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5 people rescued from small airplane crash in Waimea
The initial report said five people were aboard the plane that made an emergency landing, with only one person injured. October 30, 2026 · 02:37pm
Anaina Hou Community Park to kick off 2027 with worldwide debut of Island Dawn musical collab
Tickets are on sale now for the 2-night event featuring an all-star lineup performing improvisational dance music; the Jan. 1-2 performances also will support Kaua‘i's ongoing recovery from Hurricane Lowell, including a portion of ticket sales going to KKCR Kaua‘i Community Radio.Hawai‘i News University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa establishes new Center for Ocean Policy
Community Crime scene specialists are Kaua‘i Police Department October Employees of the Month
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5 people rescued from small airplane crash in Waimea
The initial report said five people were aboard the plane that made an emergency landing, with only one person injured.
New license plate reader technology helps recover stolen vehicle on Kaua‘i
A follow-up police investigation led to the arrest of a 46-year-old man from Wailua.
Volcano Watch: Ruby seamount; a glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano
Submarine volcanoes are enigmatic and mysterious because they are cloaked by the overlying ocean, yet their activity represents 75% of earth’s volcanism.
4 days before General Election, Rapozo, Carvalho make final push to become Kauaʻi’s next mayor
The men, both County Council members, are running for the seat being vacated by Derek S.K.Kawakami, who is term limited and on the ballot for Hawaiʻi’s No. 2 job, lieutenant governor.
Crime scene specialists are Kaua‘i Police Department October Employees of the Month
Kaua‘i Police Chief Rudy Tai also recently expressed appreciation to all Kaua‘i Police Department staff for exemplary contributions to Hurricane Lowell recovery efforts.
Anaina Hou Community Park to kick off 2027 with worldwide debut of Island Dawn musical collab
Tickets are on sale now for the 2-night event featuring an all-star lineup performing improvisational dance music; the Jan. 1-2 performances also will support Kaua‘i’s ongoing recovery from Hurricane Lowell, including a portion of ticket sales going to KKCR Kaua‘i Community Radio.
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Hawaii News
Volcano Watch: Ruby seamount; a glimpse into the secret life of a submarine volcano
Submarine volcanoes are enigmatic and mysterious because they are cloaked by the overlying ocean, yet their activity represents 75% of earth’s volcanism.
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa establishes new Center for Ocean Policy
The initiative, the latest supported by The Healy Foundation, will address environmental challenges and create a Law-Ocean Clinic for advocacy and research.
‘Visionary who revolutionized the game’: Former Rainbow Warriors head coach June Jones dies
Jones became the winningest head football coach in university history throughout his 9 seasons at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, compiling a 76-41 record; the 73-year-old died Oct. 29 in Oregon.
State Judiciary online systems, services restored following temporary interruption
Includes the Judiciary Electronic Filing and Service System, eCourt Kokua, eTraffic and eJury, as well as phone-based services.
Big Island News
Temporary water discoloration notice for Kaieie area on Big Island
The water department said it is currently flushing the water system, hauling water to the Kaieie tank, and investigating the possible cause of the discolored water.
5 people rescued after small airplane emergency landing on farmland on Kauaʻi
The initial report said five people were aboard the plane that made an emergency landing, with only one person injured.
Maui News
County of Maui offices to be closed Tuesday for Election Day holiday
County of Maui offices, facilities and services will be closed or modified on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, for the Election Day holiday.
Coast Guard transports two people off Kwajalein Atoll
The aircrew had previously deployed to Guam to deliver relief supplies following Super Typhoon Champi.
Emergency Farmer Relief grants announced to help in disaster relief following Lala, Lowell and Moke
The Governor’s Office, Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity and Department of Accounting and General Services are teaming up on the project to provide the disaster support in response to three major storms, Lala, Lowell and Moke.
OHA and UH Hilo sign memorandum of understanding reaffirming commitment to Hawaiian language revitalization
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo have signed a memorandum of understanding to reaffirm their long-standing partnership and advance Hawaiian language revitalization and Hawaiian-medium teacher education at Ka Haka ʻUla o Keʻelikōlani College of Hawaiian Language.
