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Solemsaas Selected as Hawai’i Community College Chancellor Recommendation
In late March, the University of Hawai’i system announced four candidate hopefuls, but ultimately narrowed the selection to one in Rachel Solemsaas.
Puna Man Charged Following Volcano Break-In
Two felonies have been charged to a Puna man who was connected to a Volcano break-in on Sunday.
Schatz Commends Senate Judiciary Committee Approval of U.S. District Court Seat
Senator Schatz and Senator Mazie Hirono selected Connors among other names for recommendation to the White
House last June.
McDonald’s Hawai’i Awards $26K in Employee Tuition Assistance
Archways to Opportunity is a set of programs that have been developed to support McDonald’s employees throughout the United States in pursuing their educational goals.
Solid NW Swell Expected to Build Friday
Our current swell continues to fade. Another solid northwest swell is expected Friday and Saturday. The Big Island’s Kona side will be heavily shadowed…
Weaker Winds Expected Today
Weaker trades are expected Thursday into Friday. Little change in the rainfall pattern is expected through Thursday. An upper level disturbance could usher…
New Medical Marijuana Applicant Requirements Push Back Licensee Annoucement
Last week, license applicants were requested to provide consents and fingerprints as part of the application process.
Hawai’i Electric Light: 13,000 Lose Power, Cause Under Investigation
The power interruption mainly affected West Hawai’i customers, but was felt as far East as Pahala.
DOH Map on Dengue Lists Kalaoa, Hookena Areas at ‘Some Risk’
Wednesday marks three weeks since the last confirmed dengue fever case was reported by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Hawai’i Employment Forecasted to Expand by 2.6 Percent
Growth will be led by the construction industry, according to the forecast, with a growth rate of 12.1 percent and the creation of 3,880 new jobs. Across all other industries, except natural resources and mining, growth is also anticipated.
Arson Investigations Initiated Over More Suspicious West Hawai’i Fires
On Sunday between 9:45 a.m. and 4:26 p.m., four fires were ignited between the 8-mile marker and the 26-mile marker off Highway 190, stretching the island from Kailua-Kona to Waimea.
Police Seek Witnesses to Hilo Vehicle Collision
Early Tuesday morning, a 2004 Peterbilt rubbish truck that was traveling south on Kilauea Avenue collided with a 2001 Lincoln four-door sedan that was traveling west on Kawailani Street.
Nagata Appointed to Third Circuit District Court Judge Position
The Chief Justice appoints District Court judges from a list of no less than six nominees submitted by the Judicial Selection Commission.
Kona Hydrant Flow Test Slated for Thursday
Testing may result in slightly discolored and turbid water for several hours.
NW Swell Holds Through This Morning
A solid northwest swell will hold through Wednesday morning before beginning to slowly ease in the afternoon. The Big Island will again be…
Breezy Winds Expected Today for Big Island
Trade winds are forecast to continue through the upcoming weekend. The moderate to strong trades will ease slightly later in the week. Clouds and showers are…
Big Island Dengue Fever Count at a Standstill
No new cases of dengue fever were confirmed on the Big Island Tuesday by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Hakalau Refuge Spring Open House Canceled Over Fear of ROD Spread
“The Open House is an important tradition at Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge, and the public has enjoyed this opportunity since 1993,” said Refuge Manager Jim Kraus.
‘U Drive U Text U Pay’ National Campaign to Up Law Enforcement
Those found operating an electronic device while operating a vehicle will pay a $207 fine. Infractions in a school or construction zone increase to $307.
