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The heavy rain has ended and flash flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.

State transportation officials offer tips for air travelers to avoid headaches, whether traveling to Hilo for the 62nd annual Merrie Monarch Festival or other destinations.

Kaua‘i is already pretty soggy after heavy rain and showers moved over the island Thursday, with some areas of the Garden Isle receiving more than 2 inches of rain.

The case is an adult member of the household of the child on Oʻahu who was previously confirmed to be infected April 7 after both recently returned to Hawaiʻi from traveling internationally. The adult is no longer contagious and the child has since fully recovered. No new suspected measles cases have been reported as of April 17.

The event is aimed at providing a secure and responsible way to dispose of prescription or nonprescription medications while raising awareness about the risks of drug misuse and importance of proper storage and disposal.

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports Episode 18 of ongoing summit eruption of the Big Island volcano began at 10:01 p.m. April 16 and was feeding a lava flow that extended down the vent’s spillway and a short distance onto the crater floor.

Kaua‘i County Department of Water is working diligently to acquire the necessary equipment and services to conduct the emergency work to fix the pump station mechanical failure that caused the need for the conservation request.

National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu cancels flood advisory that was in effect until 2 a.m.

TAME Extreme Weather and Wildfires Act introduced in U.S. Senate by Hawai’i Democrat Schatz and Montana Republican Sheehy would use artificial intelligence to better protect communities from increasing toll of extreme weather and wildfires.

Environmental Court’s sufficient finding of final environmental assessment for incompatible insect technique project to control mosquito-born avaian malaria in East Maui, like that started in February on Kauaʻi, affirmed by Intermediate Court of Appeals.

The temporary change is because of scheduled necessary repair work, weather permitting, on the facility’s drainage system to ensure regulatory compliance.

There is some hope, however, as Hawaiʽi lawmakers are considering measures to support the state’s community-based organizations, including increasing funding for some departments and providing emergency funding in case federal support is cut.

The meet is scheduled for April 18 at Island School in Līhu‘e and will feature a variety of events such as sprints, relays, long jump, high jump and shot put.

The new nurses agreement at Wilcox Medical Center includes increased pay and addresses the concerns of nurses about insufficient staffing levels.

Mathew Tusitala was already unresponsive by the time a Kaua‘i Ocean Safety Bureau lifeguard brought him back to shore. An autopsy is pending to determine his exact cause of death.

Wendy Norcross and her husband Frank Wattunen launched their final paddle out today (April 13) into the Hanalei River on their journey to float waters in honor of Norcross’ parents, both of whom died from dementia, while raising awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Kīlauea Bakery & Pizzeria’s Sami Livé says being honored with Surfrider Foundation designation is about doing her restaurant’s part for a healthier planet while serving great food and coffee.

Kaua‘i Police Department is warning Garden Isle residents, especially kūpuna, about the swindle that promises high returns only for the money put in to be stolen instead.

Federal Emergency Management Agency requires plans to be scrutinized at least every 5 years for communitieis to remain eligible for a range of the agency’s programs.

Community members encouraged to complete online survey aimed at gauging public opinion about the 1.33-acre downtown Līhuʻe park and what future projects they’d like to see there.