Kaua‘i News

According to an 5 p.m. update from the National Hurricane Center, a high surf warning has been extended for Kauaʻi until 6 a.m. Wednesday with large breaking waves of 10 to 15 feet on all east facing shores.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees issued a statement on Thursday, standing in solidarity with Kamehameha Schools amid a challenge from Virginia-based group “Students for Fair Admissions.”

Before “American Idol” hopefuls get a chance to showcase their pipes for celebrity judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood, they must first impress the show’s producers.

Dick Fiske, who died on June 18 as he neared his 93rd birthday, was one of the most original thinkers ever at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

The new 44-foot boat will serve as a floating classroom for the Sea Scouts, a co-ed program that trains young adults in seamanship, citizenship and leadership.

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.

Speed appears to be a contributing factor in the crash, though the precise cause remains under investigation.

David Borges of Kōloa was sentenced in federal court to 352 months in prison for years of extortion, drug trafficking, and firearm charges.

A single tree can produce 200 or more fruit per season, making it one of the most prolific food trees in the world, thus a logical candidate to help relieve hunger in many areas around the world.

The disaster emergency relief period will commence immediately and continue through Sept. 19, unless extended or terminated earlier.

DMV staff continue to work closely with its vendors to restore full functionality as quickly as possible and anticipate that identification cards will become available on Sept. 10.

Swells generated by Hurricane Kiko are forecast to peak along east-facing shores of the Hawaiian Islands late Monday through midweek, potentially producing life-threatening surf and rip currents.

Mount Waiʻaleʻale recorded its driest August since 2003 while still topping the state’s totals at 12.73 inches—only 37% of the average.

With Hurricane Kiko on the path to Hawaiʻi, Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency reminds residents to prepare for all emergencies ahead of time.

Major closures will impact traffic on the Wailua bridges as the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation undertakes essential repair work from September 8 to 15.

The community’s input will help inform the development of Kaua‘i’s Destination Management Action Plan with Hawai‘i Tourism Authority.

A new study reveals a wide variety of approaches across the US for establishing building elevation guidelines that account for future sea level rise, highlighting a need for more standardized methods.

Virtual Financial Aid Workshops will be held via Zoom on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. till Oct. 1.

Kiko quickly re-intensified into a Category 4 hurricane as it continues its approach to the Hawaiian Islands.

A message on the brewery’s website said: “After much thought and with heavy hearts, we have made the difficult decision to close our restaurant until further notice.”