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Hawaiian Homes Will Remove Structure Near Kipuka Pu‘u Huluhulu
“Following a posted Noticed To Vacate, DHHL will remove the structure as soon as resources become available.”
Massive Tree Planting Project Aims to Make Hawai‘i Carbon Neutral
Carbon Neutrality Challenge project aims to make Hawaiʻi the first carbon-neutral state in the US.
UPDATE: Poorly Organized Tropical Depression Still Far South of Hawai‘i
A small, well-defined low-pressure system quickly developed late yesterday and early this morning over the far western portion of the eastern North Pacific.
BBB Warns of Hurricane Dorian Scams
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Hawai‘i is warning of scammers who may try to capitalize on the destruction left by Hurricane Dorian.
HELCO Works to Restore Power After Eruption
HELCO is currently working to reconnect 28 customers residing east of the Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV) facility.
Missing: Kyle Brittain, 27, Hilo
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 27-year-old Kyle Brittain who is reported as missing.
Female Suspect Charged With Slew of Crimes
The Hawai‘i Police Department (HPD) has arrested and charged a Puna woman with a slew of crimes following a robbery in Honoka‘a on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019.
VIDEO: Hiker Still Missing; Family Requests Help
Kyle Brittain was last seen Friday morning at the Waipio Valley Lookout. He asked for directions to the nearest restroom and hasn’t been heard from since.
HDOT, Attorney Gen. Update Status of Mauna Kea Access Road, DKI Hwy.
“The public is reminded that Mauna Kea Access Road is a public road controlled by DOT and that the current blockade is unlawful.”
Just the 2 of Us Serves Up Southern Cuisine
Just the 2 of Us Southern Cuisine opened the doors to their new brick and mortar location and comfort food lovers couldn’t be happier.
Hawai‘i Island Weekend Road Closures, Aug. 30–Sept. 1
The State of Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation has announced the following temporary lane closures through Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019.
Hilina Fault System, Large Earthquakes Linked
Scientists recently reanalyzed deformation data on Kīlauea’s south flank and found that only a few isolated portions of the Hilina fault system moved.
Ex-Cop Gets Probation for Child Sex Assaults
Teddy O. Van Lerberghe, 45, was charged in 2017 with seven counts of sexual assault of a 5-year-old between the years of 2004 and 2008.
Don’t Drug and Drive, HPD Warns
Labor Day Weekend is just a few days away and the Hawai’i Police Department (HPD) has made known its intention to seek out drunk and/or high drivers.
The Poke Market: Tiny But Terrific
Have you ever eaten something and afterward, felt like you were a better person for having eaten it?
Big Island Housing Market Shows Surprising Resilience
Elite Pacific Properties Agent Nate Gaddis provided an Big Island real estate update on Aug. 28, 2019.
Flood Advisory in Effect for Hawai‘i Island
At 4:31 P.M. HST, radar indicated heavy rain over the leeward slopes of the Big Island. Rain was falling at a rate of up to 2 inches per hour.
Suspects Bumble Through Burglary in Waimea
Waimea Coffee Company was burgled over the weekend by a pair of suspects.
DOH Requires Additional Student Immunizations
Students who are up-to-date with their vaccinations in accordance with the CDC’s national recommendations will be in compliance with the new requirements.
HPD Seeks Suspect in Attempted Murder Case
HPD is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted for outstanding warrants and for questioning in connection with an attempted murder investigation.
