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DWS: Thursday Kamehameha Avenue Shut-Off
Water will be temporarily shut off along Kamehameha Avenue from Ponahawai Street to Pauahi Street Thursday.
Light and Variable Winds Today
Trade winds are expected to become light and variable on Thursday as a weak front approaches the islands. The front is forecasted to reach Kauai on Friday…
SW Builds Today, NW Builds Friday
Storm activity in the Tasman Sea is expected to bring us a southwest swell today. The swell should build Thursday, peak Friday and and slowly ease…
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/20/15
Seismic levels at Kilauea’s summit, the upper East Rift Zone, and Southwest Rift Zone have returned to normal background levels.
UPDATE: Police Issue Alert for Missing Pahoa Woman
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a missing Pahoa woman who is in need of medical attention.
Major Layoffs Expected at East Hawai’i Hospitals
Seven percent of employees from Hawai’i Health System Corporation’s East Hawai’i region are expected to be laid off as the region suffers a budget deficit.
Weaker Winds Expected
Trade winds are expected to begin to weaken on Wednesday, then break down into a light sea breeze pattern on Thursday as a weakening front…
Weekend Swells Expected
A new northwest pulse fills in further today with another on it’s heels for the weekend. A small mix of southerly swells brings small waves through Wednesday…
Inmate Charged with Murder in Death of Frank Pauline Jr.
An inmate at the Southern New Mexico Correctional Facility in Las Cruces, New Mexico has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of Frank Pauline Jr., who was serving a life sentence for the murder and rape of Dana Ireland.
Silent Bike Ride to Honor Cyclists Injured or Killed by Motorists
The 2015 “Ride of Silence” in Hilo will start at 5 p.m. at the Hawaii County building parking lot to memorialize cyclists injured or killed by motorists, and to raise awareness on roads.
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/19/15
The lava lake levels at the Overlook crater has shown a slight increase in the past day. Seismic levels at Kilauea’s summit have mellowed out.
Maintenance Scheduled for Kona Aquatic Center
The Department of Parks and Recreation will temporarily close the Kona Community Aquatic Center between May 29 and June 3.
Liliuokalani Gardens Closes for Fire Ant Treatment
Queen Liliuokalani Gardens will close during the morning hours on Tuesday as Department of Parks and Recreation officials treat the area for little fire ants.
Variable Winds Expected Soon
Breezy trade wind weather is expected through Tuesday. Trades are forecasted to weaken Wednesday as a front approaches from the northwest. Variable winds…
NW Builds, Small Southerly Mix Today
A small mix of southerly swells brings small waves through Wednesday. Storm activity in the Tasman Sea could bring us swell later this week, starting Thursday…
Suspects Sought in Supermarket Warehouse Burglary
Police are seeking two young men in connection with an overnight burglary of a HIlo supermarket warehouse.
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/18/15
No changes in tilt have occurred at the summit of Kilauea in the past day. Seismic activity, while still heightened, has also decreased.
Voting ‘Irregularities’ Lead to HSTA Re-Vote
The Hawai’i State Teachers Association plans to hold a re-vote of its April state officer election after reported voting “irregularities.”
HVO Explains Possible Kilauea Scenarios
As lava lake levels at Kilauea’s summit continue to decrease, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory prepares for what may be to come.
Scheduled Lane Closures May 18-22
The Department of Transportation has announced weekly road closures for the Big Island.
