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32nd session of Hawaiʻi State Legislature opens today with optimism and priorities
This year, the Hawaiʻi State Capitol is open to the pubic and in-person public sessions for the first time since COVID-19 led to social distancing.
7.0 earthquake in Moloucca Sea near Indonesia; no tsunami threat for Hawaiʻi
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 occurred at approximately 8:06 p.m. HST in the Molucca Sea near Indonesia.
Drug-free nonprofit invites Kaua‘i to Līhuʻe open house
The first such event ever hosted by the Hoʻokele Coalition will include refreshments and free raffle prizes.
Conservation-based summer program accepting applicants on Kaua‘i
The program, which runs from June 5 through July 23, typically caters to students between the ages of 17 and 22.
State of Hawaiʻi has new disaster, emergency leadership
Luke Meyers will join the Office of Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green as State Disaster Management Advisor and retired Col. James D.S. Barros was named as the new Administrator for the Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency.
Celebrate Chinese New Year at The Shops at Kukui‘ula
Observe the beginning of The Year of the Rabbit with food, refreshments and live entertainment near Poʻipū.
Single-engine Cessna with two aboard crashed on approach to Molokaʻi Airport
A single-engine Cessna 208 crashed while on approach to Molokaʻi Airport in Hoʻolehua at around 5 a.m. on Monday.
Kaua‘i lawmakers named to House leadership roles
Garden Isle politicos will helm the state’s 2023 Legislative Session when it begins Jan. 18.
Meanwhile, local Democrats are seeking a replacement for Kaua‘i Rep. Jimmy Tokioka, who has left his seat to join Gov. Josh Green’s administration.
Hawai‘i leaders commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Today, the nation celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr., and his legacy to fighting for equality.
High Surf Advisory extended for Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i
The National Weather Service has extended its High Surf Advisory to 6 a.m. Tuesday.
12-year-old boy hit by car while riding his bike in serious condition
A 12-year-old Anahola boy was admitted in serious condition to Wilcox Medical Center after he was struck by a vehicle while riding his bike Saturday afternoon.
6th emergency relief period for SNAP benefits declared by Gov. Green
Gov. Josh Green signed a sixth emergency proclamation to extend federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program emergency allotment benefits, in keeping with ongoing federal COVID relief efforts.
Injured humpback whale Moon made has not been seen in weeks in Hawaiian waters
Moon’s story of migrating 3,000 miles to Hawai’i with a severe spinal injury likely caused by a boat strike is a heartbreaking tale that sheds light on the need for more awareness in hopes of saving other humpback whales from the same painful and agonizing fate.
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands gets back 363 acres on Molokaʻi from military
More than 363 acres is being returned to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands on the island of Molokaʻi as the U.S. Air Force moves to “right-size” its footprint.
Kauaʻi lane closures for Jan. 15-20
There will be no lane closures on Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Kūhiō Highway southbound contraflow also will not operate on this day.
High surf advisory for north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Surf is forecast to be 18 to 22 feet this morning for north- facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, and dropping a little in the afternoon.
Hawaiʻi’s Ilima Shim a contestant on season 4 of CBS reality show ‘Tough As Nails’
Through the first three episodes of the CBS reality competition show, Ilima Shim is giving her 11 fellow contestants a run for their money.
Big wave knocks down and injures 3 visitors at “Olivine Pools” on Maui
Three visitors described to be in their 20s were transported by Maui Emergency Medical Service for treatment of injuries sustained after being knocked down by a big wave at Olivine Pools in Kahakuloa.
Kaua‘i community asked to assist murdered, missing Native Hawaiian women and girls
The average profile of a missing child in the State of Hawai‘i is a 15-year-old Native Hawaiian female from O‘ahu, according to a new report authored by Kaua’i community organizer and researcher Nikki Cristobal.
Hula and Hawaiian culture showcased at Merrie Monarch Festival’s 60th anniversary
The Merrie Monarch Festival will be back to its full glory in April 2023, celebrating its 60th anniversary of showcasing hula and Hawaiian culture — and the world can’t wait.
