Kaua‘i News
Maunakea Management Authority Bill Passes Committee, Heads to Senate Floor for Final Vote
In a decision-making meeting today, the Senate Committee on Ways and Means voted to pass a measure that would establish the Mauna a Wākea stewardship authority as the sole authority for management of state-managed lands on Mauna a Wākea.
Point-In-Time Count Reveals Total of 444 Homeless People on Kaua‘i
An annual gauge of homelessness found there are more than 400 homeless people on the island.
State Reports Uptick in Phishing Schemes Related to Unemployment Claims
The state is warning residents about an increase in fraudulent schemes targeting those filing for unemployment benefits.
County Moves Weekly Video Briefings to Thursdays
Kaua’i County is rescheduling its weekly video briefings so residents can get the latest and most up-to-date COVID-19 information.
Waimea Man Arrested for Violating Conditions of Parole
A Waimea man who tried to skip town is back behind bars, being detained on a warrant issued by the Hawaiʽi Paroling Authority.
UH Part of Consortium to Manage National Water Hazards, Resources
The University of Hawaiʻi is now part of a team of hydrologic researchers throughout the United States and Canada, whose mission is to help the nation get water and weather ready.
Lane Closures Scheduled Next Week on Some Island Roadways
The county Department of Public Works is informing the public about lane closures planned for or beginning next week on some island roadways.
Senate Votes to Confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson to Supreme Court
The U.S. Senate made history when they confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court by a vote of 53-47.
HIDOE Announces 2022 Graduation Days
Public high school graduation ceremonies have been scheduled for the Class of 2022.
Election Notifications Hit the Mail this Week
The 2022 election notification postcards were mailed today and should begin arriving over the next several days, the county of Kaua‘i announced on Wednesday.
Update: Runaways Returned Home, Police Confirm
The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) is asking for the public’s help in locating three juvenile runaways ̶ Laryah Maloney, 15, of Kōloa, Zipporah Ceda, 15, of Kōloa, and Jayden Bernardo, 15, of Hanamāʿulu.
Overnight Water Service Shutdown Scheduled in Kapaʻa
An overnight water service shutdown is scheduled to allow contractor, Grace Pacific, LLC to conduct valve relocation work.
Road Resurfacing Work Scheduled in Kalāheo
Portions of Lolo Road, Niho Road, Nanakai Road, and Waha Road in Kalāheo will be closed through April 14 on weekdays, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weather permitting.
Weekly COVID Update: 1,194 New COVID Cases Identified Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 1,194 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, April 6, bringing the statewide total to 241,972.
Minimum Wage Bill Heads to Senate Floor for Final Vote
The Senate Committee on Ways and Means passed a bill unamended that would raise the minimum wage bill to $18 by 2026.
KPD Joint Task Force with U.S. Marshals Yields 3 Arrests
Two major police operations occurred last week on Kauaʿi.
$3.6M in Federal Funds to Help Lower Energy Costs for Working Families
New weatherization assistance funding from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will be coming to Hawai‘i to help low-income households with their energy costs.
Delicate Balance of Coral Reef Processes Creates Management Challenges
Research by an international team, including members from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, shows there needs to be drastic changes made to the way coral reef restoration is approached.
Students Have Chance to Name Lunar Camera
A Hawaiʻi nonprofit is giving students throughout the islands the chance to make their mark on the moon.
