AP interview: Colombian leader warns Venezuela

Colombia’s president compared Nicolás Maduro to Serbian war criminal Slobodan Milosevic as he goes on a diplomatic offensive to corral the Venezuelan socialist, warning that he would be making a “stupid” mistake if he were to attack his U.S.-backed neighbor.

1 event near Area 51 pulls plug; second festival continues

The promoter of an event set up for Earthlings to party in the remote Nevada desert around the “Storm Area 51” internet craze canceled a Saturday show due to low attendance, while the host of a festival for several thousand people in the tiny town of Rachel said her show will go on.

Fifth death linked to storm that walloped Houston area

The widespread damage brought to the Houston area by one of the wettest tropical cyclones in U.S. history came into broader view Saturday, as floodwaters receded to reveal the exhausting cleanup effort that lies ahead for many communities and homeowners.

KPD hosts free car seat check today

In recognition of National Child Passenger Safety Week, the Kauai Police Department will be hosting a free car seat safety inspection from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Walmart.

Taking a stand

When Sabryn Rudinoff visited Anini Beach a few weeks ago, she planned to just spend the day “chilling.”

‘Our planet’

Hundreds of residents gathered at the Kauai Community College campus in Puhi Friday afternoon, joining people all over the world for a day of global climate protests.

Student reportedly threatens school

A student at Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School allegedly made threats against the school and its students Thursday, prompting a police investigation and increased security on campus the following day.

Chess players capture titles

Parents watching the games at the Kauai Community Chess Club notice the intensity and focus that their children display during the games.