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Big Island Residents Halt Punalu‘u Excavation
Big Island residents expressed outrage and disbelief in reaction to a tour boat operator who used heavy machinery to excavate the historic Punalu‘u Wharf.
Vehicle Reg/Driver’s License Computer System Down
The Hawai’i County Vehicle Registration and Licensing Division is unable to process vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses due to a computer breakdown.
HFD Remains on Scene of Highway 19 Brush Fire
The HPD reported the closure of Highway 19 in both directions at the 32 Mile Marker just north of O‘okala in the Honoka‘a District due to a brush fire.
Pu‘u Pua‘i Overlook Reopens
The Pu‘u Pua‘i Overlook has reopened after being closed since February to protect breeding nēnē—endangered Hawaiian geese—in the area. During the closure, the nēnē parents successfully raised their single gosling and the family has now moved on to their summer grounds. It’s been a decade since the last gosling was reared in the vicinity; that […]
Lots of Sunshine in the Forecast for Today
Clouds and light showers are expected for our usual windward and mauka spots with lots of sunshine for leeward spots. A disturbance is expected…
Swells Hold for Both Kona and Hilo Side Today
Our current south-southwest swell is holding through Tuesday before fading Wednesday. A couple more swells are expected for June 29th…
Supreme Court Upholds Blocks on Travel and Refugee Bans
The travel ban and refugee ban remain blocked and will not go into effect for people with a “bona fide” connection to the United States.
Hilo International Airport Receives FAA Award
Hilo International Airport received an award for outstanding and continued safety and compliance performance from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Free Presentation: How to Live with a Life-Limiting Illness
Kupu Care is inviting the public to a free community talk titled, “How to Live with a Life-Limiting Illness.”
Annual Fueling Dreams Drives Support for Special Olympics
Drivers can make a donation to Special Olympics Hawai’i at any one of 45 participating Hele, 76 and Tesoro locations statewide starting Wednesday, July 5.
Duane Rapoza Earns Officer of the Month Award
Hawai‘i Police Department Officer Duane Rapoza Jr. has been selected as the East Hawaiʻi Aloha Exchange Club’s June 2017 Officer of the Month.
Governor Signs Heat Abatement Bill for Cooler Classrooms
HB 957 will expedite cooler classrooms while reducing energy consumption and electricity costs.
DOE Transition Center Initiative Honors Rep. Mark Takai
Transition Centers will expand islandwide, named in honor of the late Congressman K. Mark Takai for his staunch support of military-dependent students.
New Website Supports Sexual Assault Survivors
Project Mālama Kākou initiative helps survivors get results from sexual assault kits.
Winds Fill Back in Today up to 20 mph
The trade winds are forecast to build back in Monday becoming breezy by Tuesday. Drier and more stable conditions are expected Monday through…
NE Swell Fills in, SSW Holds Today for Big Island
Our current south-southwest swell is fading but a reinforcement will keep wave heights maintained through Monday and Tuesday. A couple more…
Weekend Surf: Spring Tides Continue, SSW Swell Holds
A new reinforcing south-southwest swell peaked near advisory levels Friday and will keep surf on south shores elevated through the…
Lighter Winds for Weekend, Unstable Weather Possible
A disturbance is forecast to pass over the islands this weekend. This will weaken the trades and increase showers for some areas. That weather…
HVO Logs Renewed Seismic Activity at Lō‘ihi Volcano
There have been recent increases in earthquake activity at Lō‘ihi, the Hawaiian Island chain’s youngest and still submarine volcano.
Sen. Hirono Expresses Disdain Regarding TrumpCare
Senate Democrats are going to do whatever they can to fight TrumpCare—universal healthcare is a right, not a privilege for those who can afford it.
