News
High Surf Advisory in Effect for Big Island
The current large west-northwest to northwest swell has peaked across the western half of the state.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Big Island
Monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action if a flash flood warning is issued.
Demonstrators on Maunakea Prep for Weather
As the months drag on and cooler temperatures come back to the island, their resolve remains the same. For the past month, people on the mauna have been preparing for the cold.
Kohala Institute at ‘Iole Welcomes Crabbe as CEO
Crabbe’s selection draws to a close a three-month search for a CEO to lead Kohala Institute of ‘Iole.
ACLU of Hawai‘i Joins ʻGivingTuesdayʻ Movement
The ACLU of Hawai‘i is accepting contributions during this year’s global GivingTuesday event on Dec. 3.
$850k in Federal Funding to Help Disabled Homeless in Hawai‘i
The funding will provide new vouchers to help disabled individuals seeking safe housing.
DLNR Presented with Monstrous Tilapia Fish
The Nile tilapia is an invasive species that may be threatening native species and local ecosystems.
Free Trauma Care Workshop Offered in Hilo, Kona
Led by Daniel “Ka‘eo” Goya, the workshops will explore how to identify and support cases of unresolved trauma.
PHOCUSED Joins Forces with Hawai‘i Appleseed Center
The merger is intended to help create policy changes that benefit Hawai‘i’s most vulnerable communities.
UH Studies Examine Impacts of Feral Pigs
The studies examined the impacts of feral pigs on soil bacteria and insects in specific habitat areas.
Endemic Species Found in Newly Developed Pools at Pohoiki
Where the historic Pohoiki boat ramp as become obsolete after the Kilauea eruption in 2018, new life is beginning to flourish on the newly created black sand beach in several anchialine pools.
Police Vehicle Totaled After Being Struck by Fleeing Tacoma Truck Driver
Police are asking the public’s help in locating a 24-year-old woman wanted in connection to a crash involving an officer’s vehicle, officials stated late Friday afternoon.
Big Island Road and Lane Closures: Nov. 16-22
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has released road and lane closures for the next week. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Queen K to Temporarily Close for Further Investigation
Police will initiate a temporary road closure for a stretch of Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway on Nov. 18 to further investigate the Nov. 10 fatality.
Man Dies in Fatal Crash Less Than Week After Queen K Collision
A Kailua-Kona man injured in a car crash Thursday, succumbed to his injuries and died this morning, police confirmed this afternoon.
Petition to Make Queen K Safer Gains Steam, Legislator Discusses Options
Moriah Smith-Kramer says the mothers of Kona have seen enough.
Keʻei Transfer Station Closed Due to Understaffing
The Keʻei Transfer Station is understaffed and will close today, and will reopen as regularly scheduled on Nov. 17 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
New Water Filling Stations to be Installed Around the Island
The public is invited to learn how to keep the ocean plastic free during a free event in Hilo next weekend where a new water bottle filling station will be installed at Wailoa Center.
Hilo Beaches Reopen, High Surf Advisory Remains in Effect
Onekahakaha and Kealoha (4-mile) Beach Parks in Keaukaha are closed due to a high surf advisory until further notice.
