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Gabbard Takes House Floor to Recognize Invasive Species Awareness
Representative Tulsi Gabbard spoke on the House floor Wednesday in recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness. In her speech, the Congresswoman highlighted the harmful impacts of invasive species in Hawai’i and across the country. She also encouraged lawmakers to co-sponsor and pass the Areawide Integrated Pest Management Act, H.R. 3893, which she introduced last November. […]
Three Big Island UPS Drivers Honored for Safe Driving
Glen Muraki of Kamuela and Brian Taketa of Kealakekua were inducted, along with Myron Yamagushi of Holualoa. The trio works in Kona.
Walker’s Triple-Double Keeps UH-Hilo in Playoff Race
Senior Nate Walker recorded the first triple-double in program history, helping UH-Hilo pick up its fourth straight victory.
Windward Showers, Kona Sunshine Today
The current large north swell will continue to subside tonight and Wednesday, but another very large northwest swell will begin to arrive late Wednesday and peak Thursday. Wind…
High Surf Warning Extended Again
Another large northwest swell is expected Wednesday through Thursday, which will be from a more distant source. The swell is expected to show Thursday…
Police Search for Missing 64-Year-Old Man
A 64-year-old missing man is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Coast Guard Searching for Owner of Found Kayak
Watchstanders at the Sector Honolulu Command Center received a report at 10:40 p.m. from a good Samaritan who noted they recovered the kayak in the area of Keauhou Bay, near Kahaluu.
Big Island Dengue Count Holds at 259
Last Friday, the confirmed case count rose to 259 and has remained at that number into Tuesday afternoon.
State Emergency Proclamation on Homelessness Extended
Tuesday’s extension is the third since October, when Governor David Ige initially declared an emergency on homelessness. It is set to expire in April.
UPDATE: High Surf Causes Big Island Closures
Several beach parks are closed as result of high surf conditions hitting the state.
Prom Dress Drive Hosted by Friends of the Children’s Justice Center
New and gently used prom, party dresses, and evening gowns will be collected, along with shoes, jewelry, and accessories.
DWS: Temporary Water Shut-Off Scheduled Along Kapiolani Street
Once water service resumes, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned.
Northeast Winds Back in Forecast Today
A very large north-northwest swell will continue to impact the aloha state through early Tuesday. Winds are expected to remain light through Wednesday. Another front…
Warning Level Surf Continues
Our current swell is expected to hold pretty steady today and begin a downward trend but warning level surf is still expected through much of the day….
HPD: Community Satisfaction Survey Rolls Out in March
The Hawai’i Police Department says the public is invited to take the month-long survey beginning on March 1.
High Surf Causes Closure
A High Surf Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for north facing shores, with potential surf heights of 20 to 30 feet.
Gloyd’s Scoring Spree Earns PacWest MBK Award
Salim Gloyd scored UH-Hilo’s last 11 points on Saturday to energize a comeback win over Hawaii’i Pacific, keeping the Vulcans’ postseason hopes alive.
No New Dengue Cases Reported, Count at 259
No new dengue fever cases have been reported since Friday.
Suspect ID Sought in Retail Theft
The Hawai’i Police Department is looking for the identity of an individual wanted in connection to a theft investigation.
