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Two Fishermen Missing Off Big Island Coast
Police, HFD personnel and the Coast Guard are engaged in a joint rescue operation off the SE coast of the Big Island after two fishermen went missing there.
Remote Legislative Access Bill Heads to Senate Floor
A long sought after measure by those on the neighbor islands, this is the first time a remote access bill has carried through all committees in both legislative chambers.
Police Investigate BJ Penn for DUI Following Traffic Incident
On Friday, Feb. 7, at approximately 7 p.m., Penn was operating a black Toyota Tacoma pickup truck when it was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Route 11 in Hilo.
First Person Sent to Coronavirus Quarantine in Hawai‘i
Health officials are also monitoring 26 people across the state for signs of Coronavirus. All have been to at least one part of China within the last two weeks.
DOH Monitoring 26 for Possible Coronavirus in Hawai‘i
A press briefing is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday to provide more details of the situation to the public.
Police Seek Info on Anonymous Vandal
Police seek assistance identifying a suspect responsible for property damage.
HPD Identifies Kohala Crash Victim
The motorcycle was in a passing zone and sideswiped a southbound gray 2016 Chevrolet Silverado pickup.
Fast-Acting Firefighters Douse Hilo Blaze
Bystanders were observed attempting to douse the flames with garden hoses.
HPD Search for Unidentified Robbery Suspect
Police caution anyone from approaching the suspect and instead advise them to call the police.
High Wind Possible Across Much of Big Island
Due to the potential impacts of high wind, Civil Defense is asking the public to tie down loose objects or move them indoors before sundown.
High Wind Warning, Small Craft Advisory for Big Island
The wind warning for summits will remain until Sunday, while the small craft advisory is in effect until Friday.
Tiger Shark Attack in South Maui
Ocean Safety patrols on jet skis and reported the possible sighting of three tiger sharks of at least 10 feet.
High Wind Watch for Big Island Summits Until Sunday
A high wind watch for the summits means there is the potential for a hazardous high wind event. Sustained winds of at least 56 mph or gusts of 66 mph or stronger may occur.
Trump Acquitted of Impeachment Charges
The US Senate acquitted President Donald Trump of both articles of impeachment Wednesday, one day following his State of the Union Address.
Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendants Picket at Big Island Airports
Picketing Hawaiian Airline flight attendants leaflet airports throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
County Council Squashes Herbicide Resolution
Departments are working toward an herbicide tracking system that would incorporate GIS mapping and real-time data entry, but are only in the early stages of development.
Hazardous Winds Possible at Big Island Summits This Week
The precise details on the timing and actual wind speeds are still uncertain, but high wind watches/warnings will likely be needed for the Big Island summits later this week, NWS said.
New Maunakea Administrative Rules Unpacked
In all cases where an activity is prohibited, an exemption may be requested by applying for a special use permit.
