Featured
UPDATE: Body Found Friday Identified as Shayne Kobayashi
Shayne Kobayashi was last seen at his Puna home on Dec. 11.
Two Bodies Found in Puna Over Past Five Days
Police searching for a missing Puna man found the first of two remains in advanced stage of decomposition on Friday and the second in another area on Tuesday.
UPDATE: Head-On Collision Near Pahala Claims Five Lives
The collision near the 54-mile marker on Highway 11 disrupted traffic through Ka`u for about six hours.
Blockbuster Closing Hilo Store Location
The last remaining Blockbuster store on island is among 300 locations being closed nationwide.
Bail For Couple in Drug Bust Set at $313,000 Each
The man and woman were allegedly found with nearly six ounces of cocaine and $8,900 in cash at a Waimea motel room.
Preliminary Hearing Thursday for Claude and Kawena Krause
The two cousins have been charged with murder in connection with the disappearance of Puna resident Dante Gilman.
Fiscal Matters Dominate State of the State Address
Gov. Neil Abercrombie outlines plans to keep Hawaii on its path toward a stable economy.
Punahele Street Closed by Fallen Tree Branch Monday Night
The street was closed for several hours while a county crew cleared the debris.
Free Tax Help for Seniors and Low-Middle Income Families
Starting Feb. 1, seniors and low-to-middle income families can receive free tax help at locations around the Big Island as part of the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program.
One Big Island Police Officer Fired in 2012
The termination resulted from the commission of a crime, the same reason for the firing of one of five officers terminated in 2011.
Hula Festivities Honor ‘Iolani Luahine
This year, the 11th Annual ‘Iolani Luahine Hula Festival takes place on January 24, 25, and 26, at the Hulihe’e Palace grounds and at the King Kamehameha Hotel’s courtyard.
UPDATE: Cousins Held Without Bail For Murder
The Krause cousins are being held without bail in connection with the suspected murder of a Hawaiian Acres man missing since Dec. 30.
Souki Introduces Bill Legalizing Recreational Use of Marijuana
The bill would allow for personal and non-public use of marijuana by those age 21 and over.
Spring Semester Enrollment Drops at UH-Hilo, HCC
The drop was the first at both schools since the mid-2000s.
Motorists Advised to Avoid Kilauea-Pauahi Intersection This Weekend
Ongoing work to repave Kilauea Avenue is disrupting traffic but is also ahead of schedule.
Job Fair for Veterans Jan. 31 in Hilo
A job fair will be held for current and former active-duty military and their spouses as part of the 2013 Hiring Our Heroes Event on Jan. 31.
UPDATE: No Sharks Spotted, Kiholo Bay Reopened
A helicopter survey done off the waters off Kiholo turned up no sign of the animal.
UPDATE: Arrest Made in Missing-Person-Murder Case
Police have arrested Claude Krauss of Kurtistown on suspicion of murder in connection with the disappearance of Puna resident Dante Peter Gilman.
Legislature Opens With New Leadership, Entertainment
State lawmakers have new leadership and an upbeat opinion of the economy, if opening day ceremonies are any indication.
UPDATE: Fisherman Search Continues For Fourth Day Today
The missing man, identified as Roland Gacayan Sr. of Pahala, fell off a cliff on Sunday.
