Trump elected 47th president of the United States
Trump elected 47th president of the United States

November 6, 2024

Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, fulfilling his promise to shatter America’s political status quo after he refused to accept his loss to President Joe Biden four years ago and inspired a mob of supporters to violently storm the U.S. Capitol.

Updated 12:05 am

Trump expands lead, GOP captures Senate as Harris path narrows
Updated 9:32 pm

Striking Hilton workers return to jobs after ratifying contract
Updated 12:05 am

Navy water system upgrade under intense scrutiny

Hotel workers, Hilton reach tentative agreement

Hawaii awarded $59M for hydrogen station

Trial delayed for 4 officers charged in Makaha crash case




Best of Kauai 2024
Best of Kauai 2024

October 26, 2024

We invite you to explore this special 52-page section dedicated to this year’s over 90 winners and their runners-up, the majority of whom are household names on the Garden Isle. A big mahalo goes out to our dedicated readers, who thoughtfully considered the many qualified candidates and selected this year’s “best.”





Latest Obituaries

Obituaries for Wednesday, November 6, 2024

November 6, 2024

• Sgt. Eugene Delos Reyes • Loretta Rapada Agosto • Walton M. Nishioka • Rosemary Leialoha Morris • Peter Michael Alisna Sr. • Patricia Rosalina ‘Saling’ Gagarin Reyes • Beverly Kehaulani Kanahele



JONES: Your sugar fix: How sweet it is!

November 2, 2024

My keiki and I are surrounded by candy chaos, with bags, baskets, and buckets of sweet treats strewn all over the house. I know that sugar isn’t good, but I’m eating it with mixed emotions, joy and happiness. Seriously, is a little dandy candy really that bad? What’s your take on giving in?