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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.
Infant death In Kona Reclassified As Murder
Extensive testing and analysis concluded the infant died from complications as a result of blunt force injuries.
ANALYSIS: ‘Ban’ on Trucking Rubbish to West Hawaii is a Myth
The administration’s plan for waste reduction could be a costly endeavor considering the alternative, which hasn’t been fully explored.
Hilo Colt Baseball Team Ousted at West Zone Tournament
Despite opening the tournament with a win, the Hilo Colt baseball team dropped its next two and is out of contention at the West Zone Tournament.
Four Seasons Gets Top Hotel Rating In Hawaii
Travel + Leisure readers also name Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel and Fairmont Orchid among top resort hotels in Hawaii.
REVIEW: Hilo Hawaiian – What the Heck Happened?
Poor food quality and a dash of dishonesty make for a tough sell, despite stunning views and friendly service.
DLNR Urges Denial of Contested Case Hearings
The petitioners have no legal right to contest the sublease, DLNR said.
Asuncion Held For Three Attempts To Kill Cops
Riley Asuncion, 38, of Puna allegedly assaulted a woman and stole her SUV , then allegedly tried to run down a couple of investigating police officers.
Groundbreaking Next Week for $22M Pahoa District Park
The $22.3 million first phase of the project includes a covered play court building, two lighted baseball fields and a keiki playground.
Judge Rules for State in Lawsuit Challenging Kulani Reopening
Circuit Court Judge Glenn Hara ruled in favor of the Department of Public Safety in the lawsuit seeking to have a pu`uhonua established at the prison.
Weather Service Watching Systems in Eastern Pacific
One located 1,400 miles from the Big Island has a 30% chance of developing into a cyclone.
Driver Injured in Police Shooting Faces More Counts
Riley Asuncion of Pahoa has been released from the hospital and arrested on multiple counts, including three attempted murder offenses.
Food Establishments to Receive Color-Coded Placards
The new law establishes the use of green, yellow or red cards to indicate each business’ status following food-safety inspections.
Kona, Ka`u Coffees Shine In Cupping Competition
The HCA presented awards to the highest scoring coffees from each of the eight growing districts from across the state.
Pahoa Man Shot While Driving Toward Police Officers
Police said 38-year-old Riley Asuncion sustained a non-life-threatening injury in the shooting that occurred on Stainback Highway.
Big Island Escapes Most of Wali’s Wrath
Oahu received the heaviest rains of more than an inch per hour which were triggered when Wali’s moisture hit a low-pressure system sitting near Kauai.
Famed Kona Billfish Tournament Opens Sunday
The prestigious big game fishing tournament, built on its adherence to strict International Game Fish Association rules for world records, starts fishing Monday, July 28.
Songwriting Retreat For Beginners at HVNP
Hawaiian music, language and haku mele experts Kenneth Makuakāne and Kaliko Trapp-Beamer will lead the songwriting retreat at the summit of Kīlauea in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on Aug. 16 and 17.
Parker School Graduate Honored as Presidential Scholar
Lysha Matsunobu is the fourth student from a Waimea private school to be so honored over the past three years.
OPINION: Wong Making Case for NL Rookie Of the Year Contention
Kolten Wong’s hitting a groove entering the second half of the baseball season, and it comes as his St. Louis Cardinals are fighting to stay alive in the National League Central.
