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Police seek information about alleged Kona assault and robbery
Big Island police are investigating after a 38-year-old Kailua-Kona man was allegedly assaulted and robbed.
Deadline is Oct. 24 to provide feedback about relocating UH telescope to Hale Pōhaku
The UH Hilo teaching telescope now is undergoing decommissioning at the summit of Maunakea that is scheduled to be completed in 2023.
Pilot program established to help Parks and Rec maintain county parks
To address the employee shortage within the Parks and Recreation’s maintenance division, the Hawai’i County Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a new on-call pilot program.
What to know about Mauna Loa? Civil Defense, Volcano Observatory hosting public information session
A public information session about Mauna Loa will be held on Oct. 22 at the Ocean View Community Center from 1 to 3 p.m.
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for October 21, 2022
The current north swell remains elevated, though it has peaked. It will gradually lower through tonight. The High Surf Advisory was cancelled with the…
EPA enforces closure of three illegal large capacity cesspools on the Big Island
Enforcement action has been taken to close one illegal cesspool at Power Self Storage-Kuakini in Kailua-Kona and two cesspools at Wailuku Professional Plaza in Hilo.
Next Foodie Trek event with Mayor Roth this week
These monthly events are intended to encourage a healthy lifestyle while giving folks the chance to chat with the mayor about anything and everything Big Island.
Hawai‘i police renews request for help locating missing elderly Hilo man
Authorities are renewing their request for help in locating Charles Bruce Graves who hasn’t been heard or seen from since May 17, 2021.
Hawai‘i police ID motorcyclist killed in Hilo crash
Authorities have identified a man killed in a two-vehicle traffic crash in Hilo on Sunday as Hilo resident Ryan Miras.
Single-vehicle crash in Pāhoa leaves 1 woman dead
A single-vehicle crash in Pāhoa left a 49-year-old woman dead late Wednesday evening.
Hawaiʻi County Council approves proposals and priorities for 2023 State Legislature
The Hawai‘i County Council is making sure its voice is heard during the upcoming session of the Hawai‘i State Legislature.
Hilo International Airport to lose last direct flight to U.S. Mainland
On Jan. 7, 2023, United Airline is cutting its Hilo to Los Angeles service, leaving Hilo International Airport with only inter-island flights.
Public unhappy with Hawai’i Police’s operation of Animal Control Services
Animal Control Services Director Regina Serrano said the agencyʻs mission is to protect public safety and deal with animal cruelty not population control.
Above-average rainfall expected for Hawaiʻi’s wet season, October – April
The state’s overall outlook for the upcoming wet season is for above-average rainfall, but there is a possibility of drought continuing on the leeward areas of the Big Island.
How will inflation help lower federal taxes in 2023 tax year for many Americans?
The Internal Revenue Service today announced the tax year 2023 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax changes, which will result in lower taxes for many Americans.
Weekly COVID update: Big Island sees spike in new infections
The state Department of Health reported 2,211 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Oct. 19, bringing the statewide total to 360,490. Three new fatalities were reported. Big Island saw a spike in new infections from 89 last week 372 this week. A map documenting new cases by district throughout all islands can be accessed at the DOH […]
UPDATE: County crews repaired 2 water main breaks along Puakō Beach Drive
The Department of Water Supply is working to repair two water main breaks along Puakō Beach Drive.
‘They acted on instinct’: County official praises lifeguards who pulled body from Hilo public pool
Tuesday morning at Charles “Sparky” Kawamoto Stadium started as any other day. Four lifeguards arrived at 6:30 a.m., they walked around the facility as the area has a history of vandalism, theft and break-ins.
US Interior Department strengthening bond with Native Hawaiians with first formal consultation policy
The new US Interior Department policies and procedures, subject to formal consultation, will further affirm and honor the special political and trust relationship between the United States and the Native Hawaiian community
