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Hawai‘i to Be Site of First Moon Settlement Prototype
NASA’s plans for a Deep Space Gateway in orbit around the moon will create an environment for international and public/private collaboration…
Hawaiian Electric Warns About Phone Scammers
The company says that within recent weeks they have received dozens of fraud reports, with some customers paying hundreds of dollars to phone scammers.
Dome May Provide Temporary Shelter for Hawai‘i Homeless
The dome may be incorporated into a comprehensive plan to address homelessness.
Surf Drops for Southern Exposures, East Lingers
A High Surf Advisory remains in effect for the east facing shores through early Saturday morning. East shore surf should trend down into the…
Winds Become Light For Weekend
Decreasing clouds and showers are expected through early Saturday morning. Our winds are forecast to weaken this weekend which will allow local afternoon sea…
Hawai‘i Island Lane & Road Closures: Oct. 7–13
Temporary road and lane closures on the Big Island are scheduled from Saturday, Oct. 6, to Friday, Oct. 13, 2017.
Hawai‘i Volcano Activity Update: Oct. 5, 2017
On the East Rift Zone, the 61g flow remained active, with surface breakouts downslope of Pu‘u ‘Ō‘ō and lava entering the ocean near Kamokuna.
Maunakea Scholars Program Expands
Expansion of the Maunakea Scholars Program brings new, enhanced cultural education and an Increase in participants.
Big Island Marine Agronomy Business to Receive Clean Energy Research Funding
Kampachi Farms in Kaiua-Kona will receive $500,000 to harness the power of seaweed as a potential energy source.
Advisory Level Surf Today for Big Island
A High Surf Advisory remains in effect for the east facing shores through today in response to the strong trade winds. East shore surf should trend…
Ka‘ū Brush Fire Burns 10 Acres
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department reported that crews battled a brush fire along the edge of and within a ravine in the Ka‘ū District.
Increased Showers Expected Tonight for Big Island
Breezy trade winds will be strongest along and behind a weakening front that is forecast to move down the island chain from Kauai to Maui County today. Showers wil…
Hawai‘i to Challenge ‘Travel Ban 3.0’
Hawai‘i filed supplemental briefing with the United States Supreme Court today regarding the Hawaii vs. Trump litigation.
Officials to Ensure Safety for Ironman Practice, Race
Coast Guard, Ocean Safety, Hawai’i County Fire to ensure safety for Ironman racers.
HPD Makes Kealoha Beach Park Drug Arrest
Hawaiʻi island police arrested a Hilo man at Kealoha Beach Park in Keaukaha on Wednesday, Oct. 4, responding to complaints of drug activity in the area.
HOVE Fire Destroys Abandoned Structure
A single-story residential structure at the intersection of Koa Lane and Lei Parkway in the Hawaiian Ocean View Estates Subdivision was destroyed in a fire.
Gale Warning Issued for Alenuihaha Channel
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Gale Warning for Pailolo Channel and Alenuihaha Channel through 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017.
Hawaiian Acres Shooting Victim in Serious Condition
The HPD is investigating a reported shooting incident in Puna on Oct. 5 that resulted in a man sustaining gunshot wounds to his chest and head.
Marco Segobia Named ‘Officer of the Year’
Segobia was part of an investigation that shut down a major drug trafficking operation
