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High Surf Closes Portions of Pu’uhonua o Honaunau
The picnic area, 1871 trail and Pu’uhonua are all closed.
Gabbard Resigns from DNC Post to Back Sanders
“As a veteran of two Middle East deployments, I know firsthand the cost of war. I know how important it is that our Commander in Chief,” Representative Gabbard said in her announcement.
Offensive Woes Plague UH-Hilo Against #17 APU
Despite hanging around in the first half with 17th-ranked Azusa Pacific University, the University of Hawai’i at Hilo women’s basketball team struggled to score, leading to a loss.
Vulcans’ Comeback Falls Short in Season Finale
A win would have sent UH-Hilo to next week’s PacWest Conference tournament, but instead, the Vulcans will miss the postseason for a fourth straight year.
Dates Set for 2016 HIBT in Kona
This year’s Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament will run from July 30 to Aug. 6.
Shifting Winds Expected This Weekend
Light winds tonight are expected to shift to gentle trades Saturday with a few light windward showers. Light winds and sea breezes will return Sunday with some…
Elevated Surf Through First Week of March
Our current large northwest swell is expected to hold pretty steady into the early morning and begin to slowly fade over the weekend…
Several Big Island Residents Honored During HISAW
A ceremony was held in Governor David Ige’s office on Friday to place a spotlight on people and organizations who have helped fight invasive species in the state.
Catamaran Runs Aground at Honokohau Harbor
Department of Land and Natural Resources spokesman Dan Dennison told Big Island Now that the vessel ran aground at about 6:25 p.m. Thursday. Only the owner of the boat was on board at the time of the incident.
Hookena Beach Park to Reopen as Dengue Count Sits at 260
Hookena Beach Park in South Kona will reopen on March 1.
Office Jelsma Honored as ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Christopher Jelsma was honored for his efforts during the arrest of an armed man who was wanted for escape and a furlough violation.
Medicaid-Housing Agency Secured by State
The federal government will soon provide a boost to Hawai’i’s cross-agency approach to addressing homelessness and housing.
Police Release Feb. 26 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Gabbard Recognizes National Entrepreneurship Week
In recognition of National Entrepreneurship Week, Representative Tulsi Gabbard spoke on the House floor Friday, highlighting Hawai’i’s small business owners.
VOLCANO WATCH: Mauna Loa, Earth’s Largest Active Volcano, is Still Stirring
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory discusses how Mauna Loa, the earth’s largest active volcano, is still stirring in this week’s Volcano Watch.
Moderate Trades Expected Today
The moderate trades will gradually weaken and allow for sea breezes to take hold over the weekend. Expect a few afternoon showers over leeward and interior…
High Surf Warning Extended Again
Our current large northwest swell is expected to hold pretty steady today and begin to slowly fade over the weekend….
Hilo Man Found Not Guilty in 2014 Airplane Assault
The ruling for the 2014 incident came on Wednesday and was based on terms between Tanouye’s attorney and a prosecutor who agreed upon facts, including conclusions from mental health experts.
