While it increases the penalty for violations, it also allows drivers to pull over to make a call and ends the requirement for a trip to court.

Motorists are being urged to drive safely and sober during the three-day Fourth of July weekend.

Firework shows are on tap at three Big Island locations with the Hilo one requiring closings of roads around the bayfront area.

The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.

The observatory is allowing the public to tune in tonight during an observing run into our galaxy’s black hole.

The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is hosting visitors from 11 nations as they learn about instrumentation and techniques used to prepare for eruptions.

The effort by the US Department of Interior to gather input on a possible formal relationship moves to Hilo tonight and to Waimea and Kona on Thursday.

Similar to events previously held by police in Kona and Hilo, the presentations are designed to increase individuals’ awareness of potential violent situations.