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Kauaʻi Police Department announces free car seat safety checks in June

Most parents and caregivers think they know how to install car seats correctly, but National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found about half — or 46% — installed their child’s car seat incorrectly.

Big Island quake off east coast unrelated to, but similar in origin as May 22, June 2 temblors

Magnitude-4.7 about 14 miles east of Pāpa‘ikou was also likely related to stress from the weight of the island bending the Pacific plate; light shaking was reported, with no damage expected.

Friends mourn Sergio ‘Tito’ Reyes, who was murdered after his shift at Mexican restaurant in Hanalei

They remember the 37-year-old chef as a person who loved cars, DJing, arts, the beach, his job, his friends and his family, whom he regularly sent money to in Guatemala.

Garden Isle’s newest resort Hale Hōkūala Kaua‘i, Curio Collection by Hilton, now accepting reservations

Curio Collection by Hilton’s first Hawai‘i property unveils look at resort’s rooms ahead of opening in October.

Hawai‘i’s construction market records fast start in first quarter 2026

However, a significant decrease in single-family and multi-family housing activity raises concern.

Kauaʻi police thank community, partner agencies for support during manhunt for murder suspect

“The collaboration between agencies and the support of the community were essential to bringing this incident to a peaceful resolution,” said a statement Tuesday evening, June 9, from Kauaʻi Police Department.

4th annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference focuses on turning local food ideas into market-ready products

The event Tuesday, June 23, at Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort on Oʻahu will bring together Hawaiʻi farmers, value-added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply chain partners and resource providers for a full-day of discussions about food innovation.

Delivering aloha: Salvation Army makes special sweet deliveries on National Donut Day

The Līhuʻe and Hanapēpē Corps, along with Island Craves Kauaʻi, in anticipation of the annual observance traditionally on the first Friday in June, treated staff and employees of Kauaʻi County and elsewhere May 12 and June 1, celebrating public servants who are making a positive difference in their communities.

Education in brief for June 7: New Mānoa chancellor, HCC chancellor to retire, Hammatt honored

Brief looks at education news from throughout the islands.

Getting up to SPEED: New task force continues work to streamline permitting process

New permitted interaction working groups will focus on water and wells, district boundary amendments and building codes.

Hawaiʻi expands Family Leave Law with governor’s signature of Act 13

Military-related urgent needs now qualify for leave with Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green’s signature of Act 13.

State reassures residents Medicaid benefits, services not impacted by suspension of Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit funding

Hawaiʻi receives about $3 million per year from the federal government to fund the Hawaiʻi Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, which is mandated by federal law to fight Medicaid fraud and protect patients from abuse and neglect; unfortunately, federal officials say the Hawaiʻi unit falls short of expectations and has for many years.

All roads reopen in Kīlauea, residents allowed to return homes after nearly 10 hours of police activity

People reported on ‘Coconut Wireless’ about what they heard or even saw happened throughout the day Saturday, June 6, in the area of Kīlauea Road, between Kolo Road and Kaikala Street.

Governor to travel out of state June 8-23 for time with family

Green will retain executive authority while traveling and remain in regular contact with state leadership and his Cabinet members; Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan will oversee day-to-day government operations in the state and serve as acting governor during Green’s trip.

News in brief for June 6: Hawaiian barbecue in Texas, recalled cheese bread, free car and a fast track

A quick look at news from throughout the islands.

University of Hawaiʻi Pacific Summer Transportation Education Program accepting students for 2026

Participating high school students will be introduced to science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, skills through the lens of urban and regional planning with a goal of fueling their higher education choices and perhaps interest in transportation-related careers.

Several lane closures scheduled through June 12 on state roadways around Kaua‘i

There will be no contraflow or lane closures, unless otherwise permitted, on June 11 in observance of Kamehameha Day; remember, schedules can change at anytime with little to no notice and all work is weather permitting.

Lane closures scheduled through June 10 on Momi, Kahalou streets in Kīlauea

The traffic changes are necessary to accommodate Public Works Roads Division crews to complete road resurfacing work and ensure the safety of those crews while they are working.

Governor preps for wildfire season with emergency proclamation authorizing Year 2 of Operation Hoʻopauahi

Hawaiʻi Department of Defense Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan will use that authorization to keep aircrews and other Hawaiʻi National Guard resources ready to provide assistance to county and state firefighters — when needed — to fight wildfires when they ignite.

$46 million in federal funds for Native Hawaiian Education Program will be extended another year

Extension guarantees more than 60 Native Hawaiian Education Program early childhood education grant recipients throughout the state fully funded for at least another year.
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