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Woman Robbed While Checking HPP Mailbox
A robbery that occurred in Hawaiian Paradise Park on Tuesday morning is being investigated by the Hawai’i Police Department.
UPDATE: Hilo Senator Gilbert Kahele Dies at 73
Last Wednesday, Senator Gilbert Kahele was announced as hospitalized as the Hawai’i Legislature began its opening session.
Big Island Unemployment Rate Drops Slightly
Hawai’i’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped slightly in December to 3.2 percent, down one-tenth of a percent from November.
Missing Man Located
Authorities say Nakaji was found at 12:41 a.m. Tuesday, after a woman reported that she had seen him near Richardson Beach Park in Hilo.
Hot and Hazy with Light Winds Today
Rather dry weather and light winds are expected over the next few days. Another weak front will approach the islands later this week. Winds are expected to remain rather light…
WNW Swell Slowly Fading Today for Big Island
The current warning level west-northwest swell will continue to affect north and west facing shorelines, although a fading trend will be in effect Tuesday…
Second Day of Record High Heat in Hilo
As other states break snowfall records, here on the Big Island we’ve broken a heat record.
Governor Ige Remains Committed to TMT
Thirty Meter Telescope officials released a statement late Monday afternoon, noting their appreciation for the governor’s continued support.
A Little Bit of Italy Comes to the Big Island
A labor of love and a journey of wellness leads a Big Island entrepreneur on a quest to bring Modena, Italy and the Big Island together.
Salvage Firm to Remove Grounded Vessel at Kohanaiki
The Department of Land and Natural Resources says 400 gallons of diesel, a few quarts of oil, and seven batteries were moved on Sunday morning.
New Information on Early Dengue Outbreak Released
The current number of confirmed cases in the outbreak sits at a total of 237. It has more than doubled the number listed nearly two months ago.
Woman Charged in Connection to Financial Crimes
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged 41-year-old Mitzi G.P. McArthur with various offenses in relation to financial crimes in the Hilo area.
HPD Investigating Human Remains Found in HPP
The Hawai’i Police Department says the remains are in an advanced state of decomposition and an identity of gender was not immediately known.
Governor Ige’s 2016 State of the State Address
Governor David Ige delivered his State of the State Address Monday morning to the 29th State Legislature.
Unlisted Morphine Ingredient Leads to Recall of Cough Syrup
Chinese grocery stores in various parts of Hawai’i, California, New Jersey, Illinois, Ohio, and Nevada have carried the product.
$5K Granted to Hilo Intermediate for Music Education
The Mockingbird Foundation provided Hilo Intermediate School with a $5,000 grant to support the school’s music education programs, with a focus on ukulele and vocal performance.
UH-Hilo’s Russell Named PacWest Player of the Week
Jordan Russell drained 14 three-point shots last week and averaged 21.7 points per game, leading to the PacWest’s Player of the Week award.
Scheduled Lane Closures Jan. 25-29
Various portions of roadway will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
High Surf Advisory Posted for Kona Side
Our current large west-northwest swell is building through Monday, resulting in warning-level surf along north…
