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Current Swell Fading, New Swell for Weekend
A heavily shadowed swell has peaked and is on the way down. Surf along the northeast coast will be significantly higher than the west side. This…
Schatz, CDC Official Discuss Big Island Dengue
As of Thursday afternoon, a total of 254 cases on dengue fever have been confirmed on the Big Island, including two cases that remain “potentially infectious.”
UPDATE: Three Brush Fires Close Portions of Highway 190
Brush fires has closed down Highway 190 from the 17 mile marker to the Saddle Road Junction.
Dengue Fever: Two Cases Confirmed, 254 Total
The dengue fever count on the Big Island rose by two Thursday afternoon.
Peak of Whale Season Calls for ‘Vigilance’
Large numbssr of humpback whales roam the Hawaiian waters from November through May, with a peak in the month of February.
DBEDT Projects Steady Growth Rates in 2016
In the Economic Outlook section of the recently released first quarter 2016 Statistical and Economic Report, DBEDT holds the growth rate at an unchanged number from the previous forecast.
Kohala Earns First State Tourney Win Since 1991
Despite poor free throw shooting, the Kohala Cowgirls notched its first win in any girls basketball state tournament since beating Honoka’a in 1991.
High Surf Warning & Advisory are Posted
A heavily shadowed swell is building and will peak on Thursday. The swell will likely reach the west side of the Big Island and a high surf warning…
Trade Winds Build Today
Light trade winds are forecast to gradually strengthen Thursday. Moderate trade winds are expected to continue into the weekend bringing clouds and a few…
‘Suspicious Device’ Evacuates Ka’u Learning Academy
The boy was arrested on suspicion of possessing an explosive device.
No New Dengue Cases Confirmed on the Big Island
The Hawai’i Department of Health has updated its risk area map, listing Kailua-Kona as the sole “high risk” area on the Big Island.
Hawaiian Style Café Violates DOL Overtime Requirements
Workers who exceeded 40 hours in a week were paid in cash at the employee’s straight-time rate, neglecting to pay overtime hour at time-and-a-half their regular rates.
Historic Preservation Staff to Survey Island Architecture
The State Historic Preservation Division is about to begin a survey of residential neighborhoods on the Big Island, as well as Maui and Kaua’i.
UPDATE: Officer-Involved Shooting Reported at Waiakea Center
An officer reportedly shot at a male suspect in the Walmart parking lot.
Light Trade Winds, Lots of Sunshine Today
Today we expect cool and dry conditions. Lots of sunshine for all areas with light and variable winds…
High Surf Warning Goes up for West Side
A new northwest swell is expected to build today, peaking overnight and into Thursday morning for the Big Island. This swell is largely…
Hilo Fuel Averages Fluctuate, Kona Steady
Regular fuel in Hilo was an average of $2.57 on Tuesday, while Kona’s regular gas was an average of $2.79.
Keauhou Ocean Death Victim Identified
Authorities say the victim was 36-year-old William H. Holman of Auburn, Wash.
Dengue: One Case Confirmed, One ‘Potentially Infectious’
In total, 252 cases of dengue fever have occurred on the Big Island, with 251 of those cases no longer infectious.
Oldest Known Laysan Albatross Hatches Chick
Sixty-five-year-old Wisdom’s chick was seen coming out of its shell on Feb. 1 at Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, part of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.
