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Primary Election Summary
Gov. Abercrombie concedes to David Ige, while US Senator Schatz scrapes past Hanabusa to hold the senate seat — but that’s contingent on delayed votes in Puna reflecting the current results.
Roads Blocked, Power Out in Large Sections of Puna
Fallen trees disrupt road access in Hawaiian Paradise Park and Volcano as tropical storm Iselle moves west across the state.
24-Hour Rainfall Totals for Hawai`i Island
24-hour rainfall totals ending at 8 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, show more than 14 inches of rain at Saddle Quarry and Kulani …
Weakened Iselle Drenches Big Island
Flash-flood warnings extended as Tropical Storm Iselle brings heavy rainfall to the Big Island.
Iselle Closures, Canceled Events on Big Island
Most organizations and agencies are closing down and cancelling events advance of Hurricane Iselle.
Abercrombie Declares Statewide Emergency
Hurricane Iselle is forecast to impact Hawaii Thursday evening through late Friday. Hurricane Julio is a few days behind Iselle and may impact the islands as soon as Sunday.
Iselle Keeps Barreling Toward The Big Island
Maximum sustained winds are near 85 mph with higher gusts, though Hurricane Iselle is expected to weaken Thursday to a tropical storm by Wednesday night.
Big Island Schools to Close Due to Storms
Schools that serve as emergency shelters will close early Wednesday and remain closed through Friday; all Big Island schools will be closed on Thursday.
Armed, Dangerous Suspect Sought By Police
Timothy John Nacis, described as 5-foot-11, 175 pounds with black hair and brown eyes, may be driving a light-colored Lexus sedan, license plate GTR 462.
Final Two Credit Card Suspects Nabbed
Kaniaupio and Parent were among four people who had been sought for using a credit card after it was stolen from a car on Kuakini Highway on July 23.
Massive Eruptions On Jupiter Moon Surprise Researchers
Io, the innermost of Jupiter’s four large “Galilean” moons, is the only known place in the solar system with volcanoes erupting extremely hot lava like that seen on Earth.
REVIEW: Takenoko Sushi – Better Get in Line…
World-class ingredients plus an old-guard sushi chef = Raw bliss.
Waterfalling Estates Goes Back On The Market
New owners include Charles Floyd Anderson, who is also one of the owners who put the property up for auction in March.
Hilo Man Charged With Steroids Possession
Gregory Douglas Kama was charged with 10 counts of promoting a harmful drug and eight counts of possessing drug paraphernalia.
VOLCANO WATCH: Hawai‘i Island Still Rocks
Hawaii was listed among the 16 states facing the highest risk for earthquakes.
Police Nab Another Credit Card Fraud Suspect
Two men were charged and remain jailed in lieu of bail on multiple charges, while two others linked to the pair are still being sought for alleged credit card fraud.
Most Big Island Public Schools Open Friday
Police urge motorists to be cautious and allow time for heavier traffic, especially during morning and afternoon hours.
New ‘Hawaiʻi Island’s Most Wanted’ Airs Friday
The episode includes a couple whose video images were captured during a recent theft reported at a Hilo department store.
Police Nab One Of Four For Credit Card Fraud
Two other men and a woman are still wanted in connection with this investigation.
Land Board Clears Way For 30m Telescope Construction
The $1.3 billion telescope would allow researchers to study planets in our solar system, explore other galaxies and help determine the age of the oldest stars in the universe.
