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HPD Warning Public of Possible Tow Scam
Hawai`i Police Department is advising the public to aware of a possible tow scam after a Hilo man returned to his vehicle and found a suspicious message.
DOE: Public Survey on 2016-17 School Calendar
The Hawai’i Department of Education is seeking public input on the 2016-17 school calendar through an online survey.
Senate, House Pass Bills in Final Crossover
One-hundred-and-thirty-nine bills were passed Tuesday by the Hawai’i State Senate while 135 more were passed by the House.
Eight Acres Burn in Fire Off of Highway 19
The Hawai’i Fire Department responded to a brush fire Tuesday that burned eight acres.
Increased Windward Showers Expected
Trade winds can be expected through the remainder of the week and on through the weekend. Clouds and passing showers will tend to favor windward and…
New NW Swell Builds Late Today
A solid northwest swell is expected to build for the northeast coast late Wednesday into early Thursday, peak late Thursday and slowly fade out Friday…
UPDATE: Single Engine Plane Crashes at Hilo Airport
Three people injured in plane crash at Hilo International Airport and taken to hospital.
County Councilwoman Loses P-Card Privileges
District 9 Councilwoman Margaret Wille made unauthorized hotel stays on three different occasions, according to statements obtained by Big Island Now.
State AG Takes Over Kenoi Spending Case
The investigative authority over Mayor Billy Kenoi’s use of his county-issued p-card has been turned over to the office of State Attorney General Douglas Chin.
Man Charged in Friday Officer-Involved Shooting
The Hawai’i Police Department has charged Daesyn Pacheco-Muragin with multiple offenses following an incident Friday that led to an officer-involved shooting.
Breezy Trade Wind Weather Today
A disturbance high in the atmosphere is expected to pass over the islands towards the second half of the week, bringing wet weather across most of the state…
Solid NW Swell Expected Soon
A solid northwest swell is expected to build Wednesday, peak Thursday and slowly fade out Friday into the weekend. Some spots are expected to be overhead or…
Kenoi Spending Complaint in ‘Initial Review’
The County of Hawai’I Deputy Corporation Counsel will look into the ethics complaint filed against Mayor Billy Kenoi on May 13, the same day as the board’s monthly meeting.
Microsites Launched in Debate Over TMT
Mauna a Wakea groups and the Thirty Meter Telescope have each launched microsites in order to increase public awareness.
PKP Plans Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Prince Kuhio Plaza is getting a multi-million dollar facelift that is scheduled to be completed by the 2015 holiday season.
UH Board of Regents Plan Special Hilo Meeting
The University of Hawai’i Board of Regents plans a special meeting in Hilo scheduled for Thursday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m.
Hilo House Fire Causes $100K in Damages
The Hawai’i County Fire Department responded to an early Sunday morning structure fire on Amauulu Road in Hilo.
Scheduled Lane Closures: April 13-17
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced its weekly lane closures of Big Island roadways.
Windward Showers Today, Increase Expected Midweek
Locally breezy trade winds are expected to continue through Tuesday. The trades should continue to transport clouds and showers…
Solid NW Swell Expected Midweek
Our current north-northwest swell is expected to peak Monday before slowly fading Tuesday. A solid northwest swell is expected to build Wednesday…
