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Study: Hawaii Ranks No. 1 for #Shots
Hawaiʻi ranks among the top states in the nation for alcohol consumption, according to a new Instagram study that analyzed over 100,000 Instagram posts nationwide mentioning the hashtag “#party.” A team of researchers at DrugAbuse.com, an addiction treatment website, conducted the review which revealed the Aloha State ranks No. 1 nationwide for #party posts containing the hashtag […]
Advisory Level Surf Expected for Kona Side
Our current west-northwest swell is forecast to peak Saturday afternoon at advisory levels. A larger northwest swell is forecast for early next…
Gusty Southwest Winds Expected This Weekend
A strong cold front is expected to reach Kauai mid Saturday morning and Oahu and Maui Saturday afternoon. The front is forecast to stall and dissipate…
‘Hawai‘i’s Most Wanted:’ Abuse, Assault & Warrants
One man is wanted for assaulting a police officer, another man is wanted for questioning in an abuse case and a third man is wanted on four bench warrants.
West Hawai’i SBDC to Offer Business Plan Workshop
The West Hawai’i Small Business Development Center will once again present its “How to Write a Business Plan Workshop.”
Jeremiah Hull Awarded Officer of the Month
In another case, Officer Hull’s observations resulted in the recovery of nearly an ounce of methamphetamine from a suspected narcotics distributor.
Kona Algae Developer Collaborates on Sustainable Ink
This ink will replace conventional ink that uses petroleum products and other finite chemicals, most of which are toxic.
Shifting Winds Ahead of Cold Front, Hazy Skies
A cold front is forecast to approach the islands today and tonight and push through Oahu and Kauai on Saturday, before stalling out over Maui County Saturday night. Breezy …
New Swell Fills in for Weekend
The next swell is forecast to fill in Friday night and peak Saturday afternoon with advisory level surf expected. A larger northwest swell is forecast…
Hakalau Stream Bridge/Park to Close Indefinitely
The Hakalau Stream Bridge located on Old Māmalahoa Highway will be completely closed beginning on Friday, Feb. 10, at 5 p.m.
NASA Simulates Future Satellite Images Above Hawaii Volcanoes
From late January through February 2017, NASA is conducting this high-altitude airborne remote sensing data collection campaign over the State of Hawai‘i.
Hawaiian Airlines to Waive Change Fees for Those Headed to NE
Hawaiian Airlines will waive reservation change fees and differences in fares for customers needing to change travel plans to the NE due to Winter Storm Niko.
Coast Guard Responds to Illegal Lava-Viewing Charters
The spot where lava meets the ocean is one of the most dangerous park areas because it could potentially collapse, sending dangerous projectiles into the air.
Senators Call for Review of Travel Ban/Wall, Costs/Impacts
Today, a group of senators led by U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz requested a review of the actions and costs associated with President Trump’s executive orders…
Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Address Nursing Shortage
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard joined fellow lawmakers in introducing the bipartisan Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Act (HR 959).
Kona-Kohala Chamber Presents Mayoral Luncheon
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim and select cabinet members will discuss West Hawai‘i’s economy at the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Luncheon.
Man Arrested for Attempted Murder in Shooting Incident
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged the 29-year-old man who was arrested early Tuesday, Feb. 7 for a shooting incident Monday night, Feb. 6.
Nice Weather Today, Front Expected for Weekend
Winds are forecast to slowly veer east through Thursday with nice, dry weather expected. A strong cold front is expected to move down the island…
WNW Fading Today, New Swell on Horizon
Our current west-northwest is expected to hold through Thursday morning before beginning to fade back out…
Hilo Bank Robbery Suspect in Custody
A suspect had entered the bank, produced a note demanding money and fled the area with an undisclosed amount of cash.
