East Hawaii News
Tropical Storm Oho Not Expected to Become Hurricane
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Oho.
Dozens Turn Out for Coral Reef Monitoring
Bleachapalooza is a statewide event where trained volunteers get into the water and document and report coral bleaching.
Kamuela Man Dies in Vehicle Accident
A 20-year-old Kamuela man died Saturday night in a vehicle accident outside of Waimea.
High Surf Keeps East Hawai’i Beaches, Highway Closed
High surf has caused the closure of several East Hawai’i beaches. A high surf advisory is in effect through 6 p.m. Sunday.
Latest on Tropical Storm Oho
Maximum sustained winds are near 40 mph with higher gusts and tropical storm force winds extend 45 miles from the center. Steady strengthening is expected…
PHOTOS: High Surf Causes Closures
High surf has caused two Hilo beach parks to close, along with Bayfront Highway from Kamehameha Avenue to Pauahi Street.
2015 Jurist of the Year Recognized
The 2015 Jurist of the Year award went to First Circuit Court Judge Richard Perkins.
Anderson Named DLNR DAR Administrator
Bruce Anderson has more than 20 years of experience in managing health, environmental protection and marine resource programs, policies, and issues in Hawai’i.
UPDATE: T.S. Oho to Become Hurricane, T.D. 8-C Forms Overnight
We have set a record for the number of tropical cyclones in the Central Pacific in the 2015 season. Tropical Storm Oho has formed…
HI-EMA: Heavy Rain, High Surf Expected This Weekend
Wet weather and high surf are expected over the weekend.
PUC Approves Hawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel Contract
A contract between Hawaiian Electric and Pacific Biodiesel Technologies to supply biodiesel for Oahu power generators has been approved.
Information Request Renewed for Wanted Kamuela Man
An information request has been renewed by the Hawai’i Police Department for 25-year-old Brandon K. Paulino-Pawai.
Ige Releases ‘Governor’s Awards’
The awards were designed to honor State Executive Branch employees, managers, and teams who show the highest level of public service and dedication to the people of Hawai’i.
Police Release Oct. 2 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Work on Cemetery Road Slated to Begin
It’s been nearly a year since the June 27, 2014 lava flowed over Cemetery Road in Pahoa. Now, the Department of Public Works is set to restore the functionality.
Police: 33 Kona Burglaries in September
Thirty-three homes were broken into in the Kona District during the month of September.
Missing Kaloli Point Fisherman’s Name Released
The Hawai’i Police Department has released the name of a fisherman who went missing after being swept off a cliff while fishing.
Hilo Woman Goes to Nation’s Capital to Urge Cancer Support
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s Hawai’i State Lead Ambassador, Holly Ho-Chee-DuPont, traveled to Washington, D.C. this week for the annual ACS CAN Leadership Summit and Lobby Day.
HPD Seeks Kona Man on Warrant, Questioning
Nicholas Volpa is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court, as well as for questioning in other cases.
