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Man Rescued from Rain-Swollen Wailuku River
Fire Department rescuers had to use swift-water rescue techniques and equipment to pull the man from an island above the Wainaku Street bridge.
UPDATE: Victim in Thursday’s Crash in Pepeekeo Identified
The early-afternoon collision forced a three-hour traffic detour onto the Old Mamalahoa Highway, also known as Onomea Scenic Drive.
Protests Prompt Do-Over of UH-Hilo Student Elections
The controversy followed the recent filing of lawsuits against the university, one alleging constitutional infringement and the other racial discrimination.
Hilo Dentist Sued by Family of Patient in Coma
Dr. John Stover, who has since shut down his practice, is accused of negligence and failing to have proper procedures and training.
VOLCANO WATCH: Submarine Eruptions in Marianas, Hawaii
Scientists say Hawaii’s undersea volcano, Lō‘ihi, located off the coast of Ka`u is too deep for eruptions to have obvious surface effects.
Help Sought Solving Kona Store Robbery Last Weekend
The pair of robbers entered the store on Kuakini Highway at about 3 a.m. Saturday, took cash and cigarettes and then fled on foot.
Company Indicted for Release of Contaminated Water on Oahu
Waste Management of Hawaii, which also operates a Big Island landfill, has been accused of criminal conduct in its management of the Waimanalo Gulch landfill.
Waters of Life Named State’s Top Charter School
The Mountain View school was among the state’s top public schools last year and continues its exemplary performance, charter school network officials say.
Bill to Battle Little Fire Ants Dies in Committee
Supporters of Senate Bill 2920 could not secure funding for the bill to pay for a pilot program in Hawaii County parks and a canine ant-detection team.
Kahilu Theatre Recipient of State Grant
According to Sen. Malama Solomon, the $1.5 million in funding will allow the first major renovation in the facility’s 33-year existence.
UPDATE: Police Identify Body Found Saturday in Hilo
Police said Jodi L. Masutomi, 48, of Hilo sustained injuries consistent with a fall from a height.
State Budget Includes Slight Increase in TAT for Counties
Various Big Island projects, including funds for a Puna regional library, are included in the budget that still needs a final vote and the governor’s signature.
Pair Featured in Surveillance Video Surrenders to Police
The two were shown in images circulated by police on April 21 and turned themselves into police on April 22.
Oahu Halau Finish 1-2 at Merrie Monarch
Kumu Hula Kaleo Trinidad capped the week with the coveted Montgomery Trophy for his troupe to take home.
Keaau Store Workers Discover Snake in Shipping Container
The employees whacked the 2-foot-long non-venomous gopher snake on the head to prevent its escape.
Lawmakers Agree on Funding for Pharmacy School Building
House and Senate members of the budget conference committee have agreed to provide $33 million for a new facility at the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Ke‘alohilani Serrao Named Miss Aloha Hula
The Oahu dancer won the award exactly 20 years after her kumu hula, Tracie Lopes, took home the coveted crown.
The Brothers Cazimero Return to Kahilu Theater
The popular contemporary Hawaiian music duo had performed at the theater every season from 1982 to 2012.
VOLCANO WATCH: Keeping An Eye on Kahauale‘a 2 Lava Flow
Scientists say although Pahoa and some neighboring subdivisions are downhill of Kilauea’s current lava flow, they are not in any danger at this time.
Martin Guilty in Police Shooting, Faces Life Without Parole
Keaka Martin, accused of trying to kill two officers in Hilo in January 2013, was convicted today on 10 counts, including one of first-degree attempted murder.
