Kauai News
O‘ahu Youth Coach Sentenced for Child Pornography
An O‘ahu man and youth sports coach was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison for child pornography.
Eastbound Lane of Kaumuali‘i Highway in ‘Ele‘ele Now Open
Due to a traffic crash, the eastbound lane of Kaumuali‘i Highway in ‘Ele‘ele near the vicinity of ‘Ele‘ele Big Save had been closed.
Weekly Road Closures: July 16-22
The state Department of Transportation issued its weekly list of road and lane closures for July 16-22. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.
Environmental Lawyers File Suit Against County, DOH for Violating Clean Water Act
An environmental law organization filed a lawsuit on behalf of Nā Kia‘i Kai and Surfrider Foundation against Kaua‘i County and director of the Hawai‘i Department Health for violating the Clean Water Act.
Darby to Bring High Surf, Rain to Big Island as it Passes South
The Big Island’s fight against cancer will continue — tropical storm or not.
The Salvation Army Hanapēpē Corps Seeks Back-to-School Supplies for Keiki
The Salvation Army Hanapēpē is accepting donations by appointment only 10 a.m.-2 p.m, Tuesday-Saturday through July 24.
High Surf Warning Issued for Weekend
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a High Surf Warning for all south-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau, that will take effect starting 6 a.m. Saturday, through 6 a.m. Monday.
Convicted Felon Sentenced to Prison for Firearm Possession During Drug Crime
A convicted felon on Oahu was sentenced to 80 months in prison for firearm possession during a drug crime.
Tropical Storm Warning Issued as Darby Approaches
Darby is now a tropical storm, and despite its weakening trend and forecast track keeping it to the south, the Big Island is likely to still see some impacts. The National Weather Service in Honolulu also issued a tropical storm warning for the state.
Wailua Man dies Following Wednesday Morning Crash
A Wailua man has died following a single-vehicle crash on Kuamo‘o Road in Wailua early Wednesday morning.
Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association Announces New Executive Director
A nonprofit association that partners with six national parks in Hawaiʻi and American Samoa is under new leadership.
Darby Continues to Weaken on Westward Trek South of Big Island
Hurricane Darby is forecast to continue weakening as it makes its westward trek to the south of the Big Island, according to the 5 p.m. advisory from the Central Pacific Hurricane Center on Thursday, July 14.
Watch: Kaua‘i COVID Cases Continue Dropping, But Death Reported
Kaua‘i COVID cases counts, as with the rest of the state, continue to drop.
Alakaʻina Foundation Invests Additional $660K in UH Programs
A Native Hawaiian organization based in Honolulu is investing more in University of Hawaiʻi programs and students.
Update: Power, Water Restored to N. Shore Residents
Electricity and water services have returned to normal operating levels for N. Shore residents
California Visitor Suffers Head Injuries Following Crash on Rented Scooter
A California man was transported to Queen’s Medical Center on Oahu following a single-vehicle crash in Kapa‘a earlier this week that closed the roadway for nearly two hours.
HI-EMA Activates State Emergency Operations Center to Monitor Hurricane Darby
The state is monitoring Hurricane Darby after the now Category 2 and weakening storm crossed into the Central Pacific overnight.
New Line for Help: Dial 988 for Direct Mental Health, Substance Use Crisis Resources
On Saturday, July 16, Hawaiʻi will adopt the national 988-dialing code for direct access to mental health and substance use crisis resources.
KPD Revising Gun Carry Permit in Wake of Supreme Court Decision
The Kaua‘i Police Department stated in a news release Thursday, July 14 that it anticipates the revised firearms application to carry will be available to the public within the next 30 days.
