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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.
Miss Aloha Hula Competition Tonight
The 51st Merrie Monarch Festival’s competitive events begin with the only performances on stage by individuals.
OPINION: Treat Little Fire Ants Like the Threat They Are
The little fire ant poses an enormous problem for Hawaii and should be treated accordingly — the sooner the better.
Park Patrons Credited With Grabbing Alleged Kidnapper
Police said Keahi Sale, the object of an intense manhunt Saturday, was held by bystanders at Spencer Beach Park after the kidnapping victim called out for help.
Hawaii Supreme Court to Hold Session in Kona
The justices will give area high school students and the public an opportunity to hear attorneys argue the merits in a case involving government records.
Brushfire South of Punaluu Beach Under Control
The fire of unknown origin blackened 12 acres on the southern end of Punaluu Beach before being brought under control at about 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Corporation Counsel Lincoln Ashida Headed to Law Firm
A former deputy prosecutor, the county’s current top civil attorney is wrapping up a record 26 straight years of legal service to the county.
Big Island Rubbish: Enough To Go Around?
A private developer’s plan for a waste-to-energy plant in West Hawaii could impact Hawaii County’s plan for waste reduction in Hilo.
Fellowship Named for Big Island Botanist Lani Stemmermann
The endowment by the president of the UH faculty union honors the Hilo-born Stemmermann, a champion of Hawaii plants, environments and ecology.
Lawmakers Agree to Fund ‘Green’ Energy Program
The GEMS program aims to provide low- to moderate-income homeowners and renters with photovoltaic systems that would be paid for through electricity bills.
Pahoa HS Shows Interest in 8-Man Football for 2014
The addition of a third 8-man football team on the Big Island would allow the sport to be sanctioned under the BIIF.
Waikoloa Man Charged With Attempted Murder in Stabbing
Joel H. White, 35, who was also charged with burglary, was being held in lieu of bail in the amount of $275,000.
Fire in Puna Leaves Family of Seven Homeless
The residents of the Hawaiian Acres home told firefighters that when they arrived home they heard what sounded like several explosions inside.
UH-Hilo Student Awarded NASA Research Internship
Melissa Adams, a senior majoring in geology, will spend the summer in Texas studying a mineral found on Mauna Kea in support of robotic missions to Mars.
VOLCANO WATCH: Spiders and Other Portable Monitors
Portable volcano monitoring stations provide scientists with additional eyes and other sensor equipment in a hurry to monitor changes in eruptions.
UPDATE: Driver of Truck Uninjured in Highway 190 Rollover
Traffic was detoured to Kaiminani Drive and Waikolola Road for about five hours while a fire department hazmat crew cleaned up spilled waste oil and solvent.
Smartphone App to Diagnose Virus in Papayas on Oahu
Designed primarily for the Honolulu area, the app will help UH researchers test a theory that transgenic varieties have reduced the extent of ringspot virus.
Hilo Attorney Henry T. Nakamoto Named Family Court Judge
A litigator in family and real estate law for the past 18 years, Nakamoto will serve a six-year term is subject to Senate confirmation.
Hilo’s Penn Starts Second Stint as “TUF” Coach
Starting Wednesday, Fox Sports 1 began airing the 19th season of “The Ultimate Fighter,” featuring coaches Frankie Edgar and B.J. Penn.
VIDEO: Keaau Students Share Volcano Trip Via Internet
Students on Oahu and in Mexico took part in a virtual field trip as the Big Island students explored Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
