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Brown water advisories lifted for Hanalei Bay, Waiʻoli Beach on Kauaʻi
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health has lifted the brown water advisories for Hanalei Bay and Waiʻoli Beach following improved water conditions.
Hawaiʻi food vendor livestreaming when deadly shooting breaks out at ‘Bite of Seattle’
Tragedy struck the Bite of Seattle food festival when gunfire erupted, with vendor Christopher Monterroso of Hawaiian Honey Cones unexpectedly capturing the chaos as festivalgoers fleeing in terror that happened as he was livestreaming for his business.
Hiker visiting from Washington State suffers apparent ankle injury on Kaua‘i trail
The 40-year-old was airlifted from the area and transported to a local hospital.
Full-scale, multiagency emergency response exercise scheduled for Nāwiliwili Harbor next Thursday
The exercise is part of a training series aimed at enhancing preparedness for emergencies, which is set for Saturday, July 25 to Friday, July 31.
First hurricane of the season churns toward Hawai‘i
Hurricane Fausto is moving toward the west near 13 mph, with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph.
North Shore Give to host free virtual emergency preparedness forum as hurricane season continues
Residents can improve their emergency readiness now by joining the free online forum hosted by North Shore Give.
Kalena Park basketball, pickleball courts closed for tree planting
Kalena Park’s basketball and pickleball courts will be temporarily closed on Wednesday while county crews plant new trees along Rice Street’s rock wall to improve the park’s landscape.
Brown water advisory issued for Waioli Beach on Kauaʻi
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health has issued a crucial brown water advisory for Kauaʻi’s Waiʻoli Beach, advising the public to avoid contact with murky waters.
Department of Water plans repairs, intermittent outages along upper Kuamoʻo Road
Residents of Wailua Homesteads near Kuamoʻo Road can expect water disruptions as essential repairs are conducted on a local water tank.
Kauaʻi Housing Agency to host free first-time homebuyer education event July 30
The event, with a theme “Homeownership Starts with Education,” will help prospective homebuyers better understand the steps involved in purchasing a home while connecting them with local housing professionals and resources.
No injuries reported following brush fire near Hanamāʻulu Beach Park
There were no threats reported to nearby structures.
Green Fee funding available for community-based projects to protect Hawai‘i’s forests, watersheds, wetlands
Funding for these projects is coming from the newly created Green Fee, established in 2025, to support Hawai‘i’s environmental stewardship.
Summer horsemanship camp, Poop Drop Fundraiser at Healing Horses Kauaʻi
Healing Horses Kauaʻi welcomes children to participate in its exciting 2026 summer horsemanship and riding camps, featuring interactive horseback riding lessons.
Ballot packets for 2026 Primary Election mailed out to Kaua‘i voters
Ballot packets are only mailed to active voters.
Public reminded to only cross Kūhiō Highway in marked crosswalks
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation installed “No Pedestrian Crossing” and “Use Crosswalk” signs fronting Kountry Kitchen in Kapa‘a.
Visitor from Virginia rescued off popular Kaua‘i trail after suffering apparent knee injury
The hiker was reportedly injured on the Kalalau Trail near the 1.5-mile marker.
Anaina Hou hosts upcycling camp focused on beach cleanup and creativity
Experience the transformation of marine debris into art and music at the Kani Ka ʻOpala Summer Camp, organized by Anaina Hou Community Park in collaboration with the Surfrider Foundation Kauaʻi chapter.
Kauaʻi seeks state assistance as Waimea River mouth shifts towards homes
Kauaʻi County urgently seeks technical assistance because the Waimea River’s sudden westward shift threatens nearby homes and properties.
Learn how to properly install a children’s car seat during free safety check events on Kaua‘i
The safety events are an opportunity to have a one-on-one learning experience and become confident that your child’s seat is installed correctly.
Kīlauea community says it has ‘lost trust’ in Kauaʻi police after lack of action resulted in deadly shooting
New Kauaʻi Police Chief Rudy Tai and members of the criminal justice system attended a public meeting Tuesday to explain their actions and hear concerns involving a homicide, attempted homicide and 2-day manhunt of William “Billy” Sinclair.
