SSW Holds, Bigger Swells for Weekend
Our current south-southwest continues through Friday. A slightly bigger swell is expected to build through the day Friday and will show for the weekend…
County Announces Additional Mosquito Control Measures
Additional measures will be taken by the Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreation and the Hawai’i Department of Health to control mosquito populations.
Mother of ‘Peter Boy’ Charged in Welfare Fraud Case
Jaylin M. Kema has been charged with theft in a welfare fraud investigation.
Dengue Numbers Climb, Pediatric Cases Reported
The dengue fever count on the Big Island has risen to 19 confirmed cases.
Kahalu’u Bay: Big Island Snorkeling at its Best
Not only is Kahalu’u Bay one of the best places on the Big Island for snorkeling, but the bay and its surrounding areas hold significant historical and cultural value to the coastline of Ali’i Drive.
Imade Charged with Manslaughter in Halloween Assault
Thirty-one-year-old Kallen Imade was charged late Wednesday in the death of 49-year-old Alfred Vea, who died following an assault on Halloween.
Mansur Named November ‘Officer of the Month’
Officer Brandon Mansur was recognized as November’s “Officer of the Month” by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee.
Trade Winds Continue, Scattered Showers Today
Trade winds are expected to rebound tomorrow as clouds and showers remain focused over windward and mauka areas. Friday should see more…
SSW Holds Today, New Weekend Swells on Tap
A new south-southwest continues Thursday and holds through Friday. A slightly bigger swell is expected for the weekend with a reinforcement on tap…
Five Record Heat Days in Hilo in Less Than a Week
In less than a week, we’ve either tied or broken five heat records at the Hilo airport. Since the beginning of summer our total record heat days now number forty-five…
Man Dies Following Halloween Assault
Alfred Vea, the victim of Saturday night’s Hilo assault, was pronounced dead at The Queen’s Medical Center Wednesday morning. Kallen Imade, the suspect in the case, is in custody but has not been charged.
Dengue Fever Count Rises to 15
The dengue fever count rose by four since Tuesday. Hookena Beach Park in West Hawai’i has been closed.
DLNR: Man Believed to Suffer ‘Shark Bite’ at Kehena
Warning signs are posted at Kahena Beach Wednesday following an incident believed to be a shark bite off the waters of the beach on Tuesday.
New Edition of Fraud Guide Released
Combined efforts between various state departments have led to the release of the second edition of Hawai’i’s Fraud Prevention & Resource Guide.
Today’s Weather Re-play of Yesterday
Moderate trades are expected through Wednesday with only a few showers. A wet trade wind pattern is expected to affect the state from Wednesday night through Thursday…
SSW Continues to Fill in, Trade Swell Today
A new south-southwest builds in further Wednesday into Thursday and holds through Friday. A slightly bigger swell is expected for the weekend…
Dengue Fever: 11 Big Island Cases Confirmed
As of Tuesday afternoon, 11 cases of “locally acquired” dengue fever had been confirmed by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Police Seek Man Last Seen in Nov. 2013
The Hawai’i Police Department is requesting information from the public regarding 24-year-old Puna man Philip Voelker, who was reported missing in January 2014.
Advisory Members Sought for Humpback Whale Sanctuary
Seven primary and ten alternate seats are currently empty and looking to be filled on the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary advisory council.
DOFAW to Host Kamuela Arbor Day Plant Sale
An Arbor Day plant sale will be hosted by the Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife on Friday, Nov. 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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