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Police seek help identifying human remains found in April at ‘Aliomanu Beach
Forensic laboratory testing and DNA analysis confirmed the remains are those of a male and generated a DNA profile, which can be used to compare with missing persons reports or family reference samples to help identify the remains.
Hawaiʻi joins coalition of states, governors in defending SNAP benefits
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez has joined 22 state attorneys general and three governors in a lawsuit against the USDA, challenging the suspension of SNAP benefits amid a federal shutdown.
Dry season wraps up in Hawai‘i, leaving Kaua‘i wetter than usual
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the rainfall during the dry season, which runs from May through September, was slightly above average on the Garden Isle, while less rain was seen on the Big Island, O‘ahu and Maui County.
Hawaiʻi joins global initiative to preserve biological data of endangered species
Hawaiʻi is now at the center of a global “biobanking” network that will collect and store biological samples of endangered species for wildlife conservation purposes.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs sets aside $6.1 million for emergency relief amid federal government shutdown
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees met during an emergency session on Monday and directed the administration to work out details of the benefits program, including determining eligibility requirements and potential partnerships.
Alaska Airlines introduces nonstop routes with increased commitment to San Diego, Portland and Hawaiʻi
Alaska Airlines is introducing 13 new nonstop routes beginning next spring, including a range of flights from key hubs in San Diego and Portland. The airline has also added two new destinations to its route map, deepened its commitment to Hawai‘i with additional flights and solidified its role as Santa Rosa-Sonoma’s No. 1 carrier in the heart of California Wine Country.
Kamehameha Schools face legal challenge over long-standing admissions policy
Students for Fair Admissions, a Virginia-based group, filed the lawsuit this week on behalf of two anonymous non-Hawaiian families, arguing that Kamehameha’s “race-based admissions policy is illegal.”
Dark Skies fall upon Pacific Missile Range Facility with mission to protect fledgling ʻaʻo, ʻuaʻu
It might sound ominous, but the effort behind the program with the bleak atmospheric name is anything but, saving fledgling Newell’s shearwaters and Hawaiian petrels from becoming victims of bright artificial light throwing off course on their maiden flights — and possibly lead them to their death.
Astronomers make breakthrough discovery with a new instrument on Subaru Telescope
Astronomers can now see deeper into space than ever before with a new instrument that has been installed on the Subaru Telescope on top of Maunakea.
Splish, splash, they had a blast: County hosts water education festival for Kauaʻi fifth-graders
Project WET empowers educators to engage youth and help them understand water so they can solve local and global challenges.
Youth invited to engage in climate education, discussions and activities
Climate forum and summit at Capitol in Honolulu hope to inspire youth to take action and get involved to help make sure Hawaiʻi can be healthy, safe and affordable in the future.
14 lane closures scheduled during week of Oct. 26-31 on Kaua‘i state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
County of Kauaʻi updates residents on status of refuse stations
The Kapaʻa Station remains closed for renovations until December, although green service has resumed there.
500-plus hands, hearts help restore part of rock wall at 600-year-old Alakoko Fishpond
“To every volunteer, partner and supporter who showed up with aloha and intention, mahalo nui loa. Each stone placed, each meal shared, and each song sung strengthens not just the wall, but the community that surrounds it.” — from a mahalo letter by Mālama Hulē‘ia Executive Director Sara Bowen
Kaua‘i detective named a Hawai‘i TOP COP
Hsu is a veteran investigator with Kaua‘i Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division. He is known for his methodical case work, relentless pursuit of justice and leadership qualities.
‘We were getting approval’: Momoa knew ‘Chief of War’ was going down right path being blessed by special geological event
One of the actor, director and producer’s favorite scenes in the show’s first season is in the finale, when a volcano erupts — and Mauna Loa on the Big Island erupted for the first time in nearly 40 years at the same time they were filming the epic battle.
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Corroded insulator identified as possible cause of utility pole fire in Wailua
Two fire-damaged wooden poles were replaced with composite poles, which are more durable and fire-resistant, but cost about $15,000 each.
Kaua‘i resident pleads guilty to wire fraud and identity theft
Kauaʻi resident Kaiaulani C. Kaiawe pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in a federal court, admitting to a scheme that fraudulently secured $126,026 in pandemic Emergency Rental Assistance.
Aotearoa-bound: Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia depart Rarotonga on open ocean crossing
The traditional double-hulled voyaging canoes departed the Cook Islands the afternoon of Oct. 21 on the next leg of their Moananuiākea Voyage; they will be on the water for the next 2 weeks before making landfall in New Zealand for just the third time in 40 years.
Daytime work scheduled on southbound side of Wailuā Bridge along Kῡhiō Highway
Contraflows will be necessary for road crews to safely complete the work as part of the Wailuā Bridge Repair Project.
