News
HFD Rescues Woman from River’s Swift Waters
A woman is in stable condition after she was rescued from the side of an embankment of a river in Kaumana, Monday afternoon.
Found Fugitive Suspect in 2 Officer-Involved Shootings
A fugitive found in Volcano early Sunday morning was also a suspect in two officer-involved shootings in East Hawaii.
Palani Road to get New Street Lights
Traffic delays are expected as new streets are installed along a section of Palani Road.
Make-A-Wish Grants O‘ahu Teen’s Request to Visit Big Island
The Fairmont Orchid is partnering with Make-A-Wish Hawai‘i this holiday season to grant a special wish of a 16-year-old girl from O‘ahu who’s battling a brain tumor.
Judge Nakamura Retires; Fujino Named Interim Chief Judge
Third Circuit Court Chief Judge Greg Nakamura has retired after 29 years on the bench.
Kealakehe Greenwaste Services Closed
The Kealakehe Transfer Station Greenwaste Services is closed as of 8 a.m. today and will reopen as regularly scheduled on Dec. 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
High Surf Advisory Remains in Effect
A high surf advisory issued Nov. 30 remains in place as of 8 a.m. this morning.
Man Charged With Manslaughter Changes Plea
A man accused of hitting and killing a Hawai‘i County Fire captain with his vehicle earlier this year has changed his plea to no contest.
Gas Prices Rise Over Thanksgiving
Honolulu gas prices saw a rise of 2.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.55, according to GasBuddy’s report this morning.
High Surf Warning Downgraded to Advisory
The National Weather Service canceled the high surf warning. However, a high surf advisory remains in effect for all north and east facing shores of Hawaii Island through Monday.
3 Fugitives Found in Volcano Home
Two fugitives were taken into custody early this morning at a residence in Volcano.
Hilo Beaches Close Amid High Surf Warning
Bayfront Highway is currently closed as the National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning for north and east facing shores.
High Surf Advisory Issued for North, East Facing Shores
The National Weather Service issued a high surf advisory this evening through Monday.
Council Members to Begin Discussions on Energy Code
For the first time, the Department of Public Works sought input from industry professionals in a code adoption process regarding Hawaii County’s energy code.
Hirono Co-Introduces Bill to Fight Homelessness
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono co-introduced a bill with the goal of increasing federal investment programs to alleviate homelessness and poverty.
UH-Hilo to Celebrate Opening, Blessing of Pharmacy School Building
University of Hawai‘i in Hilo will be holding a grand opening and blessing ceremony for the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy Building this week.
State Looks to Increase Recruitment, Retention of School Teachers
The state will be looking at implementing new retention and recruitment strategies in an effort to tackle Hawai‘i’s teacher shortage problem.
Flight Operations Scheduled in Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announces the following upcoming flight plans for December.
HPD Provides Tips Against Theft During Holiday Shopping
With the holiday season now in full swing, Hawaiʻi Island police advises the public to take precautions against car theft, identity theft and the theft of items from within vehicles.
Rep. Case Calls on Federal Government to Address COFA
A Hawaii Island congressman is calling on the federal government to fully reimburse the state for the cost of providing public services to migrants from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Republic of Palau and the Federated States of Micronesia, all designated as Freely Associated States.
