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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.
Supreme Court Says State Failed at PTA
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court ruled unanimously last week that the state has failed to appropriately manage Pohakuloa Training Area land occupied by the US Army.
HPD Task Force Lands Eight Arrests
HPD formed a new task force to up efforts over the last two weeks to bring in suspects on outstanding warrants and those connected to a variety of other crimes.
Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Returns
The award-winning Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is recognized is the oldest food festival in Hawai‘i.
VIDEO: Nine TMT Protestors Plead Not Guilty
Eight of the 38 kūpuna arrested on July 17 for blocking Mauna Kea Access Road appeared in Hilo District Court for arraignment today.
Scheduled Weekend Lane Closures: Aug.23–25
The State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road and lane closures on the Big Island Friday through Sunday, Aug. 23 to 25, 2019.
NOAA Expects ‘Extreme Bleaching Event’
Hawai‘i is only weeks away from experiencing what scientists expect will be the worst coral bleaching event in the state’s history.
UH Board of Regents Pushes Rules Decision
Members of the public will have the opportunity to provide written and oral in-person testimony.
HPD Hits Crime Spree Suspect With Charges
The Hawaiʻi Police Department (HPD) arrested Joshua Hams, 38, on Wednesday just before 1:40 p.m. at a home on Kalamauka Street in Kailua-Kona.
Uncle Robert’s Night Market Closes Indefinitely
Uncle Robert’s Night Market, the weekly event announced an indefinite shutdown on social media platforms Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019.
Sen. Hirono Criticizes Trump Administration’s Latest Migrant Children Ruling
Sen. Mazie Hirono released a statement after the Trump Administration announced a final rule aimed at dismantling protections for migrant children.
County Spent Over $3 Million on Maunakea
County officials say they will send invoices to the state Attorney General’s Office for reimbursement but it is unknown when the transaction will be finalized.
High Surf Advisory in Effect for Big Island
Expect ocean water occasionally sweeping across portions of beaches, very strong breaking waves and strong currents.
HPD Arrests 23 Motorists for DUI Violations
Hawaiʻi Island Police arrested 23 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the week of Aug. 12 through Aug. 18, 2019.
Woman Flees Police on Irrelevant Bicycle
The female ended up near the waters edge on Hilo Bay Front where she ditched the bike and jumped into the water, swimming away.
KBIG-FM to Host So You Think You Can Sing?
KBIG-FM is inviting all local vocals out to its So You Think You Can Sing? competition set for the Big Island Fair at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, 2019.
