BRIDGE CLOSURE

A full closure is scheduled this week for Wailua Plantation Bridge, also known as Mayor Bryan J. Baptiste Memorial Bridge, in Kapaʻa. The bridge closure... Read More.

FIRE SEASON IS HERE!

UPDATE: May is Wildfire Awareness Month; Kaua‘i Fire Department advises preparation, continued vigilance for summer season Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami presented a proclamation for Wildfire... Read More.

Arson Arrest

Man Arrested Following Princeville Structure Fire A man was arrested on Thursday in connection with a structure fire in Princeville. On Thursday, May 15, 2025, at... Read More.

HIKER RESCUED

Distressed hiker rescued on Kalalau Trail Tuesday Personnel from the Kaua‘i Fire Department rescued a 25-year-old visitor from the Kalalau Trail on Tuesday, May 13. According... Read More.

ARSON SUSPECT ARRESTED

Man Arrested Following Hanamā‘ulu Structure Fire HANAMĀ‘ULU – A 57-year-old man was arrested on Sunday in connection with a structure fire in Hanamā‘ulu. On Sunday, May... Read More.

MISSING WOMAN

KPD seeks public’s help locating missing woman LĪHUʻE – The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing woman. Heather Diamond,... Read More.