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Witness saw California pedestrian be thrown 15 feet after being struck by truck in Kona
The crash, which occurred around 11:30 a.m., was witnessed by several bystanders.
High surf advisory for east-facing shores on Big Island on Friday, Saturday
Surf for east-facing shores of the Big Island is forecast to be 8 to 12 feet.
What are Kona Lows and why can they be devastating to Hawaiʻi?
Hawai‘i has experienced some especially strong and devastating Kona Lows in the past, one of the most recent occurred in December 2021.
Kaiser mental health workers strike ending with tentative agreement reached
The Kaiser Mental Health workers strike, which lasted 172 days, is the longest work stoppage by mental healthcare workers in U.S. history.
Update: Hawai‘i Police identify pedestrian hit by a vehicle in Kona as 73-year-old man from California
Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to the scene at approximately 11:36 a.m.
Hawai‘i mayor signs emergency proclamation ahead of forecasted storm
The move allows for a streamlined response and coordination of resources in the event of a disaster.
Sustainable luxury offered at new resort along Hanalei Bay on Kauaʻi
The former St. Regis Princeville Resort has reopened as 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, the latest in a global chain of luxury wellness retreats.
Waimea man identified, charged for smashing girlfriend’s car with axe
After Waimea Elementary School officials were informed of the search for Randy Lloyd, the school went into lockdown out of an abundance of caution.
Last call: Kupu summer program applications close Friday
Participants will get to learn about a variety of ecosystems, natural resource management techniques and cultural practices unique to Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i police officer honored for work solving Puna burglary
Puna Patrol Officer Taylor Cruz, who has just over two years of experience, found the culprits late last year.
Hawai‘i police ask Big Island to take Community Satisfaction Survey
The Hawai‘i Police Department conducts the survey – which closes Feb. 28 – every two years.
New playground equipment for Waikōloa Village park sits in storage container for months
The playground equipment, with a price tag of $104,780, was purchased with money raised from several fundraisers held last year by Waikōloa Village residents committed to seeing the park revitalized.
Kona Low storm approaches Big Island; weatherman Guy Hagi says ‘Buckle up’
The National Weather Service says a Kona Low is expected to bring widespread heavy rainfall and possibly some thunderstorms, gusty winds and lightning from Thursday morning through Saturday, starting on the Big Island.
Hawaiian Electric tips to prepare for potential outages from upcoming storm
Hawaiian Electric offers tips to help customers prepare for potential extended outages caused by the upcoming Kona low storm on the Big Island.
Man arrested for smashing girlfriend’s car with axe; school locked down as precaution
While police were looking for the suspect, the nearby Waimea Elementary School went into lockdown at 1:51 p.m. on Feb. 15 out of an abundance of caution.
Update: Flood advisory cancelled for South Kohala District
The National Weather Service has cancelled the flood advisory for the South Kohala District.
Fires 100% contained at military training area on Big Island; 1,500 to 1,800 acres burned
Total water bucket drops for the entire incident, which began Feb. 12 with two fires ignited by lightning strikes, are 222 water bucket drops with 200,000 gallons of water.
Big Island’s 4.8 magnitude Valentine’s Day earthquake causes shaking but no reported damage
The Valentine’s Day 2023 Big Island earthquake was one of eight temblors of magnitude 4.8 or higher that occurred around the Pacific from Tuesday night to early Wednesday afternoon.
Update: Missing actress, romance novelist Faleena Hopkins found safe
Actress and romance novelist Faleena Hopkins, who starred in the 2020 drama “Just One More Kiss,” was found safe today after going missing for 17 days after leaving a Wyoming jail.
New athletics director sought for University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is searching for a new athletics director to replace retiring David Matlin who has served in the position for eight years.
