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UPDATE: Beaches/Parks Reopen
Following a recommendation from Hawai‘i County Ocean Safety, the DLNR Division of State Parks today closed some beach areas.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.7 Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a magnitude 6.7 earthquake (preliminary measurement) occurred at 1:04 p.m. today in the Solomon Islands region.
Matson to Pay $725,000 More for Molasses Spill
Today, the EPA announced a settlement with Matson over federal Clean Water Act violations relating to the September 2013 molasses spill into Honolulu Harbor.
Exploring USGS Volcano Observatories—Part 3: California
As part of Volcano Awareness Month, our January Volcano Watch articles are exploring the USGS’ volcano observatories and their connections to Hawai‘i.
UPDATE 2: Kailua-Kona Man Charged in Home Robbery
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a reported robbery in an apartment early today in Kailua-Kona.
Annual Kā Moku o Keawe Makahiki Festival
Hundreds of people of all ages will meet at Waimea Park on Saturday, Jan. 21, for a day filled with camaraderie, fun and traditional Makahiki games.
Mitsubishi Electric Championship Set for Scenic Hualalai
l\Legendary figures in the game of golf are set to compete the week of Jan. 16 to 21.
Help Restore Native Forests With Nāpu‘u Conservation Outreach
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Pu’u Wa’awa’a Ahupua’a Program has many volunteer opportunities for the community. Their mission, as stated…
High Winds Expected for Weekend, Today’s Forecast
Moderate to breezy trade winds are expected through Thursday with winds becoming light and variable Thursday night and Friday as a front approaches. The front will pass…
High Surf Warning in Effect for Kona Side
A new elevated west-northwest swell is expected to peak Thursday up to double overhead at the best exposures. The swell starts easing into Friday…
Three Rescued From Sunken Vessel Off Big Island
Three boaters were rescued by the Coast Guard after their 48-foot sailing vessel, Bobo Link, sank 2.5 miles off of Hapuna Beach today.
UPDATE 2: High Surf Warning Downgraded to Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the West-facing shores of Kohala, Kona and Ka‘u through Thursday, Jan.
St. Joseph School Earns Highest Ranking
St. Joseph School in Hilo is the No. 1 Catholic high school in the state.
Sen Schatz: Climate Denier Must Not Lead EPA
Sen. Schatz outlined Pruitt’s record of undermining the EPA and denying manmade climate change.
Very Windy Weekend Ahead
The National Weather Service in Honolulu predicts that a strong high pressure system will pass north of the islands this weekend…
Waikoloa Man Faces Numerous Felony Charges
A Waikoloa man faces numerous felony charges following his arrest for drug and firearms offenses.
HPD Investigating Pāhoa Burglary
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a reported burglary in Pāhoa over the weekend.
Big Changes in Weather Expected Late in the Week
Moderate to breezy trade winds are forecast through Wednesday night. The trades are expected to ease a bit on Thursday and become light and variable Thursday night and Friday as a front…
WNW Swell Builds Today for Parts of Big Island
A new elevated west-northwest swell is slated to build through Wednesday and peak Thursday up to double overhead…
HPD Seeks Witnesses to Start of Pāhoa Fire
The fire began just after midnight Monday at a vacant business at 15-2948 Pāhoa Government Road next to Luquin’s Restaurant in Pāhoa town.
