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Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing Ka‘ū woman

The 27-year-old was last seen in the area of the Kahuku Country Market.

New parking rates take effect Feb. 1, 2024, at neighbor island airports, including on Big Island

The last time parking rates for Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and Hilo International Airport, as well as at Lῑhuʻe Airport on Kaua‘i and for Kahului Airport on Maui, were adjusted was in 2015.

Weekly DUI stats: 18 arrested on Big Island roads

So far this year, there have been 935 DUI arrests compared with 962 during the same period last year, a decrease of 2.8%. 

Hawai‘i County’s top leadership to get pay raises for first time in 5 years

These positions will receive a 22.44% inflation adjustment increase starting Jan. 1 and a 5% pay raise in July.

Big Island man sentenced for stabbing his ex-girlfriend multiple times in 2021

27-year-old Cyrus Jabilona of Hilo was sentenced to serve 20 years for attempted manslaughter and 5 years for felony abuse of a family member.

State issues high bacteria count notification at Kailua Pier 

The Hawai‘i Department of Health is retesting waters at Kailua Pier Station D in Kona on the Big Island after levels of 137 per 100 mL of bacteria were detected during routine beach monitoring.

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.
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