Latest Election Results
Kaua‘i Mayor
- RAPOZO, Mel56.5%
- CARVALHO, Bernard, Jr.37.4%
Kaua‘i County Council
- HOLLAND, Fern Anuenue7.2%
- OZAKI, Todd R.6.7%
- KANESHIRO, Arryl J.6.7%
- CORREA, Michelle Kaleiohi6.7%
- BULOSAN, Addison5.6%
- SMITH, Dane5.4%
- APPLEGATE, Paul Noboru4.9%
- SHIGEMOTO, Taylor H.4.8%
- DECOSTA, Billy D.4.7%
- COOTS, Mike4.2%
- MARTIN, Umi3.7%
- RAPOZO, Cheree3.4%
- KAIMINAAUAO, Keola3.0%
- MATTOS, John H. (Scooby)2.4%
County Ballot Measure
Relating to the Planning Commission's Appeals Process- YES53.2%
- NO28.5%
State Representative
District 16 · Wailua, Hanamāʻulu, Līhuʻe & Puhi- EVSLIN, Luke A.67.2%
- HAZLEBECK, David27.0%
State Representative
District 17 · Niʻihau, Kōloa, Poʻipū, Kalāheo, Hanapēpē, Waimea & Kekaha- MORIKAWA, Daynette (Dee)66.9%
- CLUETT, Misty25.1%
Governor & Lieutenant Governor
- GREEN, Josh KAWAKAMI, Derek S.K.73.5%
- CORDERY, Gary ANTHONY, Daniel24.6%
U.S. Representative
District II · Neighbor Islands & Rest of Oʻahu- TOKUDA, Jill N.63.0%
- AWA, Brenton31.7%
At-Large Trustee
- SOUZA, Keoni10.6%
- ANDERSON, Ikaika10.6%
- GALUTERIA, Brickwood M.10.1%
- WAIHEE, John, IV10.0%
- AKINA, Adrian (Kealii)9.9%
- CRABBE, Kanekoa (Koa)8.5%
Kaua‘i News Surf advisory in effect early Thursday through early Friday for portions of Kaua‘i…
Kaua‘i News 17-year-old Kapa’a girl missing nearly 2 weeks; have you seen her
Mel Rapozo claims 56.5% of vote, poised to lead Kauaʻi as next mayor
Rapozo maintained his lead in the mayoral race according to the third election printout results. November 04, 2026 · 08:41am
Montana man faces up to 5 years in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill Hawai‘i governor and his family
52-year-old Eric Lee Boltz admitted in a plea agreement that he was motivated by Gov. Josh Green's official government position and religion; he told law enforcement during an interview that he made...Community Kapa‘a DMV office reopen, offering expanded appointment availability with new booking…
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Kaua‘i News
Montana man faces up to 5 years in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill Hawai‘i governor and his family
52-year-old Eric Lee Boltz admitted in a plea agreement that he was motivated by Gov. Josh Green’s official government position and religion; he told law enforcement during an interview that he made the series of threatening and antisemitic voicemails to ‘shake [Gov. Green] up.’
Surf advisory in effect early Thursday through early Friday for portions of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
A moderate, long-period north-northwest swell is forecast arrive and fill in through Thursday morning, lifting surf heights to advisory levels along north and west shorelines of both islands.
17-year-old Kapa’a girl missing nearly 2 weeks; have you seen her?
Anyone with information that can help locate Talula is encouraged to call Kaua‘i Police Department Dispatch at 808-241-1711 or contact Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i.
Kapa‘a DMV office reopen, offering expanded appointment availability with new booking calendar
Residents can make in-person appointments up to a month in advance from now through end of November with the temporary calendar, which replaces the usual 2-week booking window.
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Hawaii News
Montana man faces up to 5 years in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill Hawai‘i governor and his family
52-year-old Eric Lee Boltz admitted in a plea agreement that he was motivated by Gov. Josh Green’s official government position and religion; he told law enforcement during an interview that he made the series of threatening and antisemitic voicemails to ‘shake [Gov. Green] up.’
Briefs for Nov. 4: New Hawaiian Airlines premium lounge, climate workshops, more
A quick look at news items from throughout the state.
Hawaiʻi Law Enforcement Standards Board seeks volunteers to fill six vacancies
Applicants for the volunteer board must be law enforcement professionals or members of the public with sound judgment and a commitment to public service.
Coffee with a Cop event set for Kīlauea on Friday
Residents can meet local law enforcement at Kai Bar Coffee Roasters from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6.
Big Island News
Wind advisory in effect through early Thursday for North Hawai‘i
East winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are expected in the advised locations.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for November 05, 2026
Breezy trade winds will persist through the next several days as surface high pressure holds north of the state. Pockets of moisture moving through with the...
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for November 05, 2026
A moderate size, long period northwest (320-330 degree) swell will begin arriving early Thursday morning. The long period forerunners were just being...
Green Party’s Kiakona comes from behind to lead West Maui House race, but final tally hangs in balance
Pā‘ele Kiakona, a leader of Lahaina Strong, held a 107-vote lead over Democratic candidate Sne Patel as of Wednesday morning, but there were still 151 ballots in the race with issues needing to be fixed.
Seabury Hall presents ‘The Drowsy Chaperone,’ Nov. 13–21
Seabury Hall Performing Arts will present “The Drowsy Chaperone: A Musical Within a Comedy” Nov. 13–21, 2026, at the ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center, on the school’s campus in Makawao. Performances are scheduled for Nov. 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 7 p.m., with an additional matinee on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m. Tickets are […]
