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HONOLULU (KHON2) — A once-empty classroom at Waialae Elementary now holds new hope for Hawaii families. And it’s all part of a statewide push to give more keiki access to preschool. State Department of Education sees expanded free meal access for students The new classroom was blessed on Monday, Aug. 4, one of three newly…

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The City and County of Honolulu updated the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan for 2025, which was recently approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. 7 hurricane tips for Hawaiʻi’s business owners The plan helps the city prepare for natural and manmade disasters like hurricanes, floods, wildfires and tsunamis. The plan is updated…

HONOLULU (KHON2) — School is back in session, and attendance is a top priority. Recent tsunami warning gives good reminder to stay prepared in rural areas “Attendance matters, to have our kids in school every day for the full day. It’s so important to know that when kids are in school, that is when the…

HAUULA, Hawaii (KHON2) — Living in rural communities comes with challenges, including limited resources, especially during a disaster. A tsunami warning on Tuesday, July 29, gave us a stark reminder of that. But one group has been working on emergency preparedness with the Hau’ula community since 2009, and progress is being made. Kaneohe man reflects…

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaiʻi wildfires move fast. When one breaks out near your home, you may have only minutes to get out. Planning ahead is critical for evacuating kūpuna, keiki and pets. These situations take more time and more care. Each group needs special support, and all of them depend on you. Preparation is the…

LAHAINA, Hawaii (KHON2) — The Maui Emergency Management Agency warns the public of a brush fire in the Kaanapali area. Officials call for fire safety practices amidst Red Flag Warning extension According to MEMA, flames were reported around noon on Monday, Aug. 4, mauka of Honoapiilani Highway near Kakaalaneo Drive in Lahaina. Maui County firefighters…