HPR News Staff

There are more than 2,000 people who use American Sign Language in the state, and about 500 visitors rely on interpreters each day.

The County opened two resource centers to connect residents with nonprofit and agency partners to help recover and rebuild after the storms.

Hawaiʻi Public Radio has created a list of ways you can access resources and help those in need.

The center of Hurricane Lowell is now moving north-northwest of Niʻihau. Damaging winds, heavy rain, and powerful waves are still impacting Kauaʻi County. Downed trees and power lines have caused widespread power outages for Kauaʻi.

Honolulu City Council Chair Tommy Waters has been ruled ineligible to run in this year’s election. The Hawaiʻi Supreme Court issued the ruling Friday morning, providing clarity to what has been a confusing and frustrating council race both the candidates and the voters.

Moke has been downgraded to a tropical depression, but could still bring heavy rainfall and gusty winds to parts of Hawaiʻi Island and Maui through Monday.

A tropical cyclone is developing southeast of Hawaiʻi, which could strengthen and bring heavy rains.

Hawaiʻi Public Radio has created a list of ways you can access resources and help those in need.

Most Oʻahu and Maui County HECO customers have had their power restored, but the hardest hit areas of Hawaiʻi Island may be without electricity for weeks.

Maui County is asking residents and businesses affected by Hurricane Lala to file a damage report. Reports will help officials document and understand the extent of damage and identify needs.