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HPD Seeks Identity in Burglary
On May 22, South Hilo Patrol officers responded to a reported of a burglary in progress at a commercial building located at 224 Kamehameha Ave. in Hilo.
Trade Wind Weather Prevails Today
Our trade winds are expected to strengthen a bit Wednesday through Friday to moderate to locally strong. As we approach the weekend, winds are expected…
Small Southerly Pulse Holds Today
Our current small southwest swell holds at just knee to waist high waves at the best exposures. Just small pulses of southerly…
Emergency Siren Test Scheduled for Aug. 1
The Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency monthly test is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 1, 2016, at 11:45 a.m.
Next Week: Mayoral Candidate Questionnaire Results
Big Island Now will provide an issue-focused, online forum based on a questionnaire sent to each candidate on Wednesday, Aug. 3.
Wetter Than Usual for Weekend
The trades will carry areas of tropical moisture over the islands while a passing disturbance high in the atmosphere will make the conditions more unstable over…
Small Southwest Filters in for Weekend
Our current southerly pulse fades out through the weekend. A small southwest swell will fill in bringing just knee to waist high waves to the best exposures. We may see…
HPD Seeking Info About Assault in Puna
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for information about an assault Monday, July 25, in Puna.
Governor Allocates $12 Million for Homelessness Effort
Gov. David Ige has announced that $12M in funding will be focused on the most visible and chronically homeless people in Hawai‘i.
Volcanoes National Park Centennial Event Lineup
Celebrate and “Find Your Park” during August with five fee-free dates, a native plant giveaway, the annual Cultural Festival and BioBlitz and many other events.
Income Levels for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
Free and reduced-price meals are available for children unable to pay the full price of meals at school.
VOLCANO WATCH: Beware of Lava Entering the Ocean
When lava enters the ocean for sustained periods of time, the island-building activity creates a unique set of hazards that may be unknown to many people.
Wetter Weekend Weather Expected, Today’s Forecast
Breezy trade winds will keep blowing over the islands. A dry, stable atmosphere will keep rainfall to a minimum for the next day…
Small Craft Advisory Posted, Surf Report
Our current southerly pulse holds through Friday with a fading trend over Saturday. We may see better…
VOLCANO VIDEO: ‘Pele Reunites With Na Maka’
Paradise Helicopters reports that Pele has once again reunited with her sister, Na Maka, the Goddess of the Sea.
Hilo Medical Center Achieves Four-Star Rating
Hilo Medical Center was one of just four hospitals statewide to achieve the coveted four-star ranking for “Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings.”
Gusty Winds Continue Today up to 40 mph
Breezy trade winds are expected to stay in place through the week. Relatively dry and stable trade wind weather should continue through…
Trade Swell up a Notch Today
Trade swell is expected to increase over the next couple of days for Thursday and…
Gov. Creates Marine Reserve West of Hawai‘i Island
Gov. David Ige signed a new rule last week to create a new marine reserve at Ka‘ūpūlehu on the west coast of Hawai‘i island.
Council Approves Hualalai Kai Senior Housing Project
The Hawai’i County Council approved the development of the Hualalai Kai Senior Housing project in West Hawai’i.
