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Hilo Man Arrested for Stealing Bus for Second Time
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged Kawelo Nakamura, a 21-year-old Hilo man, for stealing a county mass transit bus for the second time.
U.S. Destroyer Shoots Down Missile in Test Off Hawai‘i
The U.S. military shot down a medium-range ballistic missile during a test off Hawai‘i, one day after North Korea launched a similar missile over Japan.
Winds up to 20 mph or More Today
Light to moderate winds are forecast through Thursday with clouds and showers favoring our usual windward and mauka spots. Some afternoon…
Surf Begins to Build Later Today
Surf along south facing shores is expected to rise through the second half of the work week. Thursday it should get above advisory level..
IRS: Beware of Charity Scams Relating to Hurricane Harvey
The Internal Revenue Service today issued a warning about possible fake charity scams emerging due to Hurricane Harvey.
Hawaiian Electric Companies Submits Grid Modernization Plan
Hawaiian Electric Companies filed its Grid Modernization Strategy with the PUC, providing a roadmap for building more resilient, renewable-ready island grids.
19th Annual Taste of Hilo Tickets on Sale
The Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Hawaii has scheduled its 19th Annual Taste of Hilo for Sunday, Oct. 22, at Sangha Hall.
Kamehameha Schools Closer to Finding Lessee to Oversee Hāmākua Forestry
Kamehameha Schools has moved closer to selecting a new lessee to oversee operations and harvesting of more than 10,000 acres of forest on the Hāmākua Coast.
Hilo High School Earns Special Olympics Recognition
Hilo High School was recognized for their efforts to provide inclusive sports and activities for students with and without disabilities.
Five Hawai‘i Island Red Cross Volunteers Head to Texas, Louisiana
Five volunteers from the Big Island, four volunteers from Maui, one volunteer from Molokai, and six volunteers from O‘ahu will be heading to Texas or Louisiana.
Kīlauea Volcano Overflight: Hawai‘i Island Lava Delta Persists
The expanding lava delta at Kamokuna on Hawai‘i Island is still intact, but for how much longer?
Light to Moderate Trades, Afternoon Downpours Possible
Light to moderate trade winds are forecast for the next few days with showers favoring our usual windward and mauka spots. Some afternoon…
A Larger South Swell is Forecast to Fill in Late Wednesday
Tuesday swell is fading for southern exposures. A larger south swell is forecast to fill in late Wednesday into Thursday, hold Friday into…
Hawai‘i Island Mayor Opposes Permanent County TAT Cap
The County of Hawai’i opposes the permanent cap on the counties’ share of the TAT.
Ninole Burglary Suspect Arrested: Another Suspect Wanted
The Hawai‘i Police Department arrested one man and is looking for a second suspect in connection with a residential burglary in Nīnole.
Paʻauilo Man Dies as Result of Motorcycle Crash
A 43-year-old Paʻauilo man died following a single vehicle crash Sunday morning, Aug. 27, 2017, in Paʻauilo.
Suspect Arrested in Connection With Puna Fatality
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged Gaelynn Kahe‘e in connection with the traffic fatality in Puna on Thursday, Aug. 24.
Wyatt Kaili-Leong Named Officer of the Month
Officer Wyatt Kaili-Leong, a 6-year police veteran, has been named the officer of the month by the East Hawai‘i Aloha Exchange Club.
HCF Conference Addresses Budget Cuts for Nonprofits
Nearly 300 nonprofit executives and board members attended the event.
Light Winds Continue, Brief Uptick Wednesday
Light trade winds are forecast through Tuesday with showers favoring our usual windward and mauka spots. A brief uptick in winds is expected Wednesday…
