Community Brown water advisory canceled for most of Kauaʻi, remains in effect for Lydgate and…
Hawai‘i News Gov. Josh Green appoints circuit court judges on Kaua‘i and Maui
Kauaʻi swears in Rudy Tai as new police chief
With more than 35 years of experience and a clear vision to strengthen community relationships and boost department morale, Rudy Tai has been ceremonially sworn in as Kauaʻi’s new chief of police. March 31, 2026 · 05:00am
Brown water advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of the water when the water appears brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.Hawai‘i News $1.5M in funding now available for wildfire mitigation projects across Hawai‘i
Kaua‘i News County of Kauaʻi to close offices, facilities this Friday
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New legislation aimed at preventing youth suicide co-introduced by Schatz
‘North Shore is a resilient community’: Haleʻiwa moves forward after the…
Response to impacts from kona lows continues by Hawai‘i Department of Health
Final event of Sanctuary Ocean Count, Great Whale Count of 2026 koholā season in books
Learn how to help endangered waterbirds at family-friendly event celebrating ʻalae ʻula
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4 nominated for vacant judge post in 5th Circuit Court on Kauaʻi
Community presentations about healthy aging programs scheduled in Anahola
14 lane closures scheduled during week of March 28-April 3 on Kaua‘i state roadways
Scrap metal bin relocated at Kekaha Landfill; county reminds residents about recycling…
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Kaua‘i News
Brown water advisory canceled for most of Kauaʻi, remains in effect for Lydgate and Wailua Beach
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health warns that storm runoff is causing new contamination risks in the area between Lydgate Beach and Wailua Beach.
Gov. Josh Green appoints circuit court judges on Kaua‘i and Maui
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.
Brown water advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of the water when the water appears brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.
$1.5M in funding now available for wildfire mitigation projects across Hawai‘i
Grants of up to $300,000 are now available for high-impact, shovel-ready projects that reduce hazardous fuels and improve wildfire safety in areas where communities and natural landscapes meet.
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Hawaii News
Brown water advisory canceled for most of Kauaʻi, remains in effect for Lydgate and Wailua Beach
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health warns that storm runoff is causing new contamination risks in the area between Lydgate Beach and Wailua Beach.
Gov. Josh Green appoints circuit court judges on Kaua‘i and Maui
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.
$1.5M in funding now available for wildfire mitigation projects across Hawai‘i
Grants of up to $300,000 are now available for high-impact, shovel-ready projects that reduce hazardous fuels and improve wildfire safety in areas where communities and natural landscapes meet.
New technology can detect pathogens in marine mammals within an hour
Researchers have tested new surveillance technology the detects diseases the cause mass death in whale and dolphin populations.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 01, 2026
Moderate north and east-facing shore surf continues to be generated by a short period north-northeast (020-030 degree) swell which will gradually diminish...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 01, 2026
Moderate north and east-facing shore surf continues to be generated by a short period north-northeast (020-030 degree) swell which will gradually diminish...
UPDATE: Volcano man arrested for terroristic threatening after bomb threat at Kea‘au post office
43-year-old Erick Smith remains in custody pending further investigation by Area I Criminal Investigation Section detectives; the bomb threat was reported to Big Island police about noon Tuesday after a man later ID'd as Smith left a box at the post office counter he said contained a bomb.
Maui News
County provides free hauling, disposal of storm-damaged appliances for Molokaʻi residents
In response to the March 2026 kona storms, the County of Maui is providing free hauling and disposal of storm-damaged appliances for Molokaʻi residents, according to the County Department of Environmental Management, Environmental Protection & Sustainability Division.
New hire at Maui Police Department arrested on suspicion of sexual assault while off duty
A probationary employee of the Maui Police Department was arrested on suspicion of second, third and fourth degree sexual assault, while off duty, police said. The 26-year-old Makawao man was taken into custody on Monday, March 30, 2026, following allegations of sexual abuse and remains detained. He has been placed on administrative leave without pay.
Maui’s Annalisa M. Bernard Lee appointed to Second Circuit Court
Gov. Josh Green today announced the appointments of two judges to the Circuit Courts of the Second and Fifth Circuits, following nominations from the Judicial Selection Commission. Annalisa M. Bernard Lee has been appointed to a judgeship with the Circuit Court of the Second Circuit (Maui).
