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High Surf Causes Beach Closures
Richardson’s, Leleiwi, Carlsmith, Kealoha, Onekahakaha, and Coconut Island are all closed Wednesday.
Hawai’i NAEP Scores Show Decline Since 2013
In 2013, Hawai’i’s fourth graders scored above the national average in math. Now, scores in the subject, along with reading, have slipped for not only fourth graders, but also eight grade students.
UPDATE: Kalanianaole Avenue Reopens Following Flooding
As a result of high tides and flooding, Kalanianaole Avenue, between Kioea Street and Koloa Street, is currently closed. Elsewhere on the island, high surf is impacting coastlines.
Scattered Showers Today, Light Winds Expected Soon
Moisture from an old frontal boundary is expected to linger bringing some light showers affecting mainly windward and mauka areas across the state. Moderate…
Warning Level Surf, Hilo Harbor Surges Expected Today
A solid north-northwest swell from 335° to 355° is presently affecting northwest exposures. Tomorrow the swell will be biggest early in…
‘Suspicious Package’ Closed Hilo Post Office Monday
An unattended package found in the Hilo Post Office’s retail lobby caused a temporary closure of the facility for over two hours on Monday.
Man Arrested in Assault, Terroristic Threatening Incident
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating an assault/terroristic threatening case following a Tuesday morning incident near Walmart in Hilo.
Man Charged After Entering Vehicle at Hilo ATM
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged a 40-year-old man with four offenses in connection with a reported robbery at an automated teller machine in Hilo.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Twenty-six motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant on Big Island roadways between Oct. 19 and Oct. 25.
Post-Tropical Cyclone Olaf Expect to Dissipate by Thursday
The National Hurricane Center plans to end advisories regarding Post-Tropical Cyclone Olaf.
Large NNW Swell Builds Today
Solid north-northwest swell is expected to rapidly build Tuesday to warning levels for most islands. Swell is expected to really pick up around 3 p.m…
Front Brings Light Scattered Showers Today
A weak front is expected to gradually move down the island chain through Tuesday accompanied by some passing light showers mainly over windward and mauka…
DOH Investigates Possible Big Island Dengue Fever Cases
Two potential cases on dengue fever on the Big Island are being investigated by the Department of Health.
Ige Signs Supplemental Homeless Proclamation
Governor David Ige signed a supplemental proclamation on Monday that paves the way for coordinated homeless outreach efforts.
Man Charged Following Puna Standoff
A 49-year-old Pahoa man is facing charges that stemmed from a Friday incident in the Hawaiian Beaches area of Puna, where officers attempted to serve a protective order.
UPDATE: HFD, Coast Guard Search for Kona Woman Off Kapoho Bay
Amber Savant reportedly went missing while spear fishing with friends in the Kapoho Bay area Sunday afternoon.
Light Winds Continue, Front Expected Soon
Generally light winds are expected through Monday. A weak front is forecast to reach Kauai on Monday night and then pass down…
SSW Fills in Today, Large NNW Expected Tomorrow
Our current south-southwest swell continues to fade while a new reinforcement fills in. The new swell is expected to peak Tuesday…
Vikings Earn Redemption to Claim BIIF DI Title
Hilo benefited from six Kealakehe turnovers to claim its third straight BIIF Division I championship.
