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Hundreds of earthquakes reported near Kīlauea summit region in the last 24 hours
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported signs of elevated unrest beneath the summit region Wednesday. No unusual activity has been noted along Kīlauea’s East Rift Zone or Southwest Rift Zone.
Hirono, colleagues introduce legislation to strengthen program connecting SNAP recipients to fresh, local produce
The GusNIP Improvement Act of 2023 updates the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) to help existing grantees expand participation and spending, while also giving new grantees the opportunity to establish and grow their programs.
Mayor Roth to host final town hall of ’23 in Hilo on Oct. 7
The town hall series aims to establish an open and transparent dialogue where residents can stay informed about local initiatives, express their concerns, and actively contribute to shaping the future of their respective communities.
Police launch terroristic threatening investigation after threat involving Kea‘au High School
On Wednesday at 7:28 p.m., it was reported to Puna patrol officers that a concerned parent notified school officials of a threatening social media message from an unknown person.
US District Court’s Hawai‘i nominees considered at Senate committee hearing
Micah Smith, an assistant U.S. attorney, and Judge Shanlyn Park, State of Hawaiʻi court judge, were introduced on Thursday to the US Senate Judiciary Committee during a hearing to consider their nominations to the US District Court for the District of Hawai‘i.
Hilo man charged with negligent homicide in Akolea Road traffic fatality
Inada was charged with Negligent Homicide in the Second Degree (caused the death of another person by operation of a vehicle in a negligent manner) and Collisions Involving Death or Serious Bodily Injury.
Earthquake rates increase overnight beneath Kīlauea summit region
Earthquake rates beneath the summit region increased overnight from less than 10 earthquakes per day to over 140 earthquakes in the last 24 hours.
Weekly DUI stats: 21 arrested on Big Island roads
So far this year, there have been 725 DUI arrests compared with 746 during the same period last year, a decrease of 2.7%.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 5-11: Ghost stories, brews, art, ancient Hawaiian games and much more
The next week on the Big Island is packed full of events that the entire family can enjoy.
Hawaiʻi County’s new animal control director used to care for frogs, elephants, gorillas
Matthew Runnells left Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida to work as Director for Hawai’i County’s Animal Control.
Hawai‘i firefighters respond to structure fire in Eden Roc
Hawai’i Fire Department personnel responded to a blaze in Eden Rock around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Interim rule restricts movement of material that may contain coconut rhinoceros beetles
On Monday afternoon, the Advisory Committee on Plants and Animals recommended approval of an interim rule that restricts the movement of palm plants; decomposing plant material, such as compost, wood or tree chips; mulch; potting soil; and other landscaping products that may harbor CRB, from infested areas to non-infested areas.
Hōkūleʻa departs San Francisco, next stop Monterey Bay
Hōkūleʻa departed Hyde Street Pier Sunday morning for the next stop on the Moananuiākea Voyage: Half Moon Bay.
State of Hawai‘i applies for $9.9 million in HUD grants for affordable housing
The HUD PRO Housing grant program aims to reduce barriers to affordable housing production by helping local communities address infrastructure challenges and land use and regulatory barriers.
Attempted break-in of utility box causes emergency siren to go off in Ocean View
The siren malfunctioned a day after the system successfully sounded during its monthly test, which occurs on the first business day of each month.
Five mariners rescued from sinking vessel off Molokaʻi
Five mariners were rescued by the Coast Guard and Moloka’i Fire Department early Tuesday morning after the vessel they were on ran aground off of ʻĪlio Point, Molokaʻi.
Kaua‘i paramedic to be honored at awards ceremony in Washington D.C.
The Stars of Life program honors EMS first responders who have completed extraordinary acts of service for their patients, colleagues, communities or the EMS profession. Honorees from across the country will be recognized at the American Ambulance Association Stars of Life Awards Ceremony in Washington D.C. from November 5 through 8.
Hawai‘i firefighters respond to third structure fire in 3 days
Firefighters were unable to immediately battle the blaze as a charged power line was down on the driveway.
Kohala Center among groups to receive portions of $1 million in federal funding
“These grants are making sure Native Hawaiian organizations have federal resources to integrate Native Hawaiian culture into visitor experiences and drive sustainable tourism opportunities throughout the state,” said Sen. Schatz, chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.
Hawai‘i County managing director to retire at end of year
Lord has been with the County of Hawaiʻi for 15 years, serving the last three as managing director under Mayor Mitch Roth. Before serving as managing director, Mr. Lord was the business manager for the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney and a Vehicle License and Registration Division manager. Lord will relocate to the mainland to be closer to his immediate family and those needing his care.
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