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DMV closed on Kauaʻi due to fire leaving residents who need license renewals in limbo

A recent fire at the Kāpule Building in Līhuʻe that destroyed infrastructure has plunged Kauaʻi’s DMV operations into chaos, halting in-person services and leaving residents scrambling for alternative solutions.

All state parks on Kauaʻi will remain closed for foreseeable future due to Hurricane Lowell damage

The public is urged to avoid Kōke‘e State Park and Kōke‘e Road, where many catastrophic, unmitigated hazards exist throughout the landscape.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Thursday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Recovery efforts continue around Kauaʻi as crews prepare for increased rain from remnants of former Tropical Storm Norbert and work to restore communities hit by Hurricane Lowell.

American Red Cross volunteers traveled around Kaua‘i, offering food, water, gloves, hugs and smiles

The relief organization started with 18 local volunteers before Hurricane Lowell struck on Labor Day, and at one point had about 100 before scaling down as Kauaʻi recovers.

Hawaiʻi’s top state manager, employee, team of the year honored at 49th Annual Governor’s Awards

Gov. Josh Green honored individual winners Dr. Darren Lerner (State Manager of the Year) and Jessica Chambers (State Employee of the Year).

Remnant moisture from former TS Norbert forecast to produce moderate to heavy rainfall; flood watch issued

An upper level trough is forecast to dig southwest Wednesday night into Thursday, pulling in the remnant moisture; deeper moisture and increasing instability will bring moderate to locally heavy showers, with heaviest rainfall expected in windward and mauka areas.
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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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What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Thursday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Recovery efforts continue around Kauaʻi as crews prepare for increased rain from remnants of former Tropical Storm Norbert and work to restore communities hit by Hurricane Lowell.

Hawaiʻi’s top state manager, employee, team of the year honored at 49th Annual Governor’s Awards

Gov. Josh Green honored individual winners Dr. Darren Lerner (State Manager of the Year) and Jessica Chambers (State Employee of the Year).

New deaf history museum celebrates Hawaiʻi’s Deaf community

The new museum at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Hamilton Library reflects the the often overlooked Deaf history and culture of Hawaiʻi.

Remnant moisture from former TS Norbert forecast to produce moderate to heavy rainfall; flood watch issued

An upper level trough is forecast to dig southwest Wednesday night into Thursday, pulling in the remnant moisture; deeper moisture and increasing instability will bring moderate to locally heavy showers, with heaviest rainfall expected in windward and mauka areas.

So Delicious dairy-free salted caramel frozen dessert pints recalled; state health officials alert public

A potential presence of foreign materials, such as small stones and other hard objects, in the cashew clusters triggered the recall; the product was sold at retailers such as Target and Whole Foods in Hawai‘i.

Briefs for Sept. 16: University of Hawaiʻi research, student program and outreach events

Recent updates from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.

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Flood advisory in effect for Kaʻū District of Big Island, but canceled for Hāmākua Coast

A flood watch also remains in effect through Friday morning for the entire island because of the possibility of heavy rainfall from the remnants of what was Tropical Storm Norbert.

A month after Hurricane Lala’s outerbands struck the Big Island, recovery is slow but sure in hard hit Ka’ū

Lala destroyed 27 homes and did much damage to many other homes, with Hawaiʻi County estimating $53 million to its facilities and infrastructure.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 18-24: Breadfruit summit, paniolo festival, PRIDE, magic, Kaʻū Bon Dance and more

It's another interesting mix of events happening during the next week around the island; be sure to check out all top 10 things to do now!

Green recognizes top state manager, employee, team of the year at 49th Annual Governor’s Awards

The individual winners were Dr. Darren Lerner (State Manager of the Year) and Jessica Chambers (State Employee of the Year).

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Fire recovery, water, invasive species: Maui County candidates tackle district issues

Each community is facing unique issues at a time when the balance of power on the council appears poised to shift.

Maui Weather Forecast for September 17, 2026

Moisture associated with the remnants of Norbert will move from east to west across the state through Friday and bring an increase in shower activity&#44...

Rising Hawaiʻi rents intensify costs for federal housing voucher program, known as Section 8

About 12,000 low-income households across Hawaiʻi, including Maui wildfire survivors, rely on Housing Choice Vouchers, commonly known as Section 8, to help pay rent, according to a recent study by the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization. But now the program is undergoing increasing financial strain as rising rents make it much more expensive to help local families.

Tokuda leads Hawaiʻi delegation in demanding restoration of direct mail delivery to rebuilt Lahaina properties

US Rep. Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) led the Hawaiʻi Congressional Delegation in demanding that the United States Postal Service immediately halt its decision to stop direct home mail delivery for Lahaina families returning to rebuilt properties.