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High Surf Warning Extended Until Monday Morning
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the high surf warning in effect for portions of Kaua’i and Ni’ihau.
DOH Reports 4,578 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health reported 4,578 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 143,224. Three new fatalities were reported.
High Surf Advisory, Warning Issued for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
High surf conditions are expected for Kaua’i and Ni’ihau starting tonight.
Kauaʿi Police Mourn Death of Off-Duty Officer Who Had COVID
The Kauaʿi Police Department is mourning following the death of one of its own who had COVID-19.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Announces Fatality, 288 New COVID Cases Friday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office on Friday announced a fatality and 288 new cases of COVID-19.
Ige Issues Disaster Declaration for Kauaʻi Landslide
The state will be able to help with relief efforts for families impacted by the Jan. 4 landslide in Waimea following a decision by Gov. David Ige on Friday.
Two Kauaʻi Organizations Awarded Funds to Help Preserve Natural Resources
Two Kauaʻi groups were recently awarded funding in support of programs they are working on to help preserve the island’s natural resources.
2 People Rescued From Disabled Watercraft off Maui
The U.S. Coast Guard and Maui County Fire Department on Thursday rescued two mariners aboard a disabled watercraft off Pe‘ahi, on the north shore of Maui.
Kaua‘i Health Office announces 117 New COVID Cases Tuesday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 117 new COVID cases Tuesday.
Ige Allows Virtual Public Meetings to Continue as COVID Cases Rise
Gov. David Ige last week signed an emergency proclamation temporarily suspending an upcoming provision in the state’s Sunshine Law that would have mandated public meetings accommodate for at least one in-person location.
Portion of Kūhiō Highway Closed; Flood Watch in Effect
The county reports a portion of Kūhiō Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge is closed as a flood watch remains in effect for the majority of the day on Kaua‘i.
State Reports 3,178 New Cases of COVID on Sunday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 3,178 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 118,820. No new fatalities were reported.
Public Safety Update: 7 negative inmate tests at KCC
The latest testing updates received for the correctional facilities were published Monday, Dec. 27.
State Reports 2,205 New COVID Cases Sunday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 2,205 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 102,389. Four fatalities were reported.
UH Helping Improve Ocean Data Access for Indigenous Coastal Communities
Indigenous coastal communities have depended on ocean resources for more than millennia, but climate change is profoundly impacting these communities by creating a more unpredictable ocean.
Libraries to Close in Observance of Christmas and New Year’s
In observance of the upcoming holidays, all of the state’s public libraries and support offices will be closed on Saturday, Christmas Day, Dec. 25, and New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, 2022.
DOH Detects 24 Additional Cases of Omicron Variant
The state Department of Health’s State Laboratories Division detected 24 additional cases of the omicron variant of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, bringing the total number of confirmed omicron cases in Hawai‘i to 74.
Kapa‘a Swimming Pool to Be Closed
A staffing shortage is the culprit behind an upcoming closure of the Kapa‘a swimming pool.
DOH Reminds Public to Celebrate Holidays Safely
The state Department of Health wishes everyone a joyous holiday season and reminds everyone to celebrate safely.
Influx of Travelers Expected to Limit Parking at Hawai‘i Airports During Holidays
The state is expecting an influx of holiday travelers and is warning people that parking at the five main airports throughout the islands will be limited.
