Kaua‘i News
DOH Reports 888 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 888 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 66,778.
Nearly All State Senate Personnel Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
The Hawaiʻi State Senate reports nearly all of its personnel, which includes senators, employees, volunteers and interns, are fully vaccinated.
Kauaʻi Weekly Lane Closures: Sept. 4-10
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced weekly road and lane closures for Sept. 4-10.
Officials Promise to Enforce COVID Restrictions Going into Holiday Weekend
As the Labor Day weekend begins, state and county officials have pledged to enforce emergency rules related to COVID-19 in an effort to stem the spread of the virus.
Kawakami Establishes Fine Amounts for Individuals, Businesses Breaking COVID Rules
Mayor Derek SK Kawakami issued a new emergency rule establishing fines of $250 for individuals and $500 for businesses and organizers for noncompliance with the State of Hawai‘i’s COVID safety rules.
DOH Reports Nearly 66K COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 865 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 65,890.
Fire Watch Upgraded to Warning, Officials Report
The red flag fire watch has been upgraded to a warning for the leeward areas of Kaua‘i County, the National Weather Service in Honolulu reports.
Coast Guard Rescues 2 Kayakers Off Maui Waters
Two kayakers in distress were rescued off Maui waters Thursday, Sept. 2.
Fire Weather Watch Issued for Leeward Areas of Kauaʻi
The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Weather Watch for the leeward areas of Kaua‘i County that goes into effect Sept. 3, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Ige Pleads With Hawaiʻi Residents to Stem Spread of COVID Over Labor Day Weekend
With the upcoming Labor Day weekend, Gov. David Ige is asking residents to be responsible as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to climb statewide.
Kaua‘i COVID-19 Death Toll Rises to 8
The COVID-19 pandemic has claimed the life of yet another Kaua‘i resident bringing the death toll up to eight as of Wednesday, Sept. 1.
KCCC Escapee Turns Himself In
A pre-trial inmate who escaped from the Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center earlier this week has turned himself in.
DOH Reports Over 1K New Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 1,068 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 65,025.
Free Pop-Up, Mobile Van Vaccine Clinics Scheduled Islandwide
More free pop-up and mobile van vaccine clinics are open to everyone aged 12 and older.
Coast Guard, Partners Begin Enforcement Operation Targeting Illegal Charters
The US Coast Guard and National Ocean Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of Law Enforcement partners are working together to curtail illegal boat charters within the Hawaiian Islands throughout the month of September.
Potential Parolees Required to be Vaccinated Prior to Release
The Hawaiʻi Paroling Authority (HPA) will now require eligible inmates to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their release on parole, effective immediately.
DOW Reminds Public of Utility Assistance as Delinquent Accounts Total $193K
With over 200 delinquent accounts, the Department of Water (DOW) is reminding qualified customers to apply for utility payment assistance.
KPD Captain Files Lawsuit Against Police Chief Over Discrimination Claims
A Kauaʻi police captain is suing the police chief over claims he was denied a promotion because of his race.
DOH Reports 455 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 455 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 63,957.
Pre-trial Inmate Escapes from KCCC
A pre-trial inmate escaped from the Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center overnight.
