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Election 2016: Hawai‘i County Ballot Guide
On Tuesday, the polls open at 7 a.m. for the 2016 General Election and close at 6 p.m.
Roberto Segobia Earns Officer of Month Honor
Officer Roberto Segobia was honored for what Sgt. Chris Correia described as his “constant vigilance and continuous dedication to duty.”
UH Researchers Work to Combat Rapid Ōhiʻa Death
University of Hawai‘i research is producing more evidence that links the tiny ambrosia beetle to rapid ʻōhiʻa death.
S. Segment of Kona’s Māmalahoa Bypass to Open
The long-awaited 2.2-mile, $27.9 million southern segment of the Māmalahoa Highway Bypass will open to the public on Friday, Nov. 4.
Five HPD Officers Earn Promotions
Hawaiʻi Police Department Chief Harry S. Kubojiri has announced upcoming promotions of five employees to the rank of sergeant or detective.
Swell Builds Today, Bigger Swell on its Heels
The first pulse is filling in through Wednesday. A bigger swell is forecast to build Wednesday…
Hawai‘i Volcanoes Park to Charge for Camping
Starting today, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will charge for overnight camping as part of a plan to meet national standards for parks with similar amenities.
UPDATE: State VS Kenoi: The Verdict Is In
The State of Hawai‘i vs. William P. Kenoi wrapped with closing arguments on Oct. 31, turning the case over to the jury to deliberate and come to a verdict.
Pedestrian-Vehicle Crash Victim Identified
Police ask anyone who witnessed the crash on Oct. 3 near the 500 block of Kīlauea Avenue to contact Officer Keith Nacis at 961-8119…
New Swells Building This Week
Multiple pulses of swell energy out of the northwest are expected for this week. Kona side will be heavily…
Two Scent-Tracking Dogs Join HPD
Falcon and Magnum, two scent-tracking Labradors, are joining the Hawai‘i Police Department force to help solve crimes and find missing persons.
Subcontractor for UH Hilo Construction Fined $143,000
Tradewind Plastering and Drywall Inc. has been assessed a total of $143,000: $130,367 for wages owed to construction workers, with $13,037 added for penalties.
Volcano Overflights: Laze & ‘Spectacular’ Ocean Entry
All activity is still confined to the Kalapana (eastern) lava delta.
Drier, More Stable Weather Expected Tonight
Blustery trade winds are expected to continue into tomorrow. A drier and more stable air mass is forecast to settle over the islands Monday / Monday night…
NNE, Trade Swell Continue for Hilo Side
Multiple pulses of swell energy out of the northwest are expected for this week. Kona side…
Weekend Weather Wet for Windward Spots
A breezy trade wind weather pattern can be expected over the next several days. Clouds and showers will favor windward and mauka areas with the trade…
High Surf Advisory in Effect for Weekend
Multiple pulses of swell energy out of the northwest are expected for next week. Kona side will…
Enjoy French-Hawaiian Fusion at The Blue Room
At The Blue Room Brasserie & Bar, Chef Wes Monty and Chef Norio Yamamoto create culinary magic by fusing traditional Hawaiian flavors with a French twist.
Volcanoes Park Centennial November Events
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park continues its 100th anniversary celebration, sharing Hawaiian culture and After Dark in the Park programs with the public…
HPD Opens Negligent Homicide Investigation
HPD has reclassified a Sept. 3 traffic fatality from a coroner’s inquest investigation to a negligent homicide investigation.
