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Hawaiian monk seal pup born on Lei Day weaned, relocated to remote O‘ahu shoreline
NOAA has also revealed the sex of the pup to be a female, which they say is hopeful news for the continued recovery of the Hawaiian monk seal population.
Tonight: Fire hydrant flow test within Parker Ranch Center in Waimea
The affected area may experience slightly discolored and turbid water for several hours after the test.
Hawai‘i Island police: Fentanyl arrests and recovery statistics for May
In recent years, the use of illicit fentanyl has reached epidemic proportions on the mainland and Hawai‘i.
KAPA DJ moves on to next elimination round in Favorite Chef contest
Darde Gamayo is still leading the race for votes to become the next “Favorite Chef.”
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding 15-year-old boy
The teen was last seen on Monday at 12:30 p.m.
No injuries reported following structure fire in Puna
The structure appeared to be abandoned and there was not a clear path or driveway to the house, which was surrounded by trees and brush making battling the fire challenging.
Promoting mental health for Hawaiʻi farmers wins award from the community
Due to high rates of stress, depression and suicide among farmers, Seeds of Wellbeing was developed in fall 2021.
University of Hawai‘i astronomers part of NASA’s $19.5M artificial star mission
The artificial star satellite is expected to help answer questions surrounding the speed and acceleration of the universe’s expansion.
Kona man charged in connection to a slew of vehicle thefts in West Hawai‘i
The suspect made his initial appearance in court Monday where the judge reduced his bail.
Hawai‘i Island police seeks public help identifying suspects involved in Hilo assault
Shortly before 8 p.m. on June 8, Hilo patrol officers responded to an assault complaint at a business in the 1700 block of Kamehameha Avenue at King’s Landing.
Hawai‘i Island police identify woman suspected of passing counterfeit bill in Hilo
Police believe the woman’s business unknowingly received the counterfeit bill as payment for goods.
New recruitment campaign for corrections officers kicks off in June 2024
The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR) is kicking off a new multi-pronged recruitment campaign for adult corrections officers (ACO) beginning Monday, June 10, 2024.
Rainfall totals above average on Big Island for month of May
Conditions favorable for heavy rainfall centered on the Big Island on May 10, with strong thunderstorms developing over the Hilo area during the mid-afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.
Hawaiʻi police lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy
“Congratulations to Lieutenant Lewis on successfully completing the esteemed FBI National Academy. His hard work and commitment to excellence embody the high standards we strive for in Hawaii Police Department,” said Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz.
Navy, NASA want to renew Kaua‘i leases – Community shows support, opposition
Navy & NASA personnel held scoping sessions across Kaua‘i last week, to gather comments that will shape an environmental impact statement.
Annual report shows drop in homelessness on Hawai‘i Island
Bridging The Gap, a coalition of agencies working to end homelessness on the neighbor islands, presented the results of the 2024 Homeless Point in Time Count last week.
Big Island weekly lane closures: June 8-14
There will be no contraflow, or lane closures on Tuesday, June 11 in observance of King Kamehameha I Day, unless permitted.
Hawai‘i Island police seek help identifying woman who passed counterfeit $100 bill
The woman bought a large amount of produce with the bill.
Trails reopen within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park following brief Kīlauea eruption
Maunaiki Trail and Kaʻū Desert Trail past the Footprints Exhibit remain closed due to elevated gases and other volcanic hazards that remain at the eruption site.
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding man last seen in Kona
The man is known to frequent Kona town and may need medication.
