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HPD Offers Active Shooter/Violence Info
In response to increasing requests for information, HDP has added an “Active Shooter/Violence Awareness” page to its website.
Big Island Real Estate Prices Near Record High
Median prices in several Hawai‘i County markets are steadily recovering toward pre-recession levels, while one market in particular saw explosive sales growth.
Visitors: View Lava from Safe Distance
Park rangers do not encourage visitors to hike out to the lava flows from either side, but to instead view them from a safe distance.
First Major Hurricane of E. Pac Season
The National Hurricane Center is tracking the first major hurricane of the Eastern Pacific season. As of the 5 p.m. update, Hurricane Blas…
Paniolo Compete at Parker Ranch Rodeo
While celebrating our nation’s independence on Monday, July 4, Parker Ranch paniolo were joined by nearby ranches for a round-up of traditional rodeo events.
Marrow Drives Scheduled for 14-Year-Old Kona Girl
Hawaii Bone Marrow Donor Registry will hold bone marrow donor drives at several locations this weekend from July 9 through 11 in Kona and Hilo.
23-Year-Old Dies in Captain Cook Crash
A 23-year-old woman died in a single-vehicle traffic crash Saturday evening, July 2, on Pu‘uhonua Road in Captain Cook north of Highway 160.
Hawai‘i Marijuana, Opiate Use Near Record High
Marijuana and opiate usage in Hawai‘i have both increased in the first quarter of 2016.
Kailua-Kona Fire Causes $300,000 in Damages
Hawai‘i Fire Department units responded to a structure fire on on the morning of July 4, in Kailua-Kona, and again at 8:15 p.m.
Wet Trades Expected Today
Fresh to strong trade winds are expected to weaken slightly by Monday. Low clouds and showers will focus over windward and mauka spots through Tuesday, occasionally bringing…
Trade Swell Your Best Bet for Waves Today
Small southerly swells are showing for the next few days. Looking farther out, we may see…
Today’s Holiday Weather Forecast
Fresh to strong trade winds are expected to weaken slightly by Monday. Low clouds and showers will focus over windward and mauka spots through Tuesday, occasionally…
Fourth of July Surf Forecast
Very small southerly swells are showing for the next few days. South-southeast spots will…
VOLCANO UPDATE: Lava Less Than Two Miles from Ocean
The HVO reports the active lava flow southeast of Puʻu ʻŌʻō continues to advance across the coastal plain on the southern flank of Kīlauea.
HPD: July Fourth Road Closures in Hilo
Bayfront Highway (Route 19) from Waiānuenue Avenue to Pauahi Street will be closed July 4 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Holiday Weekend Forecast
Strong and gusty trade winds will affect the state through Saturday, with a slight drop in winds expected for the rest of the holiday weekend. Dry and stable…
New South Energy, Trade Swell Increases
Old south energy is fading through the weekend. New swells will fill in over the…
Tiny Dragon Slays Sushi in Hilo
Hiroshi and Hikaru Sawamoto are on a roll. Well, not literally, but they are cranking out some super-popular sushi rolls in their restaurant, Dragon Kitchen…
Have a Safe July 4: Fireworks Safety Tips
HECO urges the public to use caution when celebrating Independence Day with fireworks.
Hawai‘i to Receive Over $1M for Zika Fight
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention awarded $1,027,623 to the Hawai‘i State Department of Health for Zika preparedness and response activities.
