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Breezy Today, Increased Showers Expected Soon
Breezy trade winds will now continue through Friday before slowing down a bit over the weekend. Increased showers are expected to be more likely from Thursday…
Four Arrested in Connection With 2015 Murder of Hōlualoa Man
The Hawai‘i Police Department has arrested four individuals for the murder of a 71-year-old Hōlualoa man from August 2015.
Kea‘au Structure Destroyed in Fire
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department responded to the report of a structure blaze in Kea‘au on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
UH Receives Presigious Research Accreditation
UH is now recognized as a top research institution that follows rigorous standards for ethics, quality and protections while conducting human research.
HPD UPDATE: 4 Wanted on Outstanding Warrants
Hawai’i Island police are asking the public’s assistance with locating four men wanted for outstanding bench warrants.
Hawai‘i Ramps Up Efforts Against Mosquito-Borne Disease
The state of Hawai‘i has recently reached several milestones in mosquito-borne disease prevention and response.
SSW & NE Swells Fading Today for Big Island
Our current south-southwest swell is slowly fading Wednesday. A couple more swells are expected for June 29th and July 3rd…
Breezy Winds Forecast for Today Before Slowing
Breezy trade winds are expected to continue through Thursday. Winds are forecast to slow down a bit over the weekend. Dry and stable conditions…
Over 5,000 Join Rep. Gabbard Hurricane, Disaster Preparedness Town Hall
More than 5,000 residents of Hawai‘i’s Second Congressional District participated in Rep. Tulsi Gabbard’s interactive “Telephone Town Hall.”
Volcano Overflight: Lava Delta Expands to Three Acres
“A lava lake in rare form, gorgeous pahoehoe flows above the Pali, and lots of visible lava on the over three-acre ocean entry lava delta!”
AARP: Senate’s Age Tax Would Slam Seniors
A new analysis of the Senate’s proposed healthcare bill shows that older Hawai‘i residents would pay much higher premiums or go without insurance coverage.
Kohala Golf Park Project Asks for Community’s Help
The Kohala Golf Park Project is an effort to resurrect the Kamehameha Golf Center located in Kapa‘au.
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.
