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Link between STI and advanced prostate cancer debunked

Prostate cancer, a common concern both in the United States and globally, holds the title of the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men in Hawaiʻi.

Bill moves forward to limit nighttime parking along park on Ali’i Drive to stop drug dealing

The public park runs along the rocky shoreline in Kailua-Kona, consisting of picnic tables, a small, sandy beach and a grassy area with palm trees overhead.

Magnitude-3.6 quake rattles West Hawai‘i

At 9:21 p.m., the tumbler struck 2 miles west-southwest of Hōlualoa at a depth of about 8 miles below sea level.

Hawai‘i Island police seeking runaway Ella Ishoda

Police ask anyone with information about Ishoda’s whereabouts to call the police department’s non-emergency number 808-935-3311.

Hawai‘i County breaks ground on Lālāmilo water reservoir

Reservoir will be the largest in the State when completed in approx. two years.

The Salvation Army is seeking community assistance with Angel Tree Campaign

All children should feel the magic of Christmas during the holidays, and no family should have to choose between paying the bills or paying for meals – especially during the happiest time of the year.

Schatz, Murkowski lead oversight hearing on federal resources to address fentanyl in Native communities

“In our second hearing in a series on fentanyl, federal witnesses outlined the challenges that they face as they work to address the health and public safety impacts affecting Native people,” said Vice Chairman Murkowski. 

Attorney General Lopez acts to reduce illegal gun trafficking

Following the passage of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the ATF has proposed a new regulation to clarify what it means for a person to be “engaged in the business” of dealing in firearms.

Matson returns Hōkūleʻa home to Hawai‘i

The voyaging canoe was unloaded onto the water at Honolulu Harbor Thursday morning at 8 a.m.

Volcano Watch: Opportunities to learn about the volcanoes in your backyard in January 2024

It’s important to keep up awareness of the types of volcanic activity and associated hazards possible in Hawai‘i nei.

Hawai‘i Island police investigate apparent drowning of visitor off La‘aloa Beach Park in Kona

At 7:50 a.m., Kona patrol officers responded to a call for a welfare check on the man, after the victim’s father called regarding his concern for the safety and whereabouts of his son.

Applicants needed for paid STEM-based internship

The internship program is led by the Institute for Scientist and Engineer Educators at University of California Observatories, in partnership with the University of Hawaiʻi. 

Hawai’i Island police seek information on Puna homicide investigation

The victim of the 2022 slaying has been identified as 47-year-old James Paul Phelps, of Mountain View.

Detective John Balberde honored with Haweo Award for outstanding investigative efforts

A 15-year veteran of the department, Detective Balberde is currently assigned as the supervisor of the Area I Criminal Investigation Division’s Crime Reduction Unit, in East Hawai‘i.

East Hawai‘i woman sought for questioning in missing person investigation

She is known to frequent the South Hilo and Puna Districts.

Flags ordered at half-staff in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

“This is a day for all of the world, but especially Hawaiʻi, to solemnly honor the sacrifices of so many service members and civilians who lost their lives during the Dec. 7, 1941, attack that changed the course of world history,” said Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green

Hawai‘i County Council approves hiring outside counsel for defense against civil lawsuit claiming Clean Water Act violation

The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in September by members of Hui Mālama Honokōhau, claims the county is violating the Clean Water Act by continuously discharging treated sewage from the Kealakehe Wastewater Treatment Plant into the Pacific Ocean via groundwater without the required National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit.

Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 7-13: Holiday cheer abounds with several Christmas parades and more

In case you’re seeking something else, there’s also a health care talk story event featuring “Seniors in Paradise” host Derek Kurisu, the Celebrate ‘Ohana Festival in Kona, Cherry Poppin’ Daddies live in Hilo and more.

Magnitude-4.4 quake rattles Big Island

The quake was felt widely around the Big Island, with more than 150 “Felt Reports” recorded within the first 30 minutes after.

Department of the Attorney General charges Hawai‘i County cop with felony perjury

Perjury is a Class C felony punishable by up to 5 years in prison and/or a $10,000 fine. Tampering with a Government Record is a misdemeanor with a maximum penalty of one year in prison and/or a $2,000 fine.
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