News
Main Big Island Road Closed in Both Directions
There are no detours in this area and motorists are asked to remain entirely clear of it until the road is reopened.
Fatality Figures Remain Grim as Double-Digit Deaths Reported Again Friday
A total of 89 new infections were identified on the Big Island Friday.
HFD Responds to Fire at Big Island Gym
The department asks that both residents and visitors alike call (808) 935 3311 to report any suspicious fire-related activities.
DHHL Offers Millions in Assistance to Hawaiian Homelands Lessees
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands has launched a new Homeowner Assistance Program for lessees who reside on Hawaiian Home Lands.
Weather Service Issues Red Flag Fire Alert For All Hawaiian Islands
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Puna Murder Case Sent to Prosecutor’s Office
Hawai‘i Island police have forwarded a 2020 Puna murder investigation to the Hawai‘i County Prosecutor’s office for their review.
DOH Reports 8 More COVID-Related Deaths Thursday
A total of 96 new infections were identified on the Big Island Thursday.
3 Big Island Runaways Located
Public assistance is often crucial in the location of missing persons and/or runaways.
35 Patients at HMC Being Treated for COVID-19
Hilo Medical Center continues to operate beyond capacity due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, especially in the Intensive Care Unit.
County to Hold Abandoned Vehicle Auction This Month
Hawai‘i County will be holding its eighth abandoned vehicle auction in September in Kailua-Kona.
Some Road, Water Projects Will Not be Pursued as Part of Puna Restoration Work
The County of Hawai‘i on Wednesday highlighted additional decisions regarding infrastructure restoration in Puna following the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.
Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
Stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas prone to flooding.
DOT Closes Big Island Bridge to Large Vehicles
Personnel will be at the bridge to alert drivers of the conditions.
4 Active COVID-19 Cases Reported Among HCCC Inmates
There are currently four active COVID-19 cases among inmates at Hawaiʻi Community Correctional Center as of Wednesday, Sept. 15.
HPD Seeks Help Finding 2 Runaway Teens
Authorities seek the public’s help locating two runaway East Hawaiʻi teens.
89 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 493 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 73,268.
Former HI-SEAS Crew Member Headed to Space on First All-Civilian Mission
One of the original crew members of the first University of Hawai‘i Hawaiʻi Space Exploration Analog and Simulation program (HI-SEAS) on Mauna Loa is headed into space as part of the world’s first all-civilian mission to orbit Earth, Inspiration4.
Native Hawaiian Education to Receive $28 Million in Federal Grant Funding
Grants are being awarded to various Native Hawaiian educational organizations, Native Hawaiian community-based organizations, and other similar organizations.
