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No tsunami threat following 4.3-magnitude earthquake near Ka‘ū

The tumbler occurred at 3:17 p.m. As in all earthquakes, be aware of the possibility of after-shocks.

Remote trail in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reopens

The trail was temporarily closed because of increased seismicity in the Southwest Rift Zone of Kīlauea.

County seeks to fill Community Development Plan Action Committees

Committee members are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the County Council.

Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 28-Jan. 3, 2024: Several parties and celebrations slated to ring in the New Year

You can pound mochi or enjoy an End of the Year Country Party with Waylon Nihipali in Hilo or participate in any one of the several New Year’s events in the Kailua-Kona area, plus more.

Police seeking missing Hilo man Mitchell Carroll

He is described as having a fair complexion, 5 feet 7 inches tall, 170 pounds, with brown shoulder-length hair, and blue eyes.

Minimum wage to increase to $14 on Jan. 1

Act 114 incrementally increases the minimum wage to $16 per hour Jan. 1, 2026, and to $18 per hour Jan. 1, 2028.

Take extra precautions to protect pets during New Year’s celebrations

New Year’s celebrations can be stressful for pets, particularly dogs. The Hawaiʻi County Animal Control and Protection Agency has experienced a surge in calls about lost dogs during this period, many of which could be prevented with a few simple measures.

Wild dog kills Puna farmer’s flock of chickens and ducks on Christmas Eve

A wild dog decimated Jarid Keen’s flock of chickens and ducks killing 25 out of the 30 birds.

Police continue Hawaiian Acres murder investigation

Detectives from the Area I Criminal Investigation Section are continuing this investigation, and have not yet identified a suspect or motive in this case; however, they continue to conduct interviews and follow-up on leads.

Hilo Medical Center staff welcomes two Christmas Day babies

A boy was born at 7:05 a.m. and a girl was born at 5 p.m.

Puna man charged with sexual assault, theft and cocaine possession for Christmas Eve incident

The most serious offenses, Sexual Assault in the Second Degree and Attempted Sexual Assault in the Second Degree, carries a penalty of either a ten-year prison term or five years probation and up to eighteen months in jail.

November 2023 Hawai‘i Vacation Rental Performance Report

The State of Hawai‘i Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) issued today the Hawai‘i Vacation Rental Performance Report for the month of November utilizing data compiled by Lighthouse Intelligence, Ltd.

Waikōloa restaurant employee assaulted during weekend robbery, police say

The 44-year-old male employee told police he was sitting in his office when he heard the door open and a male voice demand the money from the safe.

Fireworks permits go on sale today in Hawai‘i County

Each permit costs $25 and will entitle the holder to purchase 5,000 firecrackers. Multiple permit purchases are allowed.

Puna group dedicated to ‘āina stewardship to host festival celebrating Hawaiian culture, community and wellness

The event, hosted by the Men of Pa‘a (firm, solid, immovable), will take place during the Makahiki season, an ancient Hawaiian New Year festival that honors Lono, the Hawaiian god of fertility.

PATH expands HIBIKE system and continues partnership with Mass Transit Agency, offering free HIBIKE Bikeshare to Hele-On Riders

PATH received just over $900,000 from the TAP grant to expand the HIBIKE system on Hawai‘i Island.

HELPing hundreds of health care professionals stay in Hawaiʻi

The 2023 Hawaiʻi State Legislature provided an unprecedented $30 million over two years in educational loan repayment to health professionals licensed or otherwise certified to practice in and provide care to patients in Hawai‘i.

Big Island Now poll no. 42: What were the top stories of 2023?

More than just fires and destruction happened in 2023. Big Island Now compiled a list of the top stories this year.

Coroner’s inquest launched in possible drowning in waters off Kona

A 57-year-old man from Germany possibly drowned Sunday after a snorkeling tour near Red Hill/Hokulia.

Big Island police investigating after man is shot in his Hawaiian Acres driveway

Witnesses who were visiting the victim’s residence told police that a vehicle drove partially up the driveway and the 39-year-old victim was shot when he went to ask who was there.
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