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Kauaʻi County mayor: Youth sports events can’t become places of fear, concerns for public safety

Kawakami issues statement following altercation, online firearm threat during Kapa‘a High School homecoming football game; Kauaʻi police also reaffirm zero tolerance for threats of school violence.

Brown water advisory issued for Kaua‘i beach on south shore

The state department recommends staying out of these affected waters for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

Hawaiʻi lifeguards join in international collaboration to improve lifesaving education, drowning prevention

Three Hawaiʻi ocean safety chiefs traveled to Okinawa to sign a historic three-way agreement that aims to enhance ocean safety and drowning prevention.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Oct. 27 about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

A brown water advisory issued for south-facing shores

The department recommends staying out of these affected waters for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

EPA grants nearly $400,000 to Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture for pesticide enforcement

Federal grant money will be used to support two inspectors and one chemist position with the State of Hawaiʻi.
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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

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Hawaiʻi lifeguards join in international collaboration to improve lifesaving education, drowning prevention

Three Hawaiʻi ocean safety chiefs traveled to Okinawa to sign a historic three-way agreement that aims to enhance ocean safety and drowning prevention.

EPA grants nearly $400,000 to Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture for pesticide enforcement

Federal grant money will be used to support two inspectors and one chemist position with the State of Hawaiʻi.

Hawai‘i reaffirms commitment to preserving survivor benefits for foster youth

The state’s recommitment comes as the Administration for Children and Families highlights national momentum to end what Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams has called the “orphan tax.”

Retired Hawaiʻi Supreme Court chief justice Recktenwald honored with prestigious national award

Mark E. Recktenwald, who retired in 2025 as chief justice of the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court, has been recognized with the National Judicial College’s highest honor, the Sandra Day OʻConnor Award.

Applications open for 2027 legislative session positions in Hawaiʻi House of Representatives

Prior legislative experience is not required, and individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to submit applications for the temporary positions.

Volcano Watch: Recent Kīlauea eruptions and intrusions all part of dynamic volcano behavior

Scientists say Kīlauea since 2018 has been busy with eruptions and intrusions, which is part of the normal dynamic behavior at the volcano.

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UPDATE: Water quality advisory canceled at Puakō Boat Ramp in Waimea

Water sample testing results show enterococci levels no longer exceed the acceptable threshold level.

UH at Hilo seniors among winners of NASA competition to feed astronaut crews on Mars

Leilani Jensen and Raven Kromer's winning design was inspired by Polynesian voyagers and traditional Hawaiian farming techniques.

Some Big Island school lunches now feature local beef from Parker Ranch

Parker Ranch is supplying beef to schools across Kohala, Waikoloa, Waimea, the Hāmākua Coast and Hilo.

Update: Wind advisory canceled for Big Island summits; warning goes into effect later tonight

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 80 mph are expected.

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Hawaiʻi State Senate now hiring for 2027 Legislative Session

The Hawaiʻi State Senate is now hiring for the 2027 Legislative Session, offering individuals an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in state government while helping serve the people of Hawaiʻi.

ASB teammates support local families and affordable housing with $271,000 in contributions to five nonprofits

American Savings Bank teammates raised and contributed $271,000—achieving a 94% participation rate through their 2026 Kahiau Giving Campaign—to support five Hawaiʻi nonprofits focused on affordable housing and financial education.

HIDOE brings more local beef to school meals through regional partnerships

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) is expanding efforts to bring more locally sourced food to school meals by building regional partnerships that connect school cafeterias with producers in their communities. A partnership between Hawaiʻi Island schools and Parker Ranch is the first under this initiative, with additional regional sourcing opportunities in development on Maui and Kauaʻi.

Council gives initial approval for new investigator to target Lahaina contractor fraud

The Maui County Council voted 8-0 on Friday to pass on first reading a bill that would add a prosecutor’s office investigator to focus on contractor fraud tied to the 2023 wildfires.