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Hawai‘i Island Veterans Day Parade returns live this weekend
The parade will feature 90 units as it winds from Wailoa State Recreation Area throughout downtown Hilo and back.
No tsunami threat issued after powerful earthquake hits Tonga
There is no tsunami threat following a magnitude 7.5 earthquake in near Tonga in the south pacific that occurred early this morning.
National Weather Service issues wind advisory for Big Island
A wind advisory is in effect from noon to 6 a.m. tomorrow for portions of Lanai, Maui and the Big Island.
Laupāhoehoe Point Road to be closed for repairs
Work will include repairing/restoring damaged concrete bridge railings and roadway improvements.
Once iconic Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel to be demolished next year
A condemned four-story building, which used to be Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel on touristy Banyan Drive, is one step closer to being demolished.
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for November 11, 2022
A moderate size, medium period north northeast swell (20-30 degrees), originating from the winds behind a cold front and its associated surface low…
Police seek three wanted Puna men
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of these individuals is asked to contact the Police Department.
Have you seen this missing Honolulu man?
Donald James Sniffin, who is originally from Hilo, has been missing since September.
Keck Planet Finder on Maunakea captures first data in ‘exciting chapter’ for astronomy
On Wednesday night, a new planet-hunting instrument at the W. M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea achieved “first light,” capturing its first data from the sky, a spectrum of the planet Jupiter.
Respiratory virus rates in Hawaiʻi are increasing early in the season
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is reporting that cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus and influenza are increasing in Hawaiʻi, in line with trends observed across the country.
Waikōloa teacher raising funds for trip to Bishop Museum for 14 Global Scholar students
“For 90% of my students, this will be the first time they ever experience going to a museum, as there are none on our island, and for some, it is the first time off-island,” Waikōloa Middle School teacher Sylvie Bright said.
KOKO Clinic in Waimea step closer to relocating, expanding services for Native Hawaiians
The relocation would allow the clinic to expand its treatment rooms to provide primary care, psychiatry, psychology, women’s health, la‘au lapa‘au, lomilomi and acupuncture services.
Hawai‘i police releases weekly DUI stats
Hawai‘i police arrested 26 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant last week. Seven of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident, and two of the drivers were under the age of 21.
Pāhoa park renamed after beloved Big Island mayor Billy Kenoi who died of cancer
More than 150 people gathered Wednesday at the Pāhoa park to celebrate the legacy and life of the former Hawai‘i County mayor, Billy Kenois
West Maui brush fire burns 1,200 acres and threatens subdivision
A Maui brush fire that is only about 40% contained may cause the evacuation of residents in the upper portion of the Lauiupoko subdivision.
Kona man sought for questioning in sex assault investigation
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a Kailua-Kona who is wanted for questioning in a sex assault investigation that occurred in Hilo.
Uēkahuna overlook in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park closed for breeding and nesting of nēnē
The Uēkahuna overlook, restrooms, and parking lot in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is temporarily closed today to protect breeding and nesting nēnē (Hawaiian geese) in the area. The closure lies west of the intersection with Kīlauea Overlook, which will remain open and accessible. Visitors can hike about one-third of a mile west of the overlook […]
Police seek public’s help locating missing Hilo man in possible need of medical attention
Skye Harris, 45, was last seen on Nov. 8 around 2:30 a.m. on Anela Street in Hilo wearing a white T-shirt and light-colored shorts.
Hawai‘i Police seek public help finding teen runaway
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a 17-year-old runaway.
Do you want to work for Governor-elect Josh Green?
Governor-elect Josh Green today launched a website to begin taking applications for the Office of the Governor, Cabinet, and Boards and Commissions.
