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50-year-old Kauaʻi restaurant Bull Shed expands to Big Island, its first new location
The iconic Bull Shed Restaurant, beloved for over 50 years on Kauaʻi, has expanded to the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, offering its renowned steaks and seafood alongside new Hawaiʻi Island-inspired dishes.
Motorcyclist in critical condition following collsion in Puna District
The crash occurred in Kea‘au between the Macadamia Nut Road and Kipimana Street intersections on Highway 11.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announces 2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients
Several Big Island organizations among 49 throughout the state selected to receive funding and present authentic experiences for the residents and visitors from July through December.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
Waimea hospital welcomes new doctor at Women’s Center
Dr. Jon ‘Sione’ Hathaway brings 20-plus years of experience as the newest provider to join the center at Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital on the Big Island.
Moananuiākea Voyage update: Climate change adds time to sail plan, Hōkūleʻa hits 50 years of voyaging
The Polynesian Voyaging Society adds a year to the Moananuiākea Voyage due to the chance of a strong El Niño and dangerous conditions predicted through spring 2027.
UPDATE: Police report portion of Puna-bound lanes on Highway 11 previously closed now open
The earlier closure July 30 was caused by a traffic crash.
Kona man arrested, charged with harassment, resisting arrest after trying to provoke fight
44-year-old Matthew Larrua made his initial court appearance July 29 in Kona District Court; the charges stem from an incident the afternoon of July 28 at a business on Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona.
Hawaiʻi National Guard deployed Black Hawk to support wildfire response on Big Island
The helicopter flew 22 aerial firefighting missions on Sunday in support of Hawai’i Island crews battling the Kawaihae Road wildfire.
UPDATE: Big Island teen found safe in Mountain View
Authorities successfully located 15-year-old Tristahlynn Napoleon in good health on July 28 in Mountain View.
Health Department closes Kona restaurant after finding rodent infestation, food safety violations
The DOH has shuttered Baan Thai Family Cuisine in Kailua-Kona due to a serious rodent problem and critical food safety violations.
AARP commits $139,200 to strengthen communities throughout Hawaiʻi
Grants aim to help residents of all ages, especially older adults, improve how they live, move and stay connected in their neighborhoods through innovative local projects.
Hawaiʻi congressional delegation urge approval for disaster declaration request
The congressional delegation has asked President Donald Trump to expedite Gov. Josh Green’s request for a presidential disaster declaration following a 6.0 earthquake on Hawaiʻi Island.
10 drivers arrested for DUI during week of July 13-19 on Big Island roadways
While DUI arrests and major crashes have decreased around the island, fatal crashes and fatalities caused by them each increased so far this year compared with statistics during the same period in 2025.
Hawai‘i Island police chief talks story with residents, introduces department’s strategic plan
Police Chief Reed Mahuna started “talk story” sessions a year ago when he was serving as interim chief, and has continued them because he said it is important to be available to the public.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 31-Aug. 6: Sensory Summer, ‘Chaperone,’ Back to School Horse Adventure, Jerry Garcia Day and more
There’s plenty to do that will seduce your senses during any event you attend throughout the next week on the Big Island. Check out our top 10 things to do for July 31-Aug. 6 now!
Child & Family Service to bless new Hilo location
New permanent facility in Hilo expands access to mental health, family support and crisis services for Hawaiʻi Island residents; event scheduled for 11:30 a.m. today (July 30).
Hawaiʻi County hires new administrator for the Animal Control and Protection Agency
Regina DoDaro brings her expertise from roles at the Hawaiʻi Police Department and humane societies as she returns as the new administrator of the Animal Control and Protection Agency on Aug. 3.
Police arrest, charge two Mountain View men on drug and firearm offenses
Shane Dacuycuy and Raymond Adrian were charged with multiple drug and firearm offenses following executed search warrants by Hawaiʻi Police Department Vice Division and Homeland Security Investigations.
Future Hawaiian Homestead hub secures state funding for design, initial site preparation in Panaʻewa
State Sen. Lorraine Inouye announced the release of $350,000 for the Panaʻewa Hub, which is being developed by the Keaukaha Panaʻewa Farmers Association.
