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Over 550 Humpback Whale Sightings Off the Big Island
The first event of the 2016 Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Ocean Count brought in a total of 552 volunteers on the Big Island, Kauai, and Oahu.
Two More Big Island Dengue Cases Confirmed
On Thursday, Feb. 4, a community meeting regarding the outbreak will take place at Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park’s Amphitheater.
Hilo Man Charged in 2015 Copper Theft
On June 23 and June 25, 128 pounds of copper pipe had been reportedly removed from a warehouse in Pana’ewa.
Missing 85-Year-Old Woman Located
Luciana Flores returned to her home Monday morning. She was unharmed.
Siren, Emergency Alert System to Sound Test
Each month, the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency conducts siren testing in coordination with the live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
FOLK to Host HWF Biologist for Marine Talk
Megan Lamson, a biologist and Program Director of the Hawai’i Wildlife Fund, will discuss marine debris and how to get involved.
Scheduled Lane Closures Feb. 1-5
Various portions of roadway will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
Small Craft Advisory in Effect for Big Island
Our current northwest swell will continue to gradually fade. Another large northwest swell is expected…
Light Winds Return to Big Island
A series of weak fronts passing north of the islands throughout the week will result in the disruption of trade winds across the islands at times, with brief…
Police Searching for Missing Woman
Luciana Flores, 85, was last seen on Friday in Puna. The Hawai’i Police Department says that the missing woman is in need of medication.
KCH Bids Aloha to Retiring Oncologist
Beginning Monday, Feb. 1, The Queen’s Health System will provide radiation oncology physician coverage daily to the KCH Radiation Oncology Clinic.
Konawaena Erases Late Deficit to Gain State Berth
With the win, Konawaena punched its ticket to February’s state tournament and earned the top seed in next week’s league semifinals.
Water Resource Management Commission Seeks to Fill Seat
Under the State Commission on Water Resource Management, exclusive jurisdiction and final authority over matters relating to the implementation and administration of the State Water Code is conducted.
Weekend Road Work
Two East Hawai’i lane closures will continue through the weekend as night and weekend work continues.
Winds Expected to Pick up This Weekend
A series of weak fronts are expected over the next several days. The end result will be intervals of land and sea breeze weather peppered…
Wave Heights Slowly Fading This Weekend
Our current northwest swell will continue to gradually fade and has dropped below advisory levels. Another large northwest…
No Tsunami Threat Following 7.0M Russia Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that occurred north of Yelizovo, Russia.
Man Charged in Hilo Burglary
Colin Kerrigan, 25, has been charged with burglary and theft following a break-in on Wednesday in Hilo.
Gabbard Urges Ige to Declare State of Emergency on Dengue
Under a state of emergency, State funds and assistance would be made available to the island
Medical Marijuana Bills Introduced as Application Process Closes
The application period for prospective applicants interested in obtaining a permit to operate a medical marijuana dispensary closes on Friday.
