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Veteran Lawmaker Helene Hale Dies at 94
The ground-breaking lawmaker served 26 years in three separate legislative bodies, both on the state and county levels.
Search Halted for Man Believed Missing While Diving
A four-day search turned up no sign of Jeremiah Nathan, the Kealakekua man believed lost while diving off a South Kona park.
Paraglider Injured Landing In Kona Coffee Orchard
The 45-year-old pilot had to be extricated from a tree in Honaunau.
ANALYSIS: The ‘New’ Public Land Development Corporation
If HB 942 goes ahead, it’s goodbye Public Lands Development Corporation, and hello “Harbor and Parks Development Authority.” We examine the other changes to the concept being proposed.
Solomon Islands Hit With Flurry of Earthquakes
The island chain in the southwest Pacific has been hit by 19 strong earthquakes since Sunday, include a 6.7-magnitude tremor today.
Second Public Hearing Held on Kulani Reopening
The head of the state’s prison system said the Department of Public Safety is willing to consider pu`uhonua-style programs at the facility after it reopens.
UPDATE: Missing South Kona Diver Identified
Friends of the Kealakekua resident became concerned after he apparently missed a flight to the mainland Thursday morning.
Woman Arrested For Armed Robbery in Downtown Hilo
The robbery occurred at a business at the corner of Keawe Street and Furneaux Lane.
Judge Grants Request for Mental Exam For Keaka Martin
His lawyer’s reasons for the request have been sealed by the court.
EPA to Ban Sales of Some d-CON Rat Poison Products
The rodenticide is being blamed for accidental poisonings of children, pets and wildlife.
State Library System to Offer Free Courses, Audiobooks Online
Hundreds of courses developed by expert instructors will be available beginning Friday using home and library computers.
Lawmakers Weighing $49M for Big Island Harbors
The funding is part of $144 million proposed for harbors statewide.
Kona Bypass Roadway Now Open 24/7
The Mamalahoa Bypass Road was initially opened in 2009 during limited hours to provide an alternate route to South Kona during rush hour.
OPINION: In Hawaii, It Doesn’t Pay to be Caandid
The recent controversy over Hawaii 5-0 actor Scott Caan’s negative view of the islands begs the question: can people in Hawaii take a joke?
Agreement Calls for HELCO to Drop Rate Hike Request
If approved by the PUC, the Big Island utility will drop its request for a 4.2% rate increase that it filed in August.
Sulfur Smell at Hilo Bank Prompts HazMat Visit
The fire department team was unable to pinpoint the source of the fumes, the bank’s manager said.
Motorcyclist Dies After Rear-Ending Stopped Vehicle
Police said speed and alcohol are believed to be factors in the crash that occurred near the 109-mile marker in Captain Cook.
Second Body Found Identified as Gilman’s
The remains of the missing Hawaiian Acres man were identified through dental records.
Kona’s Onizuka, Other Fallen Astronauts to be Honored
NASA will hold a Day of Remembrance on Friday for 17 US astronauts who lost their lives furthering the pursuit of space exploration.
Cold Front Hammers Kauai and Oahu, Spares Big Island
The wet system stalled over Molokai, the National Weather Service said.
