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Update: Big Island quake downgraded to magnitude 5.7

According to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the earthquake had no apparent impact on either Mauna Loa or Kīlauea volcanoes

Super Bowl not your style? Soak up the sun, save an ancient Kaua‘i fishpond this Sunday

During a typical Loko I‘a Workday, volunteers remove invasive weeds and otherwise restore Nōmilu fishpond before enjoying a provided lunch.

Several passengers and crew members fall ill on cruise ship set to dock in Honolulu

The illnesses appear to have occurred during the ship’s voyage between Florida and San Francisco from Jan. 22 to Feb. 6.

Six months have passed since the deadly Maui wildfires; Gov. Green provides update

Gov. Josh Green, M.D., and Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen join SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, and other government agencies highlighted progress made over the past six months, current efforts, and the path forward for Maui’s recovery.

Bill to lower blood alcohol content threshold advances after clearing House committee

The decision comes after the committee received testimony – written and oral – in overwhelming support of HB1935earlier this week.

Wanted Kaua‘i man found on Maui

The 42-year-old was sought by the Kaua‘i Police Department on a $250,000 warrant.

Update: High surf advisory for Kaua‘i’s east-facing shores is canceled

According to the advisory, surf is 7 to 10 feet high.

Founder of Kaua‘i’s Rescue Tube Foundation honored by state lawmakers

Marking the first House honoree of the 2024 General Session, members of the Kauaʻi delegation delivered floor remarks and presented the recipient with a certificate and lei in recognition of their outstanding service to the community.

Kaua‘i County releases list of verified firearm instructors

After KPD announced a new paperless application for firearm instructors last month, six instructors have been verified to provide the necessary training needed to obtain a license to carry a firearm or permit to acquire a firearm.

Comments for proposed affordable housing development in Puhi accepted until Feb. 21

This proposed housing development would include up to 60 multi-family affordable units as well as include a planned education center on County-owned land in Puhi.

Kaua‘i County officials hold groundbreaking for Puhi Road Rehabilitation Project 

This phase of the project will continue the improvements from Kaneka Street to Haleukana Street.

Kekaha woman arrested in connection to 3-car crash on Kaumuali‘i Highway

Kaumuali‘i Highway was closed for approximately one and a half hours while police worked to investigate the scene and clear the roadway.

Kaua‘i nonprofit to host online auction to raise funds for North Shore community

North Shore Give, founded in 2012, launched a new online auction site, northshoregive.org, that goes live on Wednesday.

Update: High surf advisory extended for east-facing shores of Kaua‘i

Surf is expected to reach heights of 7 to 10 feet.

Kaua‘i Elections Division offering 2024 candidate nomination and filing services

Prospective candidates can file nomination papers at any time during regular office hours but are encouraged to schedule an appointment to ensure prompt and timely service.

Lawmakers to discuss adding funding to University Hawai‘i budget to expand a scholarship program

Lawmakers are looking to add $19 million to the University of Hawai‘i’s annual budget to fund the expansion of a community college scholarship to university students at Mānoa, Hilo and West O‘ahu.

Coaches meeting for Kaua‘i Mayor’s Youth Track Meet scheduled Wednesday

All elementary, middle and home school coaches planning to enter their young athletes in the Mayor’s Youth Track Meet are invited to attend.

Līhu‘e man arrested for assault following incident in Hōʻike Kaua‘i Community Television parking lot

33-year-old Joshua Thomas remains in custody at the police cellblock in Līhu‘e. His bail is set at $5,000.

Missing sailing vessel Malulani arrives in Hawai‘i

The vessel Malulani is a 32-foot sloop that departed Long Beach, California, Dec. 28 enroute to O’ahu with a planned arrival date of Jan. 18.

Anahola death-related case now a homicide investigation

The identity of the decedent has not been released at this time as the case remains under investigation.
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