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Two HFD Personnel Injured in Response to Kawaihae Fire
A vehicle accident involving a responding Hawai’i County Fire Department truck Friday resulted in injuries to two fire personnel.
Winter Weather Warning, Gusty Winds This Weekend
Breezy east-northeast trade winds are in place through the weekend. Showers will continue to focus across windward and mauka areas, but the strong winds …
Gale Warning Issued, Advisory Swell Continues
An advisory level east-northeast trade swell will continue to affect windward coasts through the weekend….
Hilo Grad Clay Explores Football Options
Hilo High School graduate Charles Clay has a spot with the L.A. KISS next season, but a tryout with Major League Football could lead him back to the 11-man game.
UPDATE: Kawaihae Road Reopens
A vehicle crash and fire in the Kawaihae Road area has been reported, according to the Hawai’i Police Department. Kawaihae Road is closed near the 65-mile marker.
Big Island Dengue Fever Count at 38
The dengue fever count on the Big Island continues to rise with four new confirmed cases, bringing the total to 38.
Umauma Bridge Closed, Delays Expected
State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation Highways Division officials report the closure is at the Umauma Bridge, between mile markers 16 and 17.
List of Diverse Colleges Ranks UH-Hilo Second
Online website Best College Reviews ranks the University of Hawai’i at Hilo as one of the top colleges in the nation when it comes to diversity.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.5M Japan Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.5 magnitude earthquake northwest of the Ryukyu Islands.
Waimea District Park to Break Ground
The first phase includes developing the 24 acres of indoor and outdoor recreational facilities and will cost $23.9 million.
PTA: New Check-In Stations for Hunting
Army officials have announced new Pohakuloa Training Area hunter check-in stations.
Point Loma Dominant in Sweep of UH-Hilo
Point Loma Nazarene returned to its winning groove on Thursday with a sweep of the University of Hawai’i at Hilo women’s volleyball team.
Advisory Swell Continues, NW Swells Expected
Our current northwest swell is expected to peak Friday. A second swell overlaps and shows for the weekend. A slightly larger northwest…
Gusty Winds, Scattered Showers Today
Alerts A Small Craft Advisory is posted for all Big Island coastal waters and the ʻAlenuihāhā channel through 6 p.m. Sunday for northeast winds up to 30 knots and seas up to 18 feet. A High Surf Advisory is in effect for east facing shores through Sunday at 6 p.m. Surf heights of 7 to […]
Pidgin Language Recognized by U.S. Census
Recent data from the United States Census Bureau includes Hawaiian Pidgin and Pidgin as recognized “at home” languages.
UPDATE: Daniel K. Inouye Highway Reopens
Daniel K. Inouye Highway is currently closed in both directions near the 14-mile marker as a result of a traffic accident.
Dengue: Another Confirmed Case Brings Total to 34
One new confirmed case of dengue fever on the Big Island was announced by the Hawai’i Department of Health Thursday, bringing the total count to 34.
Non-Profit Group Rebrands as Hawai’i Children’s Action Network
The non-profit group, Good Beginnings Alliance, re-launched to achieve a broader goal of advocacy and community organizing, according to the group.
Lincoln Park Flag Raises Following Pole Repairs
Police are seeking veterans, service, youth, or community groups that are interested in the responsibility of raising and lowering the flag at the park on a regular basis.
Man Involved in Motorcycle Accident Identified
The Hawai’i Police Department says 62-year-old David Morse of Ocean View was driving along Highway 11 on Saturday, north of the 93-mile marker, when he failed to negotiate a turn in the road.
