News
Lava Tree State Monument Reopens
The gate to Lava Tree State Monument in the Puna District on Hawai‘i Island will open for the first time in more than seven months beginning on Dec 6.
Inverted Hawaiian Flag Placed Atop Fissure 8
An upside down Hawaiian flag has been placed on the top of Fissure 8.
Big Island Police Scanner Log: Nov. 29 to Dec. 3
Incidents reported to the Hawai‘i Police Department were compiled from a digital scanner between Thursday and Wednesday, Nov. 29 and Dec. 5, 2018.
Aerial Line Inspections Scheduled
To improve system reliability, Hawai‘i Electric Light Company will be conducting its quarterly aerial inspections of major overhead transmission lines.
Ambrosia Beetles Linked to Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa has published the first study to confirm the role of ambrosia beetles in Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death (ROD).
Rat Lungworm Support Group Meeting Set
The Rat Lungworm (RLW) Support Group will have a meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018, at the Kea‘au Community Center from 4 to 6 p.m.
Consumer Protection Offers Tips to Avoid Holiday Scams
Hawai‘i Office of Consumer Protection is cautioning consumers to beware of scams and deceptive advertising while shopping at stores and online.
HPD Searching for Man Considered Dangerous
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Douglas K. Louis, a 38-year-old male who frequents Pahala in the District of Kaʻū.
Parker School’s Robotic Team Competes at State Championship
Parker School’s robotics team recently competed at the Hawai‘i FIRST LEGO League (FLL) State Championship on O‘ahu on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018.
STUDY: Hawai‘i Has Least Aggressive Holiday Drivers
According to a recent study, Hawai‘i drivers maintain the aloha spirit during the holidays, while the rest of the country exhibits aggressive driving behaviors.
STUDY: Why ‘Alalā Eggs Fail to Hatch
Conservation geneticist Jolene Sutton at UH Hilo received a grant that will help discover why eggs have failed to hatch for two iconic endangered bird species.
UPDATE: Tsunami Threat Has Passed
Hawai‘i may receive some tidal action due to the 7.6-M Earthquake in the Loyalty Islands.
Visitors Rescued After Rising Tides Trap Them
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department helicopter Chopper 1 rescued two visitors from Utah in the Eastern Point of Pololū Valley.
HVNP: December Flight Operations
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reports the following upcoming flight plans for December.
HPD Investigating $150,000 Farm Burglary
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department is investigating a burglary which occurred sometime between Nov. 22 and 23.
Most Fed Offices Closed Dec. 5 for National Day of Mourning
To honor the passing of the country’s 41st president, George H.W. Bush, Wednesday, Dec. 5, has been designated a National Day of Mourning by Executive Order.
Commission Seeks Suggestions for Land Preservation
Do you know of a special property in Hawai‘i County that should be permanently preserved?
Soldier Sentenced for Attempting to Provide Support Materials to ISIS
kaika Erik Kang, 35, a Sergeant First Class in the U.S. Army formerly stationed at Schofield Barracks, was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Lt. Gov. Green Will Deliver Keynote at UHH Fall Commencement
Recently elected Lt. Gov. Joshua Green, M.D. will deliver the keynote address at the 2018 University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Fall Commencement.
13th Legislature Leadership & Committee Assignments Set
Hawai‘i State House of Representatives Speaker Scott K. Saiki announced the leadership and the committee assignments for the Thirtieth Legislature (2019-20).
