News
Police Report Third Apparent Drowning From Over the Weekend
Authorities are investigating the apparent drowning of a Kea‘au man over the weekend.
Big Island Police to Crack Down on ATVs on Roadways
Authorities are ramping up enforcement of an existing policy to demonstrate that Big Island roads are meant for permitted vehicles only.
HPM Awards Scholarships to Hawai‘i Island Students
The HPM Foundation awarded $1,000 and $750 college scholarships to five recent high school graduates and two Hawai‘i Community College students to help with upcoming college expenses and support student success.
HPD Detective Honored With Haweo Award
Described as a compassionate leader who works tirelessly to protect the community, Detective Kagimoto has served Hawai‘i Police Department for 17 years.
Big Island COVID Hospitalizations on Rise
The state’s two-week average is 63 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.3%.
2 Men Dead After Apparent Drowning Incident in Kaʻū
Authorities are investigating an apparent drowning in Kaʻū after two men were swept out to sea over the weekend.
Maunakea Visitor Information Station Set to Reopen
The Maunakea Visitor Information Station (VIS) will reopen this week after shutting its doors more than a year ago due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
HCCC Continues to Battle COVID Cases Among Inmates
With two additional inmate recoveries, Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center now reports eight active COVID-19 cases among prisoners.
Authorities Investigate Reported Break-In at Hōlualoa Post Office
Hawaiʻi Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying persons involved in a reported break-in at the Hōlualoa Post Office.
Kaiser to Distribute $300K in Hawai´i to Combat Asian Hate
Kasier Permanente on Monday, July 12, announced an initiative to combat racism against people of Asian descent.
Big Island Community Takes Restoration of ‘Blue Park’ Into Own Hands
The story of William Charles Lunalilo Playground, also known locally as Blue Park, is not uncommon among public spaces across the Big Island.
Grab Coffee With a Cop in Kona at Two Events in July
Two “Coffee With a Cop” events are scheduled for Kailua-Kona in July.
Virus Totals Press Upward Following Holiday Weekend
The state’s two-week average is 60 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.3%
Missing Puna Man Found in Hilo
A Big Island man previously reported missing was located late last week.
‘Alalā Project to Send Two Hawaiian Crow to Big Island Zoo
The partners of The ‘Alalā Project have attempted to reintroduce ‘alalā into native forests, after the last bird in the wild was spotted decades ago.
Section of Kīlauea Avenue to Close Tuesday Morning
The Department of Public Works will be closing parts a portion Kīlauea Avenue tomorrow.
100th Anniversary of Hawaiian Homes Commission Act
To mark the law’s 100th anniversary, Lewis and CNHA Senior Vice President Mehanaokala Hind were among about 100 people who participated in a weekend long commemoration.
PTA Training, Convoy and Hunting Advisory for July
For more information or questions, call the PTA Public Affairs Office at 808-969-2411.
