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Sen. Schatz Denounces Anti-Refugee, Anti-Immigrant Bill
Sen. Brian Schatz today announced his support of legislation that would block President Donald Trump’s recent anti-refugee and anti-immigrant executive order.
Sen. Kahele Introduces Hilo Community Economic District Bill
Hawai‘i State Sen. Kaiali‘i Kahele introduced a bill to create the Hilo Community Economic District.
Gov. Ige Issues Statement on U.S. Immigration
Gov. David Ige issued a statement on immigration to the United States.
Large Surf for Hilo Side, Kona Catching Wrap
Our current swell is slowly easing but still keeping wave heights elevated. A new northwest pulse is expected Monday…
Forecast: Wind Advisory Posted for 55 mph Gusts
Behind a departing front, gusty and cool north winds are forecast to continue through Monday. Dry weather is expected Tuesday into Wednesday…
TMT Hearing: Does the Project Meet the Eight Criteria?
There are eight criteria the Department of Land and Natural Resources must evaluate before allowing construction on a conservation district, such as Mauna Kea.
Windy Conditions Expected for Sunday, Monday
A cold front is moving through the state Sunday, the National Weather Service in Honolulu reported on Saturday, Jan. 28, at 8:40 p.m.
Volcanoes Park Centennial Events for February
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park continues its tradition of sharing Hawaiian culture and After Dark in the Park programs with the public throughout 2017.
NW Swell Fading, New Swells Fill in This Weekend
Our current northwest swell is forecast to ease into Saturday. Over the weekend, back-to-back large swells are expected…
Front Pushes Down Island Chain This Weekend
We expect nice weather and light winds until a cold front arrives and moves down the island chain late Saturday through Sunday. A breezy, cool and dry north to northeast…
Hakalau Man Arrested for Firearms, Terroristic Threatening
Detectives arrested a Hakalau man late Thursday afternoon, Jan. 26, as part of their investigation into a firearms incident earlier in the day in Puna.
Scheduled Lane Closures: Jan. 27–29, 2017
The DOT and the County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures Friday–Sunday, Jan. 27–29.
Record Rain: Nearly 9 inches!
The last weather event that impacted Hilo brought a record amount of rain to the Hamakua coast and through the saddle. The Hilo International Airport rain gauge…
East Hawaiʻi Officer of the Month: Paul Mangus
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaiʻi recognized Community Policing Officer Paul Mangus on Thursday, Jan. 26, as the East Hawaiʻi “Officer of the Month” for January. Mangus was honored for his commitment to improving relationships between the police department and the community. During the past year, he organized two “Coffee with a Cop” events […]
Near Drowning Off Honoli‘i Beach Park
Hawai‘i Fire Department personnel responded to a report of a kayaker in distress off the shore of Honoli‘i Beach Park on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017.
Crusin’ Keokea Beach Park with Tita Nui
Keokea Beach Park offers some of the best facilities in the North Kohala area.
NW Easing, Two Swells Filling in This Weekend
Our current northwest swell is forecast to continue easing but it won’t be long before another swell builds back in. Over the weekend, back…
Sunny Skies Today, Front Expected This Weekend
Trade winds are forecast to continue weakening Friday. Mostly dry weather is expected into Saturday before a cold front begins to impact the state. As the cold front moves…
HPD Investigating ‘Shots Fired’ Report in Puna
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a firearms incident initially reported as “gunshots fired” in the Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision in lower Puna.
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway Widening to Resume
The Hawai‘i DOT, Goodfellow Bros. and project team members have announced that Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway Phase 2 construction will resume Monday, Jan. 30, 2017.
