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Public’s Help Sought in Reporting Fire Activity
Several brush fires reported over the past week have been deemed suspicious by state and county agencies.
Senator Kaiali‘i Kahele Sworn In
The oath of office took place on the Senate floor and was administered by Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald of the Hawai’i Supreme Court.
Dengue Case Count Holds at 256
Kailua-Kona continues to remains as the sole “high risk” area on the Big Island, according to the Hawai’i Department of Health’s updated risk map.
HMC ICU Earns Beacon Award for Excellence
Hilo Medical Center’s Intensive Care Unit has been recognized for employing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and patient and staff satisfaction.
Military Training at Pohakuloa Could Elevate Sound Levels
To report concerns related to noise or training, community members can call the USAG-HI Noise Concern Line at (808) 656-3487.
Police Arrest, Charge Wanted Woman
Twenty-six-year-old wanted woman Leilani Torres of Hilo has been located.
Breezy Winds, Scattered Showers Today
Breezy trades are expected through Wednesday. Moisture from a dissipated frontal boundary will continue to produce showers over the smaller islands tonight then down…
High Surf Advisory for East Shores Today
Our west-northwest swell has now shifted out of the northwest and the High Surf Advisory has shifted from the west side to the east side as a result. The swell…
Dengue Fever Outreach ‘On the Ground’ in Kona
Businesses, residents, and property managers will be provided with informational flyers and posters. In addition, outreach workers will have a limited support of sample mosquito repellent spray cans.
UPDATE: Kaiali’i Kahele Named to Late Father’s Post
Kaiali’i Kahele resides in Hilo and will take office once the state senate qualifies him and administers the oath of office.
Fire at Domino’s Hilo Causes $160,000K in Damage
Twenty HFD personnel worked to extinguish the fire, which was found in the business’ storage room. The fire was out by 7:15 a.m.
Man Dies, Several Injured in Early Saturday Vehicle Crash
A single-vehicle accident early Saturday morning resulted in the death of an 18-year-old Puna man.
Gabbard to Host Dengue-Related Roundtable Disscussions
Representative Tulsi Gabbard will host a series of roundtable events this week on Oahu.
Scheduled Lane Closures Feb. 16-19
Various portions of Big Island roadways will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
Kurokawa’s Gem Gets Pitcher of the Week Award
For the fourth time in his career, Jordan Kurokawa was named PacWest Pitcher of the Week.
Breezy Winds, Increased Windward Showers Today
A rather breezy trade wind weather pattern can be expected over the next few days. Moisture associated with a weakening frontal boundary will cause…
WNW Shifting, High Surf Advisory Posted
Our current west-northwest swell is bringing advisory level surf to the west side of the Big Island. The swell shifts direction and begins to fade Tuesday. Thursday…
Military Convoys Scheduled to Travel Tuesday
Roadways in use during the convoys will include Akoni Pule Corridor, Queen Kaahumanu Highway, Waikoloa Road, Mamalahoa Highway, and the Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
UH Community College System Receives Funds for Student Success Center
The Kresge Foundation has awarded $500,000 over a two-year period to the University of Hawai’i Community College System’s proposed Student Success Center.
President’s Day 2016: What’s Open/Closed?
It’s President’s Day. Click through to see what’s open and what’s closed.
