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East Winds 20 mph or More Today
Moderate to breezy trade winds are expected through the middle of next week. Clouds and showers will favor our usual windward and mauka spots, spreading
Small SSW Pulses Through Sunday
Thursday through Sunday we could see some little pulses. Something slightly bigger is possible around the 16th. A more solid south-southwest…
DoubleTree Hilo to Honor Late Sen. Gilbert Kahele
The DoubleTree by Hilton in Hilo will unveil “Kahele Point” in Honor of Late Hawai’i Senator Gilbert “Gil” Kahele.
East Winds up to 20 mph Today
Winds are expected to pick up in strength and bring showers to our usual windward and mauka areas through the weekend. From time to time we could see some…
Small SSW Pulse Fills in Today, NW Easing
A slight south-southwest pulse is forecast to fill in with the best spots maybe getting up to waist high. Thursday through Sunday we could see some little pulses. Something…
Proposed Hawai‘i County Budget Includes Tax Increases
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim’s new proposed budget calls for property tax rate increases and a vehicle fuel tax increase.
Hilo Intermediate Students Win Statewide Video Competition
The winners of the 14th Annual ‘Ōlelo Youth Xchange Statewide Student Video Competition were recently announced from 904 submissions.
Marriott’s Waikoloa Ocean Club Opens
Marriott’s Waikoloa Ocean Club overlooking ‘Anaeho‘omalu Bay is now open on the western shore of Hawaiʻi Island.
Hawaiian Airlines to Relocate to Terminal 5 at LAX
Hawaiian Airlines will move to Terminal 5 from Terminal 2 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) effective May 17.
Big Island TV Chef to Share Global Food Adventures
“The aim of our show is to inspire people to cook, eat, travel, learn, gain a deeper understanding of different cultures, be curious, connect and enjoy life.”
Sen. Hirono Questions Trump Administration Ties to Russia
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono questioned former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates and General James Clapper regarding Russian interference…
Weather Transitioning Back to Trades
A front north of the state has been blocking trade winds and Tuesday we expect a transition back to breezier trades. A wetter than usual trade…
NW Holds Through Morning, Then Eases
Pretty quiet out of the South Pacific – tiny bump possible Tuesday/Wednesday – May 12th we could see some little pulses. A better south…
Volcano Overflight: Portion of Lava Delta Collapses
The front portion of the lava delta collapsed recently, but dozens of lava rivulets have begun the rebuilding process.
UPDATE: Graffiti Mars Historic Maunakea Ice Age Reserve Rocks
At mid-morning on Friday, April 28, graffiti was found painted on rocks within the Mauna Kea Ice Age NAR.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 6.6 Alaska Quake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports a 6.6 earthquake occurred in the Aleutian Islands at 7 a.m. Hawai‘i time this morning.
Late Season NW Swell Peaks Today
A longer-period late season northwest swell is expected to peak Monday and ease Wednesday…
Hot, Hazy & Humid on Big Island Today
A front north of the state is expected to block trade winds which will result in light southeast winds through Monday. Breezier trades are forecast for Tuesday…
Blue Planet Foundation: Clean Energy Policy MIA as Legislature Adjourns
Blue Planet Foundation says the 2017 legislature closed without passing needed clean energy solutions.
Hiroshima Governor to Plant Tree in Lili’uokalani Gardens
The Governor of Hiroshima Prefecture will visit Hawai’i Island in May to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the East Hawai’i Hiroshima Kenjin Kai.
