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Filing deadline for Hawaiʻi candidates running for public office in 2026 is June 2
Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the 2026 Hawaiʻi Candidate’s Manual.
Nearly 6 inches of rain falls on part of Kaua‘i as first very unstable air of season moves over state
Moderate easterly trade winds will focus rainfall over windward areas of all islands Saturday, May 16, as chance of heavy showers and thunderstorms continues to diminish while storm system drifts eastward and weakens.
US Postal Service urges customers to include fixing mailboxes during spring cleaning
During Mailbox Improvement Week, which runs May 18 to 24, the United States Postal Service is reminding customers everywhere to inspect, maintain and make any needed upgrades to their mailboxes.
New law limiting corporate political spending in Hawaiʻi takes effect in July 2027
The new law, that goes into effect next year, establishes new restrictions on political spending activities by corporations and other “artificial persons” organized under Hawai’i law.
Volcano Watch: Scientists reveal how they are predicting lava episodes at Kīlauea
Fountaining episodes have recentuly occurred at the Big Island volcano once the system has regained the volume of magma lost during the previous episode.
One-lane, intermittent closure set Tuesday for Pāpalōa Road in Wailuā
The lane closure is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m for construction activities related to the rehabilitation of a sewage pump station.
Debris closes portion of Ke Ala Hele Makālae in Kapa‘a
The Department of Parks and Recreation has temporarily closed a segment of Ke Ala Hele Makālae, stretching from Keālia Beach to Palikū Beach.
Surging oil prices bring dark cloud over Hawai‘i’s economy, according to UHERO report
These emerging challenges come as the state continues to recover from significant damage caused by the March Kona Low storms and from an ongoing sluggish labor market.
No swimming, ocean activities advised at Hanalei Bay due to brown water
Kauaʻi County ocean safety officials have posted warning signs and are monitoring the area.
Flags in Hawai‘i ordered to half-staff in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day
Flags shall be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on Friday.
Kaua’i medical professionals urged to beware of phone scam seeking personal information
State officials are alerting medical professionals across the Garden Island to a sophisticated phone scam where impostors claim to be state representatives investigating their licenses.
Gov. Josh Green approves new financing program for aging condos in Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi officials have unveiled a groundbreaking, state-backed loan program to help condominium associations.
Flood watch in affect for Kauaʻi until 6 p.m. Friday
The National Weather Service has issued a warning for Kauaʻi due to heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms forecast for Friday into Saturday.
Oklahoma visitor dies following ocean rescue at Moloa’a Beach
A 30-year-old Oklahoma man died May 13 after being pulled from the waters off Moloaʻa Beach, despite attempts to revive him.
New Kaua’i renewable energy project approved by Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission
If successfully developed, AES’ Mānā Solar + Storage project, coupled with AES’ previously approved Kaawanui Solar project, would bring Kaua‘i to nearly 90% renewable generation by 2030.
Large vehicles restricted from Poʻipū roundabout due to ongoing construction
Vehicles exceeding 30 feet in length are advised to avoid making a left turn at the roundabout in Poʻipu.
UPDATE: Kapaʻa pool has reopened after repairs
Due to mechanical issues, the Kapaʻa swimming pool will be temporarily closed starting May 13.
Kauaʻi sees mixed progress in sheltering people experiencing homelessness
On the Garden Isle, 76 individuals were sheltered in 2026 compared to 59 in 2024. Unsheltered families went from 22 in 2024 to 19 in 2026.
Kauaʻi High graduate earns 3 degrees with community college library at heart of her journey
The senior first stepped foot on the Kaua‘i Community College campus when she was 16 years old for her first college course.
New Kauaʻi ordinance makes more land owners eligible for agriculture tax dedication
More active farmers and ranchers should be able to qualify for the agriculture land dedication, which has a filing deadline of July 1 for the upcoming tax year.
