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DHHL breaks ground on Hanapēpē Phase II; 82 new homes to be created by 2024

Eighty-two single-family residential lots will be developed by 2024 across more than 28-acres as part of the housing project in west Kauaʻi.

$1 million in grant funding available for adult and adolescent mental health, substance abuse programs

Eligible proposals include community programs that provide clinical mental health and/or substance abuse treatment and services.

Maui wildfire updates: At least 1,000 people are unaccounted for following Lāhainā blaze

With 100% of single-story residential properties searched in the disaster area, emergency responders continue to search multi-story residential and commercial properties for victims.

Mrs. Incredible finds forever home with California family after 119 days in Kaua‘i Humane Society shelter

One of the humane society’s longest residents, Mrs. Incredible captured the hearts of a family during a recent trip to the Garden Island after taking her out on a field trip, a program that allows shelter dogs time outside the kennel while giving people their “dog fix.”

Tourist found a day later after reported missing in Kōke‘e Monday night

A 60-year-old tourist went missing in Kōke‘e and was found a day later near the Alakai Swamp trail.

Man found dead in Kaua‘i home following fire

According to police, foul play is not a suspected factor in the cause of the man’s death.

Water service shutdown on Lauoho Road and Kaumuali’i Highway scheduled Aug. 24

An intermittent lane closure on Lauoho Road between Makua Place and Kaumuali’i Highway will be in place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to create a safe work zone.

Maui wildfires update: Search for victims Lāhainā transitions into multi-story residential and commercial properties

As of Monday, 100% of the single-story residential properties were searched in the disaster area in Lāhainā, that spanned approximately 3.5 miles.

Attorney General Lopez says donors to Lāhainā wildfire should be cautious

Attorney General Anne Lopez urges the public to be cautious when donating to Lāhainā wildfire victims.

County and federal agencies partner for Kekaha Road Brownfields Study

Through community-based planning and the utilization of brownfields assessment grant funds, the County intends to work with property owners and other stakeholders in repurposing opportunity sites for local-serving uses, such as housing, jobs, services, and civic amenities.

Maui wildfires update: President Joe Biden and First Lady visit Maui to meet with first responders and survivors

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will visit Maui today, to observe the impacts of three Maui fires ignited on Aug. 8.

Kaua‘i residents can help Maui wildfire relief efforts by supporting Hawai‘i Foodbank annual Food Drive Day

Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i and The Food Basket on the Big Island also are lending their support this Food Drive Day to those impacted by the wildfires.

VIDEO: Hōkūleʻa’ crew records message of Aloha to Maui

Hōkūleʻa was in Vancouver, B.C., Canada when the devastating wildfires swept through Lāhainā.  The crew recorded a message of aloha for Maui.

Maui Ola benefit concert brings musicians from throughout Hawaiʻi together to support the Valley Isle

“Maui Ola: A Benefit Concert for Maui” is a live broadcast telethon that will rally aid from around the world, using music to deliver the call for support.

Interim water deputy named by Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources

Dean Uyeno, a 25-year-long staffer with the Commission on Water Resource Management, has been assigned on a temporary basis as the interim Water Deputy with the Hawaiʻi State Department of Land and Natural Resources.

Searching for ‘Uncle Shadow’: California woman desperately looking for father who is among hundreds still missing on Maui

Since the Lahaina fire destroyed much of the Maui town on Aug. 8, Kimberly Buen of California been trying to find her father Maurice Buen, who is among the hundreds of people still “unaccounted for.”

In hopeful, heartfelt online address, Hawaiʻi governor vows ‘Lāhainā will rise again’

Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green expressed his resolve that the state will not abandon the survivors; he will get to the bottom of Maui’s criticized emergency response ; and that he will do everything he can to help Lāhainā rebuild.

Registration now open for 33rd Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference

Registration is now open for the event geared toward farmers, educators, orchard managers and proponents of sustainable agriculture.

Hawaiian Eye Center offers 10 tips to protect your keiki’s eyes and sight

With an increase in computer and screen usage, as well as new germs in classrooms, there can be serious consequences on children’s eyes and vision.

Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: Aug. 19-25

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
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