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Maui police said during a press conference Tuesday that had the woman survived the Feb. 1 Pukalani incident, she would have been charged with first-degree attempted murder for threatening officers with a knife.

Saam Fu Chinese Cultural Arts lion dance team invites everyone on the Garden Isle to celebrate and ring in the Chinese New Year at several venues Feb. 7-8 before this weekend’s Big Game.

Surf of up to 12 feet is forecast today for the island’s east coast as a moderate north-northeast swell holds again before gradually diminishing just in time for yet another swell to arrive.

These ‘birds’ were blessed during event that kicks off annual field season, when conservationists head into the Garden Isle’s mountainous terrain for fieldwork aimed at protecting threatened and endangered Hawaiian forest birds.

Big Island volcano roars back into action with lava fountains reaching more than 250 feet at times after newest eruptive activity began just before 10 p.m. the night of Feb. 3. Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continues to closely monitor Kīlauea.

Motorists should make appropriate arrangements, use alternate routes and allow extra time to reach their destinations If they must drive through the work areas. Expect brief and occasional delays. Drive slowly when going through work area.

However, the America’s Health Rankings 2024 Annual Report also found deficiencies, especially when it comes to severe housing problems and insufficient sleep, ranking 50th in both categories.

26-year-old Isaiah Pongasi-Adric of Anahola was taken into custody during a planned operation to apprehend him and faces multiple charges, including a $50,000 probation revocation.

Lane closures can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will your route to live, work or play be impacted? Check it out now.

Forecasters report, however, that surf along northern shorelines will remain slightly elevated.

“We have shared the research that lower ratios literally save lives. Hawai‘i Pacific Health has lower nurse-to-patient ratios in all their O‘ahu hospitals,” said Amy Steward, a Wilcox nurse for more than 17 years and member of the Hawai‘i Nurses Association Wilcox bargaining team. “It’s baffling why they won’t agree to well-researched health policy.”

In light of the groundings, Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation Administrator Meghan Statts reiterated that boat owners and operators should pay attention to weather forecasts, avoid going out in advance of storms and check that their lines are secure in harbors or while tied to moorings.

County departments assess damages, other impacts — including water conservation request for several communities and service disruption in Kīlauea — and Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative continues power restoration efforts.

The shipping company’s sailing schedule was disrupted because of the major winter storm that passed through the state. Barge was originally scheduled to sail Thursday from Honolulu.

Participants were invited to submit a poem in haiku format or art recognizing Hawaiʻi’s volcanic landscapes in the following age divisions: elementary (grades K-5), middle school (grades 6-8), high school and adult. Nearly 60 entries were received, most from kamaʻāina.

Kaua‘i County offers updates on response to major winter storm, preparation tips and more information to keep the community informed.

Walter Dods Jr. RISE Center is an integrated living and learning community, advancing sustainability practices through its design, construction and operations.

Actions were taken by staff, personnel and crew at Hawai‘i’s airports and harbors as well as on its highways to make sure they are ready for impacts from the storm.

Unusually strong winter storm expected to pass just north of Kaua‘i, dragging cold front up through entire state, with tropical moisture and instability provided by strong southerly kona winds.

Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph, with localized gusts of more than 60 mph, are expected with a major winter storm headed toward the islands. Winds are forecast to increase near Kaua‘i this evening into the night.