News
MISSING: Alicia Hope Pilat, 16, Kailua-Kona
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s help in looking for a teenager who was reported missing.
Why is Hawai‘i Losing More Teachers Every Year?
Hawai‘i is losing 1,200 teachers each year; there aren’t enough locals going into the profession to meet demand. Big Island Now explores possible reasons for this dilemma.
HPD Initiates South Kohala Negligent Injury Investigation
A 38-year-old Waikoloa man suffered severe injuries following a two-vehicle collision on May 16, at the intersection of Waikoloa Road and Uluwehi Street.
Endangered Hawaiian Petrel Heard on Maunakea After 50 Years of Silence
The sound of the ʻuaʻu, or Hawaiian petrel (Pterodroma sandwichensis) was heard on Maunakea for the first time in more than 50 years.
11 Incoming UH Hilo Students Awarded Scholarships
Eleven students from Hawai‘i public and private high schools have been awarded a prestigious four-year Chancellor’s Scholarship by the UHat Hilo for 2019-20.
Hawai‘i DOH Appoints New Chief of Alcohol & Drug Abuse Division
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has appointed Janelle Saucedo, LCSW, LSW, as the new chief of the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division.
Rep. Gabbard Votes to Pass Equality Act
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard voted in support of H.R. 5, the Equality Act, which was passed by the House this afternoon. She is an original cosponsor of the legislation.
Bill Introduced to Stop Child Pornography
The End National Defense Network Abuse Act would help the Pentagon stop the use of the DOD’s network to possess … child pornography.
Visitor Stats Decrease Most on Big Island Due to Kīlauea Eruption
On the Big Island, visitor arrivals and spending dropped back more than the other Hawaiian Island due to the Kīlauea eruption in mid-2018.
Mayor Kim Promises Transit Improvements
The Hele-On is currently running with just 13 county buses from a fleet of 55 in a system with 29 routes; Mayor Kim says he’s working on changing that.
Aila Jr. Appointed Interim Chair of Hawaiian Homes Commission/DHHL Director
Gov. David Ige has appointed William J. Aila Jr. as interim chairman of the Hawaiian Homes Commission/director of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.
Rep. Gabbard Video: U.S. Must Not Go to War With Iran
Tulsi Gabbard, Hawai‘i congresswoman and presidential candidate, released a video campaign on Thursday, May 16, 2019.
Scheduled Weekend Lane & Road Closures: May 17–19
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled from Friday to Sunday, May 17 to 19, 2019.
Over Height Vehicle Parking Limited at HNL
HDOT Airports Division is warning motorists that the number of parking stalls for vehicles higher than 6-foot-6 at HNL has been reduced.
Final Field Site in National System Goes Online in Natural Reserve Area
A 105-foot-high meteorological tower is the final component of the National Ecological Observatory Network.
3 More Individuals Arrested Connected to Grand Jury Indictment
Three more individuals were arrested Thursday, May 16, 2019 connected to Grand Jury Indictments which occurred on Monday, May 13.
Man Drowns Near Captain Cook Monument
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a drowning near the Captain Cook Monument at Kauhou Bay on Thurday, May 16, 2019, at 10:32 a.m.
UH Regents Approve Tuition Freeze for Most Students
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents (BOR) has approved on Thursday, May 16, 2019, a three-year freeze of undergraduate tuition rates.
May 20 Marks Start of Annual Click It or Ticket
HDOT are reminding drivers and passengers of the importance of wearing seat belts through the annual Click It or Ticket campaign.
Rep. Case Returns From Kosovo & Egypt
Congressman Ed Case has just returned to Capitol Hill from a four-day congressional visit to the countries of Kosovo and Egypt.
