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Kekaha Landfill to close early Dec. 15

December 6, 2023 · 7:10 PM UTC
The early closure is needed to accommodate a community event. Regular landfill hours will resume Dec. 18.

Update: Missing Princeville woman found

December 3, 2023 · 2:20 AM UTC
Alice Ann Deberry, 80, was reported missing at 10:30 a.m. Saturday.

Update: High surf advisory extended for north and west shorelines of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau

December 2, 2023 · 8:28 PM UTC
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, 15- to 20-foot surf along north-facing shores is expected with 10- to 14-foot surf along west-facing shores.

Ōma‘o man dies following traffic crash on Kaumuali‘i Highway

December 1, 2023 · 2:39 AM UTC
Police identified the man as 66-year-old Nathan Louis.

Kekaha landfill closed until further notice

November 28, 2023 · 7:27 PM UTC
The closure is because of inclement weather and flooding. The public will be updated as to when the landfill reopens.

Update: High surf advisory extended for north- and west-facing shorelines of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau

November 24, 2023 · 4:11 AM UTC
Surf of 18 to 24 feet is expected this evening, lowering to 12 to 16 feet by Sunday.

Hawaiʻi homeowners urged to help house thousands of families still displaced by Maui wildfires

November 21, 2023 · 8:13 PM UTC
While more than 500 families who lost their homes in the devastating Aug. 8 blazes have been placed, but thousands of displaced families are still languishing in temporary shelters

Supporting the search for alien life by exploring geologic faulting on icy moons

November 16, 2023 · 3:00 PM UTC
Researchers are interested in features called strike-slip faults on these moons because they can facilitate the exchange of surface and subsurface materials, potentially creating environments conducive for life

Kaua‘i police seek armed and dangerous robbery, auto theft suspect

November 16, 2023 · 3:33 AM UTC
Sateki Nisa, 27, of Pāhoa on the Big Island is 6-foot-1 and 240 pounds. The public is advised not to approach him.

Update: Red flag warning canceled for leeward portions of Kaua‘i

November 14, 2023 · 5:57 PM UTC
A drier air mass will move over the islands by this afternoon, increasing fire risk because of strong and gusty trade winds

Volcano Watch: What’s shaking beneath the Big Island’s Mauna Loa?

November 10, 2023 · 3:00 PM UTC
It’s hard to believe that nearly one year has passed since Mauna Loa last erupted. But a small increase in seismic activity in late October 2023 reminds us that the volcano remains active.

KIUC, Redwood Materials partner to decommission, recycle Anahola substation battery storage system

November 7, 2023 · 7:12 PM UTC
The Anahola battery energy storage system was commissioned in 2015 as part of the cooperative’s Anahola solar project.

Lane closures scheduled to begin this month for Olohena Road

November 7, 2023 · 6:16 PM UTC
The single-lane closures in each direction, with alternating traffic, will be in effect from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays beginning Nov. 14 and will last through April 14, 2024, weather permitting.

Online forum to address food sustainability Wednesday

November 5, 2023 · 9:44 PM UTC
Titled “Towards a Fair and Sustainable Food System for Hawaiʻi,” the event will feature individuals and organizations working to shift our local food system using a variety of tools and practices.

Red flag warning goes into effect today for leeward portions of Kaua‘i

November 5, 2023 · 11:00 AM UTC
The combination of strong trade winds, low relative humidity and dry fuel sources will contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Minor coastal flooding possible for shorelines around Kaua‘i

October 31, 2023 · 6:26 PM UTC
Elevated water levels could linger on Kaua‘i during the morning high tide cycles through the end of the work week.

Governing body of Hawai‘i Democratic Party making leadership changes ahead of 2024

October 29, 2023 · 2:30 AM UTC
Party Chairperson Dennis Jung was removed by the party’s governing body Saturday as challenges in fundraising and filling important party officer vacancies caused a lack of confidence in the party’s direction

Transportation agency accepting applications for its Kaua‘i Bus Pass Outreach Program

October 26, 2023 · 7:49 PM UTC
The intent of the Kaua‘i Bus Pass Outreach Program is to provide free or discounted bus passes to those with transportation needs through eligible non-profit organizations.

Brown water advisory also issued for portions of west Kaua‘i

October 24, 2023 · 7:35 PM UTC
Heavy rain has caused stormwater runoff to enter coastal waters from Hanapēpē to Polihale.

Update: brown water advisory canceled at Kaua‘i’s Nāwiliwili Bay

October 24, 2023 · 6:43 PM UTC
Heavy rain has caused stormwater runoff to enter coastal waters of the bay. If the water is brown, stay out.
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