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Kaua’i driver arrested following Hanamā‘ulu pedestrian fatality
A fatal hit-and-run on Kūhiō Highway has prompted Kaua’i police to investigate the tragic death of Alfred Lopes, who died from his injuries on Sept. 28.
Leadership changes at Alaska Air Group reflect its plan for the future
Leadership changes at Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air reflects its plan to become a single mainline operating carrier this year.
Scheduled Kaua‘i lane closures on state roadways for Sept. 29 to Oct. 3
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.
University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa leads global ‘Noah’s Ark’ to safeguard coral reefs
A global alliance is aiming to prevent coral extinction and preserve genetic diversity of coral against climate change through a worldwide network of biorepositories.
Small businesses on Kauaʻi can take part in Federal Reserve’s 2025 credit survey
The annual survey, which is open through Nov. 14, gathers insights into how small businesses seek financing and the challenges they face.
Two searches offshore of Kauaʻi for two missing men suspended on Saturday
The searches were for Kyle Barrett, 37, and Bryson Higashi, 44, who both went missing on Tuesday from two locations.
Six Kauaʻi police officers honored as Employees of the Month for September
The officers in the Kaua‘i Police Department’s Community Engagement Section were recognized leadership of the K-PAL Flag Football Program, the relaunch of the Junior Police Academy, and the fourth annual Touch-A-Truck event.
Flags to fly at half-staff for victims of a shooting at a Michigan church this morning
A shooting in Grand Blanc, Michigan resulted in at least 2 two deaths and eight injuries, prompting Gov. Josh Green to order U.S. and Hawaiʻi flags to half-staff from Monday morning to Wednesday night.
New online portal securely opens access to immunization records
New online public portal, provides an immediate, free and secure way for families and individuals to manage immunization records for situations in school, work and travel.
Free service helps Hawaiʻi residents recover nearly $6 million in life insurance this year
The Life Insurance Policy Locator is an easier process for loved ones and beneficiaries to find life insurance policies during an often stressful or emotional time.
Decades after their deaths in WWII, U.S. Army posthumously commissions 2 Nisei soldiers from Kauaʻi
The seven men, who were killed in action in Europe during World War II while serving in the famed 100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team, were denied commissions at the time because of wartime prejudice.
UHERO Forecast: Federal cuts to social safety net will affect tens of thousands of people in Hawaiʻi
The Kaiser Family Foundation projects that 41,000 Hawaiʻi residents will lose Medicaid benefits due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Kauiʻi Island Utility Cooperative to bolster customer support services after hours
Beginning Oct. 1, Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative’s members will benefit from additional customer support when reporting outages after-hours.
Kauaʻi Humane Society waives adoption fees for dogs, cats this weekend, next month
The Kauaʻi Humane Society is battling an overflow of 363 animals and is waiving adoption fees today and tomorrow, with additional fee-free adoption days from October 5-12.
Two food products in Hawaiʻi stores affected by nationwide recall
A nationwide recall of Southwind Foods’ frozen shrimp and Sprout Organics’ Sweet Potato Apple and Spinach pouches due to possible contamination affects products in Hawaiʻi stores.
Kauaʻi Gold Volunteers honored with proclamation and awards
Kūʻkūi Grove Center buzzed with community spirit as the Kauaʻi Retired and Senior Volunteer Program celebrated five exceptional Gold Volunteers for contributing more than 500 hours of service.
Volcano Watch: Lava, logs and loose cows; the wild job of HVO technicians
Braving Hawai’i’s dramatic landscapes and unpredictable weather, the dedicated technicians at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory overcome formidable challenges to maintain critical monitoring systems essential for safeguarding island communities.
Kaua’i set to kick-off Fire Prevention Week with interactive, educational opportunities
The family-friendly kickoff of the 2025 Fire Prevention Week will feature insights on preventing home and wildland fires as well as fun, hands-on education opportunities.
U.S. Coast Guard, local agencies continue to search for two missing men in waters off Kauaʻi
Bryson Higashi was last seen Tuesday in Hanalie, while Kyle Barrett was last seen Tuesday in Princeville.
Update: Flood advisory cancelled for Kauaʻi
At 5:25 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain over west and north Kauai.
