Hawai‘i News
Guided Astronomy and Hiking Tour applications sought for Haleakalā National Park
Haleakalā National Park is now accepting applications for commercial guided astronomy and hiking tours to be conducted in the park under Commercial Use Authorizations (CUAs).
Mauna Loa’s recent seismic activity making some on Big Island nervous about an eruption
The world’s largest active volcano has not erupted since 1984 and is long overdue for lava to spew.
Jacks and barracuda help control invasive species in Hawaiian fishpond on Oʻahu
Traditional fishponds, called loko iʻa, were once common across coastal areas of the Hawaiian Islands and provided a sustainable source of food.
COVID weekly update: 66 new infections reported on Garden Isle
The state Department of Health reported 2,211 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Oct. 19, bringing the statewide total to 360,490.
Worst-case scenario: Research finds 50% of world’s coral reefs face death by 2035
By 2055, it is projected almost all of the world’s coral reefs, or 99%, will face unsuitable environmental conditions.
Firefighters respond to structure fire in Waipouli
No injuries were reported following a fire Friday at a Waipouli condominium complex.
Kaua‘i Independent Food Bank holiday food drive kicks off in November
A Kaua‘i food bank wants to make the holidays brighter — and fill tables — for people in need.
Explanation available online for proposed charter amendments on 2022 general election ballot
The 2022 general election is just a few weeks away and Kaua‘i voters will have the chance to weigh in on several proposed changes to the county charter.
National Weather Service extends high surf advisory for north-facing shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a high surf advisory through this evening for portions of the Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
Officials advise no swimming, snorkeling because of high surf conditions
Safety officials are asking swimmers and snorkelers to take a break at some of the island’s shores because of dangerous ocean conditions.
Breaking: No tsunami threat from 5.0 earthquake that rocked Big Island
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake that rocked the southeastern flank of Mauna Loa on the Big Island at 9:07 a.m. Friday, but no tsunami is expected, according to the National Weather Service’s Pacific Tsunami Warning Center in Honolulu.
More lane closures scheduled in Kapa‘a
Construction of a new roundabout in Kapa‘a will again require portions of three roadways to be closed.
Water Department upgrading meter tech islandwide
The Department of Water is transitioning to advanced water meter technology for its more than 24,000 customer accounts as part of a meter replacement program.
Get crafty: Blankets, quilts, plants, food and more up for grabs at Senior Center Craft Fair
There will be crafted items and homemade food for just about everyone — and maybe even a few Christmas gift ideas — during an upcoming event in Līhu‘e.
IRS reminding more than 9M people they could be eligible for key tax credits
The Internal Revenue Service is sending special reminder letters to more than 9 million people who still could be eligible for a variety of key tax benefits.
Search suspended for missing swimmer
The 19-year-old American Samoa resident who went missing this past weekend while swimming at a Kaua‘i beach has become the island’s 11th drowning victim of 2022.
Decomposed body discovered in Big Island home
Police think foul play could be involved in the death of a male victim whose badly decomposing body was discovered Tuesday afternoon at a Puna home on the Big Island.
Search for missing swimmer to continue
The search for a missing 19-year-old swimmer on Kaua‘i’s North Shore will continue for a fourth day.
National Weather Service issues flood advisory for Kaua‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory for Kaua‘i until 4:15 p.m. today.
