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Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply briefs: Leaking waterline repairs, hydrant flow tests, poster contest deadline extended

Water Supply crews are fixing a leaking waterline near Camp Honokaia until 2:30 p.m. today. Fire hydrant flow tests are slated for tonight and the night of March 25 in different locations in Kailua-Kona. And learn more about the annual keiki poster contest.

Total of nearly 190 DUI arrests made on Big Island roadways so far this year

There have been 186 DUI arrests on the island in 2025, an increase of nearly 3% from the 181 motorists arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant by the same time in 2024. Another 15 drivers, including 6 who were not even legally old enough to drink, were arrested the week of March 3-9.

Hawai‘i Fire Department welcomes 4 new ambulances to service

Funded by the state with $1.2 million, the ambulances will be assigned to the Central (Hilo), Keauhou, Waikōloa, and Ocean View stations.

State health officials advise residents to be up-to-date on vaccinations amid measles outbreak on the mainland

While cases of measles have not been reported in Hawai‘i, state health officials issued a medical advisory to health care providers due to the rapidly expanding outbreak of the virus in Texas and New Mexico.

Accused getaway driver for shooter of a Hawaiʻi Island police officer makes first court appearance

Silas Zion, 23, was arrested on Friday evening and now faces significant charges after being identified as the getaway driver for alleged shooter Christopher Lucrisia.

Gov. Green secures federal support for Univeristy of Hawai‘i, restores webpage honoring the 442nd Regimental Combat Team

The governor spoke directly to the White House to have these concerns addressed.

Big Island home destroyed in fire; no injuries reported

When firefighters arrived on scene, crews found a single-story home on fire with flames spreading through the entire interior of the house.

Business Monday: Big Island chef delivering organic meals while supporting local farmers, ranchers

Chef Jasmine Silverstein says her Meals in a HeartBeet business is “locally sourced, but globally inspired.”

3 Big Island principals nominated for 2025 Masayuki Tokioka Excellence in School Leadership Award

Hilo Union Elementary School Principal Bryan Arbles, Keonepoko Elementary School Principal Kasey Eisenhour and Hōnaunau Elementary School Principal Noreen Kunitomo are among 15 principals statewide to receive the honor and who could win $25,000.

UH study finds some parts of Hawaiʻi sinking faster than others

New University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa study discovery also highlights that as sea level rises, there is an even greater risk for flooding in low-lying areas sooner than scientists anticipated, putting infrastructure, businesses and communities in jeopardy.

Update: Investigation continues into how suspect in police shooting evaded capture

The suspect, who reportedly shot a police officer in Hilo, eluded capture till Sunday afternoon.

Update: Winds finally calm down atop Big Island summits

All wind warnings and advisories canceled for summit areas of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa as winds lower below advisory thresholds.

Kumu hula Robert Cazimero’s hālau to celebrate 50 years at 62nd Merrie Monarch Festival

After 50 years of teaching hula, famed musician and Kumu Hula Robert Cazimero will be taking his Hālau Nā Kamalei o Līlīlehua to Hilo to compete for the eighth — and last time.

Annual hula performance celebrates Kamehameha, Kūhīo and kūpuna

Beamer Solomon Halau O Po’ohala will explore the backstories of Hawaiʻi’s great historic leaders and current community leaders during the annual ʻEia Ka Hula on Saturday, March 22 in Waimea.

Hunt for man who reportedly shot Vice officer ongoing; rewards stand at $21K

Hawai‘i Island police think Lucrisia, who is wanted for first-degree attempted murder, might be injured based on evidence collected at the scene of Friday’s shooting, which happened in the parking lot outside First Hawaiian Bank near Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo.

‘We’re going to find you’: Hunt for Puna man who reportedly shot police officer in head continues into second day

Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda, Hawai‘i Police Chief Ben Moszkowicz vow to bring Christopher Lucrisia, who is considered to be armed and dangerous, into custody. Meanwhile, Silas Zion, who drove the truck they fled in after the shooting, was arrested Friday evening.

Puna regenerating economy with new cultural, entrepreneurial community hub

Hale Hālāwai o Puna aims to deepen community connection and cultural engagement by offering demonstrations and promoting sustainable tourism that values the land and its traditions.

Agroforestry key to Hawai‘i’s carbon-neutral goals, new UH study reveals

Converting unused agricultural lands to agroforestry systems could help reduce extreme fire risks, boost food production and revive Indigenous and place-based land management practices.

Pelletier: Accusations ‘baseless’ after being named in civil lawsuit against Diddy

Maui Police Chief John Pelletier strongly denies any involvement in case alleging rapper and others gang raped Ashley Parham in 2018 in Orinda, Calif.

Hilo man sentenced to 30 years for 2022 kidnapping of 2 teens, sexual assault of 15-year-old Kona girl

54-year-old Duncan Mahi pleaded no contest Dec. 31, 2024, as part of a plea deal to first- and second-degree kidnapping and first-degree sexual assault in the case that prompted the Big Island’s second-ever MAILE AMBER Alert.
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