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Upcoming lane closures as Kohala schools improve crosswalks
The Department of Public Works Highway Division has announced it will install three raised crosswalks in front of Kohala Elementary, Middle, and High Schools from June 17 to 21, causing lane closures.
Volcano Watch – A decade later, remembering the Pāhoa lava flow crisis
Ten years ago, inflation at Puʻuʻōʻō in May and June led to a new eruptive episode on the northeast flank of the cone.
NOAA Fisheries: Seal pup departs busy O‘ahu beach to begin new phase of life
Pa‘aki was transported from bustling Kaimana Beach to a more remote O‘ahu shoreline.
Video shows Kona man rescue a pup out of a deep fissure in Big Island forest
Misty, a 10-month-old Catahoula dog, was trapped in the fissure for eight hours before her rescue.
Update: 17-year-old Big Island runaway located in good health
Isaiah Gravette was located Thursday morning in Hōlualoa.
Pedestrian involved in Volcano crash identified; death ruled a suicide
Multiple witnesses confirmed 44-year-old Collins Kaholo of Volcano was standing by a stop sign prior to running into the road and in front of the truck.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 13-19: Father’s Day Blues Jam, The Mākaha Sons live, O-Bon Fest 2024 and much more
Also don’t miss three cultural events coming up at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, the opening of a new culinary market in Waikōloa and a slew of other events and activities.
Police investigating after body of 21-year-old is found in Volkswagen
The victim has been positively identified as 21-year-old Sachiko Myers of Ocean View.
Hawaiʻi Island police report 21 DUIs in one week
Hawaiʻi Island police provided an overview of the number of DUI arrests, major crashes, and fatal accidents this year, reporting 426 DUI arrests compared with 447 during the same period last year, a decrease of 4.7 percent.
Controversial Kaua‘i resort Coco Palms to be rebuilt by global firm; 2026 opening planned
IHG Hotels & Resorts – headquartered in England – intends to rebuild under its Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand.
Health officials report high COVID-19 cases statewide
The state released its weekly numbers for June 4-10 this afternoon which shows a total active of 1,330 active cases statewide.
Applicants sought for conservation leadership development program on Hawai‘i Island
Recent high school graduates, college graduates and young professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are strongly encouraged to apply by June 21.
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.
