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UPDATE: Driver of Truck in Fatal South Kohala Crash Identified
Police do not believe speed or alcohol were factors in the collision in which the man’s truck sideswiped an oncoming vehicle driven by a tourist from Canada.
Contemporary Tag-art Exhibit Opens In Hilo
The East Rift Art Show will run through Feb. 26 at the Hawaii Museum of Contemporary Art in Hilo.
Kona Man Dies in Police Custody, Investigation Underway
Police said Randall Hatori, 39, ran from officers attempting to make an arrest and became unresponsive following a struggle.
Monk Seal and Pup Vacate North Kohala Beach Park
At NOAA’s request, the county had been closing Keokea Beach Park early each night to minimize public interaction with the seal and the pup born in November.
VIDEO: Battle Against Little Fire Ants Picking Up Steam
As horror stories from victims keep growing, state lawmakers are considering 15 bills dealing with the pest that spreads rapidly and packs a powerful bite.
Body of Man Missing in Akaka Falls Park Found
Jeffrey Reyes of Pepeekeo was last seen leaving his van in the Akaka Falls parking lot Friday morning.
ANALYSIS: Who Owns Hawaii?
From “old money” to new faces, we break down Hawai`i’s top ten landowners by acreage.
Namasté Fans Holding Impromptu Memorial Saturday
Zoo officials say while they can appreciate the sentiment, given the way the community took to the now-departed tiger, an official event is also in the works.
Blizzard Traps Hiker for Two Nights on Mauna Loa
The snowstorm hit as the New York college professor from was returning from the summit, forcing him to spend the next two nights along the volcano’s trail.
DOT: Clearing Along Volcano Highway Has Multiple Benefits
Clearing of brush and trees along the four-lane highway between Hilo and Keaau will improve line-of-sight for motorists and make for easier maintenance.
Two Students Arrested Following ‘Small Explosion’ at Hilo High
The Waianuenue Avenue school was put on lockdown for nearly 90 minutes following the explosion of what may have been a “bottle bomb.”
Weather Watches Cancelled; Mountains Mantled with Snow
For the first time all week, Big Island residents don’t have to batten down the hatches and can enjoy the views of snow on Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa.
Man Arrested Following Robbery of Hilo Bank
The man was arrested on Aupuni Street about a half-hour after the robbery of Central Pacific Bank on Kilauea Avenue.
Board Action Paving Way for Puna Park Expansion
A violation of state rules has so far prevented the county from acquiring a shoreline parcel in Pohoiki.
Flood Watch Extended Again, to Midday Thursday
Continuing unstable atmospheric conditions mean the possibility of heavy rains will continue for another day, particularly over windward areas, forecaster say.
BLOG: House Judiciary Chair Takes On Citizens United Ruling
Rep. Karl Rhoads admits his push for a constitutional amendment won’t carry legal weight, but is nevertheless making a statement about campaign donations.
Man Arraigned in 2011 Death of 19-Month-Old Child
Xavier “Pee Wee” Cortez is being held on $1 million bond in the death of Pomaikai Ferreira, who was the daughter of his girlfriend.
UPDATE: Flash-Flood Watch Extended to Noon Wednesday
The moisture-laden remnant of a cold front, combined with an unstable atmosphere, continued to produce rain on the Big Island today.
Tourist Robbed at Waimea Shopping Center
The visitor from France was in the center’s parking lot when he had a bag of clothing taken from him shortly before 9 p.m.
Comment Deadline Approaching on Plan to Kill Egrets, Barn Owls
Testimony on environmental study on the federal plan designed to protect native birds the egrets and owls prey upon is due by Monday, Feb. 3.
