Kauaʻi

HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports on how the Office of Elections is pushing back after being accused of overcounting hundreds of ballots received in Kauaʻi County during the 2024 election; Honolulu Marathon President Jim Barahal shares that there's been an increase in runner signups in all categories

The state Elections Commission has been digging into Kauaʻi County’s 2024 election, alleging there are hundreds of unaccounted votes. But HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports that the Office of Elections says that's incorrect.

The Robinson family owns a total of 100,000 acres of land. This includes the entire island of Niʻihau, where a handful of residents live and work under secretive conditions. The Conversation spoke to freelance investigative reporter Guthrie Scrimgeour about his recent story.

The bill would require minors to wear helmets while using e-bikes, or electric bicycles. It would also effectively ban bike tricks like wheelies, along with riding in a “hazardous manner” — such as driving with more than one person.

The American Civil Liberties Union argues that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration continues to overly restrict access to mifepristone, a medication used for abortions and miscarriage management. A Hawaiʻi doctor and health care associations are suing over the restrictions.

Kauaʻi County is looking at ways to better prepare homes in high fire risk areas. HPR's Ashley Mizuo reports on a bill being considered by the county council.

Recent improvements at Hawaiʻi airports aim to make the experience more convenient for travelers, like a dedicated security lane for families. HPR's Mark Ladao has more.

Surfrider Foundation’s Kauaʻi Chapter removed 9,000 pounds of marine debris from remote coastlines south of Moloaʻa through a series of net patrol missions. A helicopter assisted a team of volunteers in removing abandoned fishing nets and plastics.

Joshua “Baba” Tavares spoke to HPR’s DW Gibson about the production of “Rent” that he directed for the UH Mānoa Theater Department. The production will be at Kauaʻi Community College for three days.

Unlike other islands, Kaua‘i was the only one that was never conquered by King Kamehameha's military forces. Some of the cast members for the new series “Chief of War,” including the actor who plays King Kamehameha, are from Kaua‘i. HPR's Cassie Ordonio reports.