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News Big Island man faces charges after reportedly stealing Toyota 4Runner and ATV
Couple charged in relation to robbery, kidnapping outside Joanne’s Lounge in Hilo
Nathan Pedro of Pāhoa and Jackie Carter of Hilo made their initial appearances in Hilo District Court on Wednesday afternoon. March 27, 2024 · 06:15pmPolice seeking witnesses to Kealakekua traffic collision
On Monday evening Kona patrol officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2014 silver Honda Accord traveling south bound on Māmalahoa Highway in the area of Konawaena School Road.Hawai'i State News Ocean View man ‘Buddy’ Behrendt, wanted on outstanding warrant, arrested
News Governor reappoints 4 individuals to Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority
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Honolulu man cited for illegal take and possession of fish
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Hawaiian Electric asking Big Island customers to conserve power due to down generators
Merrie Monarch travelers reminded of ʻōhiʻa quarantine
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Big Island News
Couple charged in relation to robbery, kidnapping outside Joanne’s Lounge in Hilo
Nathan Pedro of Pāhoa and Jackie Carter of Hilo made their initial appearances in Hilo District Court on Wednesday afternoon.
Police seeking witnesses to Kealakekua traffic collision
On Monday evening Kona patrol officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2014 silver Honda Accord traveling south bound on Māmalahoa Highway in the area of Konawaena School Road.
Interim rule restricts movement of plant material in effort to prevent spread of little fire ants on O‘ahu
Little fire ants were first discovered on Hawai‘i Island 25 years ago. The populations have since been detected throughout most of the state.
Big Island man faces charges after reportedly stealing Toyota 4Runner and ATV
The 48-year-old is scheduled to make his initial appearance in Hilo District Court this afternoon. He remains in custody in lieu of $130,000 bail.
Ocean View man ‘Buddy’ Behrendt, wanted on outstanding warrant, arrested
Behrendt was taken into custody after Ka‘ū patrol officers conducting area checks observed him crouched down behind a parked vehicle on a public roadway near the intersection of Paradise Parkway and Luau Drive.
Narcan vending machines pop up islandwide as Hawai‘i Island Fentanyl Task Force battles rise in opioid overdoses
To make naloxone more accessible, the Department of Health started sending over vending machines, each loaded with 63 boxes of the nasal spray, to the island. There are now seven islandwide.
Governor reappoints 4 individuals to Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority
The Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority will assume governance and management responsibility over the mauna after a five-year transition period.
Gear up for annual Special Olympics Hawai‘i fundraiser
From April 1 through May 13, Hawai‘i drivers can put the pedal to the metal and drive support for Special Olympics Hawai‘i athletes by donating at 33 participating Hele stores across O‘ahu, Hawai‘i Island and Maui.
FAFSA Hawaiʻi Hotline extends hours for local families
The FAFSA Hawaiʻi Hotline is now open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through May 31.
Prosecutors file 3 complaints against Hilo man on myriad of charges including vehicle theft, firearm offenses, drug possession
The 32-year-old made his initial appearance in Hilo District Court on Monday where his bail was set at $282,000 and he was ordered to appear for preliminary hearings on Thursday and April 4.
Local Entertainment
This Sunday: Kamuela Philharmonic to present ‘Greatness from Start to Finish’
The Philharmonic will showcase a musical journey featuring Franz Josef Haydn’s Symphony No. 1, Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 and Jessie Montgomery’s 2024 Grammy Award-winning piece, “Rounds” for piano and string orchestra.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 21-27: Katchafire returns to Kona, volunteer at a dry forest reserve, watch some comedy and more
This week’s top events include performances by Katchafire in Kona and local group Kalapana Awa Band in Pāhoa.
Rock music’s Michele Rundgren is selling Tiki ‘Iniki – the only tiki bar on Kaua‘i
Michele and her husband, rock star Todd Rundgren, opened Tiki ‘Iniki on the North Shore of the Garden Isle in 2013.
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Maui Now
Maui Surf Forecast for March 28, 2024
Strong trades will create rough and choppy surf along east facing shores which will continue into next week. The current fading small northwest (310 degree...
Household Hazardous Waste Collection on April 7; Deadline to make an appointment is March 28
Residents wanting to dispose of household hazardous waste can do so at an upcoming event on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The event is by appointment only and the deadline to set an appointment is on March 28.
Water conservation request on Molokaʻi from Kawela to Kaunakakai
The Department of Water Supply requests residents and tourists of Molokaʻi from Kawela to Kaunakakai to conserve water until further notice. The request is due to a inoperable well pump.
Utility work Thursday to impact traffic on Honoapiʻilani Highway near Ukumehame Beach Park
To maintain reliable service, Hawaiian Electric crews will be making routine equipment upgrades using bucket trucks along Honoapiʻilani Highway near Ukumehame Beach Park in the West Maui area on Thursday, March 28, impacting area traffic from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. No service interruptions are planned for this work.
Kahului man charged with first degree attempted murder following Wailuku shooting
Maui police charged a man with first degree attempted murder in connection with a shooting reported early Monday morning in Wailuku. Nathaniel Cachola, 19, of Kahului was charged on Tuesday, March 26, with bail set at $500,000, according to police reports.
Kauai Now
Interim rule restricts movement of plant material in effort to prevent spread of little fire ants on O‘ahu
The rule could extend to Kaua‘i County.
Community groups reach legal settlement with KIUC, state on West Kaua‘i hydro project
Earthjustice filed suit on behalf of Pō‘ai Wai Ola and Nā Kia‘i Kai against the Department of Land and Natural Resources in February 2023.
Kauai Weather Forecast for March 27, 2024
Breezy easterly trade winds will become strong and gusty later today through the second half of the week as high pressure strengthens north of the state...