAnini Beach Park until the water is reassessed on Thursday.
Free water sampling, testing available for some Kauaʻi County Department of Water customers
The program, compliant with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Lead and Copper Rule, is available to water customers in Kīlauea, Hāʻena-Wainiha and Hanalei.
Wilcox Medical Center to host 11th annual Keiki Bike Safety Day
The free event is open to everyone and will include hundreds of helmets given away to kids, giveaways for free bikes, helmet decorating, bike skill courses, concussion prevention education and skateboard safety.
Coastal flooding expected throughout Hawaiian Islands during high tide
According to the National Weather Service, the water levels are expected to run higher than predicted, starting this afternoon.
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Hawaii News
Voters to receive ballot by July 21 for upcoming Hawai‘i Primary Elections
Hawai‘i Office of Elections also reminds state voters about how to track their ballots, troubleshooting problems and more.
Governor signs measures supporting kūpuna care, strengthening artificial intelligence protections
House Bill 1853 establishes the Hānai Memory Network Program, building a statewide network of dementia care specialists and community support services; House Bill 2137 established consumer protection standards for deepfake tech, while Senate Bill 3001 places requirements on artificial intelligence operators.
Mariner hoisted from sinking catamaran offshore of Kaua‘i
The vessel sank shortly after the hoist was completed, with approximately 30-40 gallons of diesel fuel, two batteries, and 3-4 gallons of oil on board.
Senate president Ronald D. Kouchi honored in Azores for leadership, Portuguese heritage
The Azores Day ceremonies recognize individuals whose achievements exemplify the enduring contributions of the Azorean diaspora around the world.
Big Island News
Review finds 22 people previously reported missing have since been located
Hawaiʻi Police Department says many of the people were found in other areas of Hawaiʻi Island, elsewhere in the state or even farther away, which contributed to delays in updating the status of these cases.
Episode 51 of ongoing Kīlauea episodic summit eruption ends
The most recent lava fountaining episode within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater ended abruptly at 4:46 p.m. July 15 after 8.1 hours.
Maui News
Sections of Baldwin Beach Park will temporarily close in phases due to dune restoration work
Sections of Kapukaʻulua, also known as Baldwin Beach Park, in Pā‘ia will be temporarily closed in phases starting in late July for dune restoration work, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation. Phases of work will ensure safety and preserve beach access. The public is asked to observe signage and barriers to avoid closed areas.
H.O.K.U. PAC condemns outside political influence in Hawaiʻi’s local elections
The Haʻaheo ʻOhana Kaulike Ui Political Action Committee, also known as the H.O.K.U. PAC, has strongly condemned the growing influence of out-of-state organizations and Super PACs attempting to shape the outcome of Hawaiʻi's local elections.
Papa Ola Lōkahi asks federal court to move Do No Harm lawsuit to Hawaiʻi
Papa Ola Lōkahi filed a motion Tuesday asking the US District Court for the District of Columbia to transfer Do No Harm v. US Department of Health and Human Services to the US District Court for the District of Hawaiʻi, where Papa Ola Lōkahi operates and fulfills its kuleana to co-administer the Native Hawaiian Health Scholarship Program at the center of the lawsuit.
