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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.
Kaua‘i Community College kicks off spring semester
KCC’s new Interim Chancellor Margaret Sanchez is excited to start the year off strong.
First responders aid surfer in Hanalei waters off Kaua‘i
Kaua‘i beachgoers are urged to stay well away from the water and visit other lifeguarded beaches such as Keālia Beach, Lydgate Beach Park, Poʻipū Beach Park and Salt Pond Beach Park.
Mālama Kaua’i sows seeds of Food Access Plan
State legislators and the public will review Kaua‘i residents’ food-access objectives in February.
High Surf Warning downgraded to Advisory for west- and north-facing shores
A High Surf Warning has been downgraded to an Advisory, which is now in effect till Sunday evening.
Live ball python turned in at Honolulu Zoo
A 28-inch live ball python was turned in to the Honolulu Zoo Wednesday afternoon under the state’s Amnesty Program.
