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Dry season in Hawaiʻi 3rd wettest in 30 years; but low rainfall, high fire risk forecast for wet season
If the NOAA wet season forecast is accurate, the state may experience dryner than normal conditions and droughts in many areas due to El Niño.
State awareness campaign urges residents to ‘Keep Kids Safe’ as part of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week messaging
This year’s awareness campaign encourages Hawaiʻi families to “Get the Facts. Test Your Keiki. Check Your Home” for possible contamination; educational webinar scheduled for this morning, Oct. 28.
Hawaiʻi voters to decide on two state constitutional amendments, one Kauaʻi County Charter amendment
Hawaiʻi voters to decide amendments on timing for judge appointments, funding public infrastructure and one amendment that clarifies the planning commission appeal process in the Kauaʻi County Charter.
2 Kauaʻi professionals to graduate from rigorous Hawai‘i Agricultural Leadership Program on Nov. 9
This year’s 14 graduates identified ways to reduce Hawaiʻi’s dependence on food imports and strengthen its food system.
Forecasters advise statewide flood watch remains in effect through late Wednesday night
Heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms with intense rainfall rates can develop at any time through Wednesday night, with the greatest flood threat focused over O‘ahu and Maui County; however, all islands are at risk.
Registration for 2027 Kauaʻi County Mini Hoopster and Junior Hoopster Basketball Leagues is Oct. 28-30
Leagues are free and open to children in kindergarten through third grade.
Brown water advisory issued at Lawa‘i Beach Park on Kaua‘i
Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain, even if a brown water advisory is not issued in the area.
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.
Potential heavy rain, flash flooding may hit Kaua‘i Monday night
The heaviest rain and thunderstorms are most likely Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday.
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.
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.
