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New SSW Builds Today, Peaks Friday
A new south-southwest swell is forecast for Thursday / Friday, peaking Friday afternoon. A second pulse is forecast to…
U.S. Commander Confirms N. Korea’s Threat to Hawai’i
The commander of the U.S. Pacific Command confirmed the threat of North Korea to Hawaiʻi during a House Armed Services Committee hearing today…
UPDATE: What is Best Day of Week to Buy Gas?
GasBuddy today issued a new study that found the best and worst days of the week to buy gas when it comes to optimal savings.
Hilo Girl, 13, Reported Missing
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for 13-year-old Jesstina-Lynn Gomes-Balberdi of Hilo, who was last seen in Hilo on Tuesday morning, April 25.
Suspect Who Fled From HPD Officers Arrested & Charged
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged a 31-year-old Puna man for incidents that occurred in Hilo and Keaʻau over the weekend.
Sen. Schatz Comments on FCC Chairman’s Proposal
“His proposal would take away the American people’s access to a free and open internet and give control to big corporations.”
Hilo Woman Reported Missing
The Hawai‘i Police Department is seeking 68-year-old Glynda Dollar Evangelista of Hilo.
UPDATE: Authorities Search Puna for Peter Boy’s Remains
The deputy prosecutor wouldn’t disclose the exact search location because the investigation is ongoing, but said investigators have not yet found any remains.
Sen. Schatz Comments on National Monument Executive Order
Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement regarding President Donald Trump’s executive order to review national monuments—including the Papahānaumokuākea…
New SSW Swell Expected to Fill in Tomorrow
Surf should be waist high or less today for the Kona side out of the south. Another swell is forecast for Thursday / Friday, peaking Friday…
Moderate East Winds Today, Changes Expected Soon
Moderate east winds are expected through Wednesday with limited windward showers and stable conditions. Winds are forecast to ease and shift …
County Vehicle Theft Suspect Arrested; Investigation Continues
Hawaiʻi Island police have arrested Puna resident Eric Wilson, 19, in connection with the theft of a County of Hawaiʻi Mass Transit vehicle.
Tickets Still Available for Chocolate Festival
Tickets are still available for the Big Island Chocolate Festival scheduled for April 28 and 29 at the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel.
Sen. Schatz: ‘Jeff Sessions Doesn’t Get It’
Sen. Brian Schatz criticized U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions over his dismissive comments about Hawai‘i and U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson.
HPD Arrests Robbery Suspect
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 33-year-old Hilo resident Junior Faleao on Monday, April 24, on suspicion of first-degree robbery.
Kohala Officer of the Quarter: Tyler Prokopec
Officer Tyler Prokopec has been honored as the “Kohala Officer of the Quarter” for the first quarter of 2017.
Drug Take-Back Event Scheduled for Kona, Hilo
Anyone with expired or unused prescription medications is encouraged to bring their medications to the collection sites.
DOCARE Officer Recruitment Underway
The DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement is recruiting candidates to fill approximately 25 enforcement officer positions.
15-Year-Old Hilo Boy Reported Missing
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 15-year-old Hilo boy who was reported missing.
Hawai‘i County Unveils Enhanced Mulch Distribution Policy
Enhanced mulch, which is being processed at the East Hawa‘i Organics Facility located at the South Hilo Sanitary Landfill, is now available.
