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Hurricane Lowell to generate strong swells for portions of Hawaiian Islands, but not wind or rain

Forecasters and officials continue to monitor the storm closely; residents and businesses encouraged to prepare for possible severe weather, especially with above average hurricane season predicted.

Federal funding coming to Hawai‘i to strengthen rural health care

The federal investment will help train and retain more healthcare professionals, provide new ambulances in every county and modernize emergency communications.

KIUC looks to fill key leadership role with retirement of the Member Services and Communications Manager

The Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative seeks a new member services and communications manager as Beth Amaro prepares to retire in early 2027.

6 new Pwo navigators inducted by Polynesian Voyaging Society

Four Native Hawaiian women among the inductees, marking a historic new chapter in the legacy of Master Navigator Mau Piailug and future of leadership in Polynesian voyaging.

Kaua‘i news in brief: Training closures, reuse collection, pop-up exhibits and more

A quick look at news, entertainment and other items happening around the Garden Isle.

UPDATE: All lanes open on Kūhio Highway following water main break

One lane was closed for about 8 hours as crews worked to repair the water main.
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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

Hurricane Lowell to generate strong swells for portions of Hawaiian Islands, but not wind or rain

Forecasters and officials continue to monitor the storm closely; residents and businesses encouraged to prepare for possible severe weather, especially with above average hurricane season predicted.

Federal funding coming to Hawai‘i to strengthen rural health care

The federal investment will help train and retain more healthcare professionals, provide new ambulances in every county and modernize emergency communications.

6 new Pwo navigators inducted by Polynesian Voyaging Society

Four Native Hawaiian women among the inductees, marking a historic new chapter in the legacy of Master Navigator Mau Piailug and future of leadership in Polynesian voyaging.

$1.5M-plus in kona low assistance through Office of Hawaiian Affairs relief programs

The agency continues to deliver — nearly 6 months after severe kona lows in March caused flooding and damage in communities throughout Hawaiʻi — emergency and recovery assistance to Native Hawaiian beneficiaries through a coordinated group of relief programs.

Keynote opening 2026 Hawai‘i Tourism Conference to be given by former New York City fire chief

Joseph Pfeifer will recount Hawai‘i’s support for 9/11 families nearly 25 years ago and share lessons in emergency response during the conference slated for Sept. 24-25 on O‘ahu.

Information technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity career pathways boosted during Tech Days of Fall 2026

The series of free events aims to increase awareness about and enhance Hawaiʻi’s skilled technology workforce and increasing demand for local jobs in the rapidly growing technology, artificial intelligence and cyber industries.

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Board of Land and Natural Resources rejects proposed rules for aquarium fish collection

Currently, the long standing Hawaiʻi rules — which have a pre-approved "whitelist" of 40 species that can be collected with no limits — clashes with the statewide indefinite temporary ban.

Flagman returns to Big Island schools with ‘Move Over’ safety message

Flagman Inc., in memory of Corey Iodice, returns to Hawaiʻi's Big Island this week to teach students about the crucial Move Over law.

$58M in federal investment coming to Hawai‘i to strengthen rural health care

The federal investment will help train and retain more healthcare professionals, provide new ambulances in every county and modernize emergency communications.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for September 01, 2026

Breezy trades will continue in Wednesday with showers generally favoring windward and mauka areas, particularly during the overnight through early morning...

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Construction underway for new 35-unit Kehalani Apartments in Wailuku; Completion set for January 2028

Ground breaking was recently held for the Kehalani Apartments, a new 35-unit affordable rental community in Wailuku for households earning 60% or less of the Area Median Income, with construction slated for completion in January 2028.

Maui police seek public’s help in locating missing Mississippi woman

The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Makela Eubanks, 22, of Mississippi.

Public hearing scheduled Thursday for Hoʻonani Village affordable-housing project

A public hearing on bills to update the Maui Island Plan and Wailuku-Kahului Community Plan for Central Maui’s Hoʻonani Village Mixed Use Development is scheduled for Thursday at 4:30 p.m. online and in the Council Chamber, Councilmember Tamara Paltin announced today.

Maui Surf Forecast for September 01, 2026

A small long period south swell will hold through tonight before a moderate south swell arrives on Tuesday. This swell will build Tuesday morning and then peak...