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Second Man Arrested and Charged in Sept. 8 Burglary
A second man has been arrested and charged in connection to a Sept. 8 burglary. These crimes are elevated during the current proclamation of a state of emergency.
List of Closures and Cancellations Due to Hurricane Ana
The following list will be updated with the most recent closures and cancellations of events due to Tropical Storm Ana.
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Slows Slightly, Still a Hurricane by Friday
Chief Meteorologist Malika Dudley says that based on the latest forecast models, Tropical Storm Ana is still forecast to reach hurricane status by the end of the week.
Malika Dudley Hired as Chief Meteorologist
Big Island Now is pleased to announce the addition of Malika Dudley to our news team as Chief Meteorologist.
CPHC: Ana Now Expected to Become Hurricane Friday
Ana projects a tricky forecast, says Chief Meterologist Malika Dudley, but heavy rain, winds, and seas are still expected to impact the Big Island soon.
Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Hawai’i County
As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, Tropical Storm Ana was located 580 miles southeast of Hilo and 635 miles southeast of Kailua-Kona.
Charges Filed in Waikoloa Knife Incident
A South Kohala man faces multiple charges, including second-degree murder, following an altercation Sunday night.
DOE Closes Big Island Public Schools on Friday
All high school sporting events are cancelled or postponed, beginning Thursday, and public schools will be kept closed the following day.
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Closing In on Hurricane Status
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center says that a Hurricane Watch may be issued for a portion of the island chain sometime Wednesday afternoon or evening.
Ana’s Approach Causes Cancellation of Mayor’s Health Fest
Saturday’s events were cancelled as the County focuses on public safety ahead of Tropical Storm Ana.
South Kohala Man Arrested in Violent Altercation
A 34-year-old South Kohala man has been arrested on suspicion of first-degree assault, and another assault investigation is looking at injuries he sustained.
HVO: Lava Could Reach Apa’a St. on Nov. 1
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory officials say that based on the lava’s average movement of 81 yards per day in the past week, lava could reach Apa’a St. by Nov. 1.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown: 18 Arrested
DUI arrests are down 10.9 percent as compared to last year, while major accidents continue to increase.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Ana Gaining Strength
As of 5 a.m., Tropical Storm Ana is located about 885 miles ESE of Hilo and 945 miles ESE of Kailua-Kona.
June 27 Lava Flow Nearly a Half-Mile from Pahoa
The front of the lava flow advanced approximately 75-85 yards since Sunday.
Two-C Could Become Hurricane by Wednesday
Forecasters say that warm water and other factors may keep the storm from diminishing before it closes in on the islands.
New Policy on E-Cigs to Mirror Regular Cigarette Ban
Electronic cigarettes are now prohibited in all State government buildings. The new policy will mirror the current law for regular combustible cigarettes.
Tropical Depression Two-C East-Southeast of the Islands
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center says that there is an 80 percent chance that Two-C becomes a tropical cyclone.
IRONMAYOR: Kenoi Finishes Kona Triathlon
Mayor Billy Kenoi beat the midnight cut-off time and finished the IRONMAN World Championships in Kailua-Kona.
New Front Formed in June 27 Kilauea Lava Flow
One of two lava breakouts has advanced 60 yards to take the front of the June 27 Kilauea lava flow.
