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49-year-old Juan Carlos Espinoza Lopez was sentenced April 3 for possessing with the intent to distribute methamphetamine and heroin, being an illegal immigrant in possession of a firearm and ammunition and illegal re-entry into the country. He was arrested in April 2024 in Ocean View.

There’s once again some great events and activities happening around the Big Island during the upcoming week — and even further out. Be sure to check all of them out now!

3 pups have already been born this year. While monk seals can give birth at any time of the year, March through August is when a majority of young make their debut.

He is described as between 5-foot-7 and 5-foot-9, weighing 140 to 160 pounds, Caucasian, with a short brown beard, tan complexion and short brown hair.

At this time, police believe that alcohol, inattention, and not wearing a seatbelt, were the primary factors in the crash.

The suspect brandished a knife, verbally threatening and injured an employee during the alleged incident.

Bidding for Ka Hale Hanu, 78-133 Ehukai St., is set to open on April 10 through Concierge Auctions and Compass Real Estate.

The suspect was ordered to appear for a preliminary hearing on April 2.

The equipment was initially reported stolen on Jan. 23 and located two days later.

Unlike the current Red Flag Warning system, which relies on weather from a limited number of stations, these maps provide a daily, high-resolution look at the most current fire ignition risks statewide.

Fathers, businesses, and nonprofits in Hawai‘i have a chance to be recognized for their dedication to strengthening families as the Hawai‘i State Commission on Fatherhood opens applications for its 2025 awards and sponsorship opportunities.

Two nonprofits have partnered for the past seven years to count whales during peak season, ensuring data is collected simultaneously.

The Kona Beekeeping Legacy Project was spearheaded by Leandra Rouse, who started the project as a way to pay tribute to her father and celebrate his 75th birthday, Gus, who raised queen bees in South Kona for nearly four decades at Kona Queen Bees.

Efforts to restore the flame Friday were unsuccessful. The next step is to clear the line or replace the plugged section of piping. More will be known about the situation and a possible solution by early this week.

More than 150 stakeholders came together last week at the Arc of Hilo to collaborate during Hawai’i County’s first event focused on launching a thriving Big Island creative sector.

The 30-year-old remains in police custody on $2.02 million bond.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check now to see if any of your travel plans will be impacted.

The Department of Defense is planning to test the capability of the rockets to deliver military material and equipment anywhere in the world in hours.

Hiro’s Place in the KTA Center on East Puainako Street was shuttered Friday, being deemed an imminent health hazard to the public by Hawai‘i Department of Health.

Delta Airlines is adding a new winter flight, direct from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, starting Dec. 19. American Airlines is resuming its seasonal direct flight from Dallas Fort Worth to Kona on Nov. 20.