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Sen. Schatz announces passage of appropriations deal, securing billions in new federal funding for state
The U.S. Senate passed the first half of a bipartisan appropriations deal on Friday, Mar. 8, which aims to deliver billions in federal funding for critical programs that benefit Hawai‘i.
Volcano Watch: Hawaiʻi represented at the Cities on Volcanoes conference in Antigua, Guatemala
Seven Hawaiʻi residents attended, hailing from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense and University of Hawaiʻi (Hilo and Mānoa).
Portion of Olohena Road in Wailua to close Monday under modified hours
The road closure is necessary for the bridge replacement at Konohiki Stream.
Merrie Monarch Festival tops leaderboard for Best Cultural Festivals in USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
Cast your today to keep the Big Island festival that celebrates hula and everything Hawaiian at No. 1. Voting ends March 18.
Industrial structure fire Friday at Knudson Gap causes estimated $500K in damages
The cause of the fire, which engulfed the second floor of the building in flames, was determined to be accidental.
Līhu‘e man dies in single vehicle crash on Maluhia Road in Kōloa
Speed and impairment appear to be suspected factors in the crash; however, the investigation is ongoing.
Update: Hanapēpē man previously reported missing is located
34-year-old Austin T. Armstrong was found Saturday morning.
Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: March 9-15
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
February was dry on Kauaʻi, especially west of Port Allen
The U.S. Geological Survey rain gauge on top of Mount Waiʻaleʻale had the highest monthly total of 24.95 inches, or 102% of average, and the highest daily total of 3.42 inches Feb. 5.
Road closures scheduled for portions of Waipouli Road in Wailua March 14 to April 12
The County of Kaua‘i Department of Public Works says that temporary full road closure will be necessary for some of the repair. The public is being asked to plan for alternate routes and allow extra time to get to destinations.
Hanalei nonprofit wants to transform former church into housing for teachers, lifeguards
The sale of the property on Kūhiō Highway closed only two weeks ago, when a local supporter of The Hanalei Initiative cut a $4.6 million check to buy it.
Boaters urged to slow down, keep safe distance from marine wildlife after deaths of young dolphin, humpback calf
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is urging vessel operators to slow down and enjoy marine wildlife from afar.
Kaua‘i Community College nursing program among top in nation
Three UH community colleges had 100% of their practical nursing program students pass the National Council Licensure Examination on their first attempt in 2023.
California man rescued from waters off Kapa‘a
Kaua‘i Fire Department responded to the incident on Tuesday at 11:45 a.m. on a report of a distressed swimmer in waters fronting the Pono Kai Resort.
‘Ele‘ele man pleads not guilty to allegedly biting a nurse at a Kaua‘i hospital
A 22-year-old ‘Ele‘ele man has pleaded not guilty after he allegedly bit a nurse last November. Chay Ramirez has been charged with second degree felony assault.
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative to receive federal funding to expand solar energy production
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative is among the first five cooperative utilities in the nation selected to move forward in the U.S. Department of Agriculture awards process for the Powering Affordable Clean Energy program.
No injuries reported following small brush fire at Kaua‘i Raceway Park
Shortly before 7:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Kaua‘i Firefighters were dispatched to the blaze burning a 1/4-acre of land near the end of the dragstrip at Kaua‘i Raceway Park.
No measles outbreaks reported in Hawai‘i despite rise in cases in U.S. states
As of Feb. 29, 41 cases were reported in several states: Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York City, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington.
Senate ways and means committee advances bills on wildfire recovery, agriculture, more
The Committee on Ways and Means continues to support bills that aid the people of Maui, and the survivors and victims of the August 2023 wildfire.
Hawai‘i House of Representatives reaffirms commitment to protecting marriage equality
A new bill seeks to repeal a portion of the state constitution, which grants the Legislature the authority to reserve marriage to opposite-sex couples.
