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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.
Potential heavy rain, flash flooding may hit Kaua‘i Monday night
The heaviest rain and thunderstorms are most likely Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday.
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.
Two new exhibits, with art by the late kuma hula Nālani kanakaʻole, at Bishop Museum on Oʻahu
Fifteen new pieces have been added to an exhibit featuring a family of artists, including the late kumu hula Nālani Kanakaʻole, who passed away on Jan. 3.
Kauaʻi County announced 16 grant-in-aid recipients for FY 2026-2027
This year, the Office of the Mayor received 54 proposals that were reviewed and scored, with the top projects selected for funding totaling nearly $200,000.
Final sweep of Hurricane Lowell debris on South Shore scheduled for Tuesday
Residents should not place any additional debris, green waste, appliances or other materials in the County right-of-way after Monday.
Pisces V will embark on final mission at Bishop Museum after 4 decades of sea exploration
The deep-sea, three-person submersible revolutionized oceanography and made more dives of Hawaiʻi’s active underwater volcano than any other vessel.
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale and Papahānaumokuākea sanctuaries seek advisory council members
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill 13 primary and 11 alternate seats on its advisory council, while Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary is seeking applicants for eight primary and five alternate seats.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Oct. 24 about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.
University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center receives $2.5M from Hemsley Charitable Trust to expand care statewide
Funding from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust advances the Ka ʻUmeke Lama initiative and establishes Hawaiʻi’s first in-state oncology fellowship.
Legislative town hall brought Kauaʻi leaders, residents together to discuss, update key issues
Kauaʻi’s recent legislative town hall gathered key state officials to address urgent issues, including affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, and Hurricane Lowell recovery.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Center urges protection of an endangered native species during Bat Week
Despite being rarely seen, the Hawaiian horary bat plays an important role in the islands’ ecosystems by contributing to the health and balance of the environment.
Po‘ipū Beach Park parking lot to close for maintenance
The maintenance work is related to damage caused by Hurricane Lowell.
Waimea Canyon Lookout reopening Saturday; some other state park access on Kauaʻi remains closed
Visitors are advised that this is not a full reopening of the park, only the first lookout.
Alania Road in Po‘ipū closed until further notice
Kaua‘i County officials have not said the reason for the closure.
Attorneys interested in becoming Fifth Circuit grand jury counsel still have time to apply
Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Hawaiʻi, and they can not be public employees.
Kauaʻi chef takes island flavors to Hyatt’s global culinary competition in Mexico
Chef Melvin Macaraeg of Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi Resort & Spa is set to represent the U.S. West region at the Hyatt Good Taste Series Global Finals in Mexico.
Federal defense agency grants $1.3 million to improve Kekaha-Waimea water system on Kauaʻi
The water system is critical infrastructure for the U.S. Navyʻs Pacific Missile Range Facility that relies on it for its own operations and workforce.
