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Surfrider Kaua‘i releases January water quality test results
The Surfrider Foundation has revealed that most of Kaua‘i’s streams are polluted with human wastes from cesspools.
55-foot vessel’s hull intact after running aground at Maui harbor
Three crew members were aboard at the time of the incident at Māʻalaea Harbor. The U.S. Coast Guard continues to monitor the situation.
State of State: Gov. Green continues commitment to Maui wildfire recovery and affordable living for Hawai‘i residents
Despite the tragedy on Maui, Green said the state came together to support each other. As a result, he reports that the state of Hawai‘i is strong.
Macy’s Department Store burglarized; over $20,000 in jewelry stolen
On Jan. 22, officers were dispatched for a glass break alarm at Macy’s Department Store in Kukui Grove Shopping Center.
Scientific first: Researchers find traces of disease in dolphin poop
Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi Health and Stranding Lab have successfully detected Fraser’s morbillivirus, which can cause respiratory and neurological disease, in the feces of a dolphin.
KPD rolls out new online verification form for firearm instructors
The application was created as an interim measure to implement the recent changes in the Hawaiʻi Revised Statutes regarding firearm instructor verification.
Kaua‘i supports disaster-proof domes at debut public meeting; organizers want concept to go statewide and beyond
The proposed Kaua‘i Resilience Center addresses what organizers say is a dire lack of emergency infrastructure.
Keola DeCosta arrested following traffic crash; man killed, woman hospitalized
According to a preliminary investigation, DeCosta rear ended a 2014 Hyundai Accent on Po‘ipū Road fronting Kiahuna Shopping Center.
Suspect arrested following threats made against Kaua‘i County Council member Billy DeCosta
67-year-old Glenn Gruenhagen of Līhu‘e was arrested for first-degree terroristic threatening and harassment.
Update: High surf advisory now in effect through Wednesday morning
3:49 a.m. Jan. 22 update: A high surf advisory is now in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday. Surf of 12 to 16 feet along north and west facing shores of Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i is expected. Surf will slowly ease today, then trend back up tonight through Tuesday night. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will […]
Kaua‘i Climate Action Coalition invites you to replant native forest on South Shore
Volunteers should gather at Anne Knudsen Park in Kōloa, where car-pooling will take place.
Have an extra pair of glasses or hear aid lying around? Donate to the Lions Clubs on Kaua‘i
The members will be spread out across the island at the following locations: Kong Lung Center Kīlauea, Big Save Kapa‘a, Walmart, Longs Kukui Grove, Big Save ‘Ele‘ele.
Kaua‘i politician threatened, prompting heightened security, multiple investigations
Council member Billy DeCosta discovered an anonymous threat inside the Historic County Building on Jan. 16.
Portion of Kaumualiʻi Highway still closed after SUV crashes into utility pole Thursday morning
The vehicle veered off the highway, striking the utility pole, which fell and struck another passing vehicle. Repairs are ongoing and it could be several hours before the highway is completely reopened.
Update: High surf advisory for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau is canceled
The surf has fallen below advisory levels.
Feds start work to update food stamp benefits in Hawai‘i to reflect high food costs
On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture began seeking information from Hawai‘i stakeholders about food costs and how SNAP can better serve the state’s communities. Information gathering will continue through March 4.
State continues land transfers in effort to protect Hawai‘i’s agriculture, natural resources
A total of 24,200 thousand acres of agricultural lands have been approved and transferred thus far. In October of last year, the Hawai‘i Board of Agriculture accepted 99 more parcels on the list, encompassing 21,672 acres, which still requires the review and approval of the Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources.
New year, new hires: KPD welcomes its largest recruit class since pre-COVID
In addition to the new recruits, KPD also welcomes two Public Safety Workers, one Criminalist and a Public Information Officer to its ‘ohana.
Anaina Hou Community Park wants to build disaster-proof domes; learn more Friday
The domes – capable of withstanding category five hurricanes – would serve as community resources outside of natural disasters.
Hawai‘i students urge visitors, kama‘āina to ‘pledge’ to a better future
Pledge to Our Keiki is designed to amplify the voices of Hawaiʻi students, focusing collective efforts on community needs.
