News
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives in Monterey
“Hikianalia” sailed into Monterey Harbor last week and received a ceremonial welcome on Sept. 29, 2018, from the Monterey community.
HWF & Matson Ship Another Container to Nets-to-Energy Program
HWF and volunteers filled another 40-foot container with 10 tons of derelict fishing and cargo nets and line they collected from Hawai‘i Island coastlines.
Waikoloa Man Dies in 2-Vehicle Collision
A 51-year-old Waikoloa man died following a two-vehicle collision Friday evening, Sept. 28, 2018, in Kailua-Kona.
Emergency & Wireless Alert Test Scheduled
A nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alert is set for Oct. 3.
USGS: Before & After Pictures of Kīlauea Lava Flow
The U.S. Geological Survey released before and after satellite images of the Leilani Estates subdivision.
Public Libraries Hosting Cyber Security Programs
The Hawai‘i State Public Library System will offer “Safe and Secure” cyber safety awareness programs at various public libraries throughout October.
REPORT: Hawai‘i is 2018’s Worst State for Teachers
A new report says Hawai‘i’s teachers are the lowest paid in the nation.
Lt. Fujitake Named August’s Officer of the Month
Lt. Fujitake was off-duty when he witnessed a strange event and decided to investigate it further.
Haleki‘i Street Closed Due to Traffic Incident
HAWAI‘I ISLAND TRAFFIC ALERT: 9:24 a.m.: Haleki‘i Street between Mamao and Muli Streets is closed due to traffic incident. Inoperable traffic signal at Highwat 11/Halekii Street.
#BigIslandNowTRAFFIC
Flood Advisory Issued for Parts of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood advisory for the island of Hawai‘i in until 12:30 a.m.
Rep. Gabbard Leads Partnership Between Hawai‘i & Goa, India
When Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard visited India, she stopped in Goa and started the process to form a special partnership between Goa and Hawai‘i.
HPD Searching for Robbery Suspect
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department reported a robbery at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 28, on Hinano Street in Hilo.
4 Hilo Parks Reopen After Hurricane Damage Repairs
Carvalho Park Baseball Field and three of the Hilo Bayfront parks have reopened for recreational use as of Friday, Sept. 28, 2018.
Hawai‘i Island Lane & Road Closure: Sept. 29–Oct. 5
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation and the County of Hawaiʻi Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures.
Coalition Opposes Trump Administration Efforts to Block Immigrants Seeking Asylum
Group of 18 state attorneys general on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018, to stop the Trump Administration from arbitrarily blocking immigrants who seek asylum.
Hawai‘i & Goa, India Sign Agreement to Enter Into Sister-State Relationship
The State of Hawai‘i and Goa, India, signed an agreement to enter into a sister-state relationship on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018.
Hawai‘i Island Lane Closures, Sept. 28–30
The State of Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation and the County of Hawaiʻi Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary lane closures.
Hawai‘i County Mayor Praises FEMA
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim expressed deep gratitude for the tremendous help FEMA provided with both the eruption and hurricane emergencies.
Waimea Town Meeting to Focus on Proposed Tax Amendment
The WCA Town Meeting on Oct. 4 will focus on the proposed constitutional amendment that would establish a new tax on investment properties to support education.
Hawai‘i Island Flood Advisory Issued
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the Big Island until 7:45 p.m.
