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Winds Gradually Weakening Today
Breezy trade winds are forecast to gradually weaken Friday and become light and variable by Saturday. Clouds and passing showers are expected…
Small NW Builds Later Today
A small northwest swell his forecast to build late Friday and will bring increasing surf to north and west facing shores. A large northwest…
Gabbard Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Dengue, Zika
During the roundtable, experts discussed accurate, up-to-date information on the diseases, the current Big Island outbreak, and steps necessary immediately and long term to protect people in Hawai’i, as well as the economy.
Big Island Confirmed Dengue Case Count Grows by Two
The total number of confirmed cases of dengue on the Big Island has risen to 258, with three of those cases listed as “potentially infectious” by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Search for Missing Puako Diver Underway
United States Coast Guard and Hawai’i County Fire Department crews are searching for a missing diver off Puako Beach.
Wind Advisory Continues for Parts of Island
Breezy trade winds will continue through Thursday, gradually diminish Friday, with winds becoming light and variable on Saturday. The trade winds will…
High Surf Advisory Posted for Eastern Exposures
Our northwest swell maintains advisory level surf for the east side. By Thursday we’re down to just leftovers…
Public’s Help Sought in Reporting Fire Activity
Several brush fires reported over the past week have been deemed suspicious by state and county agencies.
Senator Kaiali‘i Kahele Sworn In
The oath of office took place on the Senate floor and was administered by Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald of the Hawai’i Supreme Court.
Dengue Case Count Holds at 256
Kailua-Kona continues to remains as the sole “high risk” area on the Big Island, according to the Hawai’i Department of Health’s updated risk map.
HMC ICU Earns Beacon Award for Excellence
Hilo Medical Center’s Intensive Care Unit has been recognized for employing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and patient and staff satisfaction.
Military Training at Pohakuloa Could Elevate Sound Levels
To report concerns related to noise or training, community members can call the USAG-HI Noise Concern Line at (808) 656-3487.
Police Arrest, Charge Wanted Woman
Twenty-six-year-old wanted woman Leilani Torres of Hilo has been located.
Breezy Winds, Scattered Showers Today
Breezy trades are expected through Wednesday. Moisture from a dissipated frontal boundary will continue to produce showers over the smaller islands tonight then down…
High Surf Advisory for East Shores Today
Our west-northwest swell has now shifted out of the northwest and the High Surf Advisory has shifted from the west side to the east side as a result. The swell…
Dengue Fever Outreach ‘On the Ground’ in Kona
Businesses, residents, and property managers will be provided with informational flyers and posters. In addition, outreach workers will have a limited support of sample mosquito repellent spray cans.
UPDATE: Kaiali’i Kahele Named to Late Father’s Post
Kaiali’i Kahele resides in Hilo and will take office once the state senate qualifies him and administers the oath of office.
Fire at Domino’s Hilo Causes $160,000K in Damage
Twenty HFD personnel worked to extinguish the fire, which was found in the business’ storage room. The fire was out by 7:15 a.m.
Man Dies, Several Injured in Early Saturday Vehicle Crash
A single-vehicle accident early Saturday morning resulted in the death of an 18-year-old Puna man.
