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Hawaii Anticipates Heavier Rainfall Midweek as Early-Season Trough Approaches

Hawaii Anticipates Heavier Rainfall Midweek as Early-Season Trough Approaches

Hawaii is preparing for potential heavier rainfall in the coming week, particularly midweek, due to an early-season trough settling northwest of the state. Stable conditions and moderate to breezy trade winds are expected through Monday, with winds becoming lighter on Tuesday, which could lead to afternoon clouds and showers in interior sections of the islands. Forecast models indicate that this trough will pull deep tropical moisture northward, resulting in more showers, especially for the western parts of the state. Kauai and Oahu are specifically identified as areas that could experience heavier rain and flash flooding from Wednesday night through Thursday, with the threat potentially lasting longer for Kauai. Additionally, a small long-period swell is anticipated to arrive late Sunday, boosting south-facing shorelines, while north shore waves will decline. East shore surf will remain choppy due to trade wind swell. Mariners should note a small craft advisory in effect for windier coastal and channel wa...

Hawai'i Public Utilities Commission Schedules Meetings on Hawaiian Electric Storm Outages, Maui County Meetings Pending

Hawai'i Public Utilities Commission Schedules Meetings on Hawaiian Electric Storm Outages, Maui County Meetings Pending

The Hawai'i Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is initiating a series of public informational meetings across the state to address recent storm-related power outages experienced by Hawaiian Electric customers. These meetings will commence on Monday, with initial sessions scheduled for East Honolulu, Windward O'ahu, West O'ahu, and various locations on Hawai'i Island throughout October. However, no meetings have yet been scheduled for Maui, Moloka'i, or Lāna'i. The PUC has stated its intention to hold additional meetings for Maui County communities, as well as Central O'ahu and urban Honolulu, and will also provide a virtual participation option, with dates to be announced once finalized. Each meeting will feature statements from Hawaiian Electric and the state Consumer Advocate, allowing residents to voice their concerns and provide feedback on the reliability of their electric service. The commission emphasizes that public input will be crucial for its ongoing review of the outages and future planning for ...

Jeeno Thitikul wins Lotte Championship in Hawaii to earn her fourth LPGA title in 2026

Jeeno Thitikul wins Lotte Championship in Hawaii to earn her fourth LPGA title in 2026

The LPGA Player of the Year race maybe has a new candidate.

Nelly Korda attends Packers game as Jeeno Thitikul chases a win in Hawaii

Nelly Korda attends Packers game as Jeeno Thitikul chases a win in Hawaii

As the No. 2-ranked golfer closes in on her fourth LPGA title of the season in Hawaii, the No. 1 player is close to home cheering on her favorite team.

Hawaiian Airlines Implements New 50-Minute Check-In Rule for Neighbor Island Flights

Hawaiian Airlines Implements New 50-Minute Check-In Rule for Neighbor Island Flights

Hawaiian Airlines has updated its check-in policy for Neighbor Island flights, now requiring passengers to complete check-in and baggage drop at least 50 minutes before departure. This is an increase from the previous 30-minute requirement. At Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), international Hawaiian Airlines departures are being consolidated into Terminal 2, Lobby 4, while Neighbor Island check-in will remain in Terminal 1. The Hawaii Department of Transportation indicates that this earlier deadline is intended to improve baggage handling efficiency and contribute to more on-time departures. This change is also part of broader operational preparations for the airline's future transition to Boeing 737 aircraft for interisland services. Travelers are advised to verify flight details, terminal assignments, and baggage requirements before heading to the airport, and to consider the airport's general recommendation of arriving 90 minutes before interisland flights.

Hawaiian Airlines Consolidates International Departures to Terminal 2 at Honolulu Airport, Adjusts Interisland Check-in Times

Hawaiian Airlines Consolidates International Departures to Terminal 2 at Honolulu Airport, Adjusts Interisland Check-in Times

Effective October 3, Hawaiian Airlines has consolidated check-in and bag drop for all international departures from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu to Terminal 2, Lobby 4. This change aims to improve lobby flow for passengers traveling through Terminals 1 and 2 on both Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Travelers are advised to check flight information and allow extra time to locate the updated lobby. Concurrently, Hawaiian Airlines is increasing the recommended check-in and bag drop time for all neighbor island flights to at least 50 minutes before departure, up from the previous 30 minutes. This adjustment is intended to enhance baggage handling efficiency and support on-time departures. All Hawaiian and Alaska neighbor island flight check-ins and bag drops will continue to be processed at Terminal 1. This includes three daily flights between Honolulu and Kahului, Maui, operated by Alaska Airlines-branded 737 aircraft, also commencing on October 3.

Palm Beach Post

Do clocks fall back this weekend? When daylight saving time ends

Do clocks fall back this weekend? When daylight saving time ends

The end of daylight saving time is approaching. Here's when Americans will turn clocks back an hour and gain an extra hour of sleep.

The Commercial Appeal

Will clocks fall back in 2026? Latest on daylight saving time changes

Will clocks fall back in 2026? Latest on daylight saving time changes

The Sunshine Protection Act is stalled, meaning Americans will likely turn their clocks back again this fall.

Former Republican Congresswoman Patricia Saiki of Hawaii Dies at 96

Former Republican Congresswoman Patricia Saiki of Hawaii Dies at 96

Patricia 'Pat' Saiki, the first Republican woman to represent Hawaii in the U.S. House of Representatives, has passed away at the age of 96. Saiki died of natural causes at her Honolulu home on September 30. Her political career spanned decades, beginning with her election to the Hawaii House of Representatives in 1968, followed by service in the state Senate. In 1986, she made history by becoming the first Republican elected to the U.S. House from Hawaii since its statehood in 1959, and only the second woman to represent the state in Congress. During her two terms in Washington, she played a key role in securing Republican support for legislation that provided an official apology and financial compensation for Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II. She also advocated for environmental protections in Hawaii, successfully urging President George H.W. Bush in 1990 to halt the U.S. Navy’s use of Kahoʻolawe as a military bombing range. After an unsuccessful bid for a U.S. Senate seat, she was app...

U.S. Congress Hosts International Legislator Exchange Program in Washington D.C.

U.S. Congress Hosts International Legislator Exchange Program in Washington D.C.

A delegation of Members of Parliament from various countries, including Vietnam, Armenia, and Papua New Guinea, is participating in the World Open Programme, a legislator-to-legislator exchange fully funded by the U.S. Congress. The first week of the program is being held in Washington D.C., where the delegates are receiving an orientation on American federalism. They are also touring the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress, and meeting with Members of Congress who serve on the Pacific Islands Caucus and related committees. Among the U.S. representatives they are meeting are Jill Tokuda of Hawaii, Ted Lieu of California, Ronny Jackson of Texas, and Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska. This initiative aims to provide international lawmakers with a firsthand understanding of American legislative processes and governance.

Where is the best Halloween street in the US? Nationwide search is on

Where is the best Halloween street in the US? Nationwide search is on

Where is the trick-or-treatiest street in the country? Reese's is hosting a contest to find out. See which streets made the short list of 150.

Households will pay more for energy because of federal policy changes, think tank says

Households will pay more for energy because of federal policy changes, think tank says

Households in the contiguous United States will pay thousands of dollars more for energy through 2040 because of federal policy changes since President Donald Trump returned to office, such as canceling new clean energy projects