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Do you know this man and woman suspected in Waikōloa theft?
The suspects were accompanied by 2 children during the incident the evening of Sept. 29 at KTA Super Stores, when they allegedly stole $165 worth of grocery items.
Incumbent Democrats record wins across Big Island in state elections
Democrats dominated state elections throughout the islands, although Republicans picked up state House seats on O‘ahu.
Young people may apply for inaugural Hawai‘i Youth Transportation Council tackling climate
The Youth Council will advise the Hawai‘i Transportation Department on its climate mitigation and adaptation commitments and programs.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ incumbent trustees retain seats in 2024 election
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs, a semi-autonomous state agency, is made up of nine elected officials who serve four-year terms.
University of Hawai‘i study shows coral reefs can survive some climate change, with help
Researchers created 40 experimental systems that mimic the environment of a coral reef in the wild.
Trump wins another 4 years in the White House
Incumbents U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono and U.S. Congresswoman Jill Tokuda win re-election in the 2024 Hawai’i General Election.
Updated: 2024 Hawai‘i General Election results
Check out the results from the 2024 General Election now!
Dr. Kimo Alameda defeats incumbent Mitch Roth for Hawaiʻi Island mayor
Promising change and transparency, Dr. Kimo Alameda garnered 51.2% of the vote on the Big Island.
Unexpected early morning seismic alarm clock jolts Big Island awake on Election Day
Magnitude-4.8 earthquake struck the island at 1:42 a.m. today, 3 miles southwest of Pāhala, on the southeastern flank of Mauna Loa, at a depth of 24 miles below sea level. It had no impact on either Mauna Loa or Kīlauea volcanoes.
Phytoplankton boosted by eddies supplying nutrients, per University of Hawai‘i study
Nutrient availability is vital for phytoplankton, which form the base of the marine food chain.
Fastest-feeding black hole in the early Universe discovered by U.S. scientists
“This black hole is having a feast,” said astronomer Julia Scharwächter.
Hawai‘i Island cyclists, state representative ride Route 130 for bike safety advocacy
The ride was intended to demonstrate the road, from Keaʻau to Pāhoa, is used regularly by cyclists despite safety concerns.
Election Day votes could impact too-close-to-call race for Hawai‘i County mayor
University of Hawai‘i political science professor says it’s essentially a choice between a steady approach to county government or a less conventional but untested approach, with the appeal of each depending on whether voters think their needs are being met by incumbent Mitch Roth’s administration or if they’re ready to take a chance and go a new direction with challenger Kimo Alameda.
Suspect sought in Downtown Hilo burglary
South Hilo patrol officers responded at about 2:40 a.m. Oct. 10 to a report of an alarm at a business in the 400 block of Manono Street. Officers determined a male suspect entered the business, removed numerous pieces of merchandise and fled the scene.
Police seek fraud suspect after multiple purchases made on lost credit card
A person linked to one or more of these transactions was captured on video surveillance and is shown wearing a green-T-shirt, dark-colored shorts, dark sunglasses and a light-colored visor.
Rain, rain here to stay for windward Big Island
A plume of tropical moisture combined with a low level trough and an upper level trough look to all line up to bring the best chance of heavy rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms to windward Big Island today through Tuesday, with a cold front stalling over the state later this week bringing a period of wet trade winds.
University of Hawai‘i expert on Hello Kitty attributes global icon’s popularity to design, as character celebrates 50 years
Christine Yano is a leading expert on Hello Kitty’s cultural impact.
UH Hilo men’s and women’s soccer teams each shut out opponents, 3-0, on Saturday
Mirai Sato put through the first and last scores of the Hilo men’s team victory over Fresno Pacific University.
Business Monday: Ola Brew resurrecting Hawai‘i spirit ‘Ōkolehao
Known for its beers, hard seltzers and hard juices, Ola Brew was awarded the prestigious “Best in Class” award on Oct. 6 for its ‘Ōkolehao, a distilled spirit of Hawai’i, at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Flood watch on Hawai‘i Island begins Sunday night
Residents in flood prone areas are advised to prepare for possible heavy rains and potential flooding.