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Organizations address ongoing housing, rebuilding needs for long term recovery

After distributing $364,000 in relief, Kauaʻi organizations prepare to transition to long-term recovery with emergency assistance applications closing on Oct. 24.

North Shore Kauaʻi Recycles drop-off bins relocated to Kīlauea

The move will help reduce congestion at the Hanalei transfer station, support upcoming facility improvements, and provide a more accessible and user-friendly location for residents.

Wastewater manhole, sewer line inspections underway in the Wailua area

The inspections will prompt one-lane closures on Leho Drive and Nehe Road.

CVS to pay $315 million and implement safeguards in a legal settlement involving invalid opioid prescriptions

CVS agreed to pay $315 million and for illegally filling unlawful opioid prescriptions and submitting false claims to federal healthcare programs.

No swimming advised after shark sighting reported at Hāʻena Beach Park

According to Ocean Safety Bureau officials, an 8-foot shark was sighted on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 8:45 a.m.

Briefs for Oct. 20: Annual Rainbow Wahine Invitational continues today, pairs compete in inaugural Kauaʻi Four-Ball Tournament

Quick stories on an ongoing golf invitational and the results of a new four-ball tournament last weekend.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Organizations address ongoing housing, rebuilding needs for long term recovery

After distributing $364,000 in relief, Kauaʻi organizations prepare to transition to long-term recovery with emergency assistance applications closing on Oct. 24.

CVS to pay $315 million and implement safeguards in a legal settlement involving invalid opioid prescriptions

CVS agreed to pay $315 million and for illegally filling unlawful opioid prescriptions and submitting false claims to federal healthcare programs.

State Senate hearing examines history, importance of Native Hawaiian institutions and programs

Experts in Native Hawaiian history, law and public policy discussed the historical circumstances that led to the creation of these programs, their role in addressing longstanding inequities and their continued importance.

Microsoft 365 access now free to students, faculty and staff at all 10 University of Hawaiʻi campuses

This is one of several technology improvements that are underway as part of the university’s “Common Standard of Care” initiative.

Seniors at public and private schools in Hawaiʻi can apply to all 10 UH campuses through Direct2UH

Direct2UH removes traditional application barriers by providing eligible seniors direct admission to one or more UH campuses based on their grade point average, with no application fee.

American Bar Association awards Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice Sabrina McKenna its diversity award

“In my opinion, diversity of representation in the legal profession is required for access to and actual achievement of justice.” — Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice Sabrina S. McKenna

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Self-help affordable housing project begins road, utility construction in Waimea

This transformative project aims to provide 39 self-help homes, enabling families to contribute labor instead of down payments to enhance affordable housing on Hawaiʻi Island.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for October 21, 2026

High pressure far north of the Hawaiian islands will begin to weaken, allowing winds to decrease to moderate levels for the remainder of the week. Passing...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for October 21, 2026

Small surf for north facing shores is expected through tomorrow before a small northwest swell arrives giving a small bump Thursday afternoon and Friday. This...

Missing 32-year-old man on boogie board rescued 1.5 miles offshore of Hapuna Beach

A group of five people went swimming at Hapuna Beach on Monday evening, but only four were able to return to shore due to high winds and strong offshore currents.

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Maui Surf Forecast for October 21, 2026

Small surf for north facing shores is expected through tomorrow before a small northwest swell arrives giving a small bump Thursday afternoon and Friday. This...

Maui family displaced by 2023 wildfires becomes 100th approved for Ho‘okumu Hou First-Time Homebuyer program

The 100th family received their home-shopping letter on Tuesday through Maui County's Ho‘okumu Hou First-Time Homebuyer Opportunity Program, which provides eligible households displaced by the 2023 wildfires up to $600,000 in assistance to purchase a home.

Tony and Grammy winner opens Broadway on Maui concert series at the Historic ʻĪao Theater, Oct. 24

Tony and Grammy Award winner Lauren Patten will headline "A Night at the Masquerade," the opening concert of the new Broadway on Maui concert series, at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Historic ʻĪao Theater.

Community invited to Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s 2026 Annual Meeting, Nov. 6

The Lahaina Restoration Foundation is excited to invite the community to its 2026 Annual Meeting on Friday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lahainaluna High School Cafeteria. This special gathering will offer an opportunity to connect and gather with community members and learn about the progress of LRF’s ongoing historic preservation and rebuilding efforts.