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25th Pana‘ewa Rodeo Stampede Results
An estimated 9,000 Big Island residents and visitors turned out over Presidents’ Day weekend for the 25th Annual Hawai‘i Horse Owners Panaewa Stampede Rodeo.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for all Hawaiian Islands from noon HST today through Wednesday afternoon.
Rescued Pueo Put to Sleep
Authorities say they decided to put the animal to sleep to prevent continued suffering, as it would likely require pain medication for the rest of its life.
Three HPD Officers Promoted to Captain
Hawai‘i Police Department Chief Paul Ferreira has announced three promotions to the rank of captain.
KAPA Radio Holds Keiki Food Drive
Fourteen public elementary schools on the island of Hawaiʻi benefited from KAPA Radio’s 2016 Keiki Food Drive.
Today’s Forecast: Snowfall Possible on Summits
East-southeast winds are forecast to strengthen a bit on Monday before dropping off again Tuesday. High clouds are expected Monday through Wednesday…
WNW Continues and Eases in the Afternoon
Our current west-northwest swell continues Monday with an easing trend in the afternoon. A fun size swell is forecast for the 5th if the models ring…
Upcoming Repair Closes Waika‘alulu Gulch Bridge
The Waika‘alulu Gulch Bridge mauka of Highway 19 on Ka‘apahu Road will be closed for repair work between 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. from Feb. 27 through March 1.
5 Surprising Things That Make the Big Island Unique & Special
Did you know 3 of the Big Island’s mountains are record-breaking? The tallest, largest and most active mountains in the world are here. Lake Waiau is the highest…
Disturbance Expected Sunday
Moderate trade winds are forecast through the weekend. Drier than usual conditions are expected through Sunday morning and then a disturbance will take hold…
Long Period Swell Peaks Today for Big Island
A large long-period northwest swell has been building overnight. This swell is expected to peak today before slowly fading through Monday. A gale north of the area…
Police Seek Suspects in Attempted Puppy Theft
At approximately 1:30 a.m. Friday, a pair of individuals broke open a gate securing the kennel area of the Kona Humane Society and removed a 1-year-old American Stratfordshire Terrier named “Cholo.”
Conrad Bidal Named Officer of the Month for February
Bidal assisted in evacuating occupants of apartments above Luquin’s restaurant during a midnight fire that destroyed the structure.
Winds on a Decreasing Trend Into the Weekend
Our winds are forecast to decrease in speed into the weekend. Windward and mauka spots will continue to receive most of our clouds and shower…
Swell Fading Today, New Swell Tomorrow
Our current west-northwest has peaked and will ease on Friday. A stronger west-northwest is forecast for the weekend. This new energy…
Remotely Measuring the Temperature of Kīlauea Lava
One of the most important characteristics of active lava is its eruption temperature.
Invasive Species Awareness Week Highlights Voluneerism, Successes
Hawai‘i’s 5th annual Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Week has begun with a series of volunteer opportunities and will end with a ceremony in Gov. David Ige’s office to recognize people and organizations who have been instrumental in the fight against invasive species. One of the people who will be honored is Carolyn Dillon, who made outstanding efforts […]
Protect Medicare Community Meeting Scheduled for Hilo
AARP Hawaii will hold a “Protect Medicare” Community Meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 28, in Hilo .
WNW Swell Builds Today for Big Island
A new west-northwest is forecast to build Thursday and ease on Friday. A stronger west-northwest is forecast for the…
Breezy Winds up to 25 mph Today for Big Island
Breezy winds are forecast through Friday with lighter winds taking over for the weekend and into early next week. Clouds and showers should favor windward and mauka…
