News
High Surf Advisory Issued for Big Island
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center reports that as of 11 a.m., Hurricane Norman was 690 miles E of Hilo with sustained winds of 80 mph moving west at 14 mph.
Disaster Assistance Deadline Approaching
For residents that suffered damages from the 2018 Kīlauea eruption and earthquake disasters, the County of Hawai‘i reports that Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, is the deadline to register.
Sen. Hirono Presents Opening Statement at Kavanaugh Hearing
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, forcefully outlined what’s at stake in the fight for the future of the Supreme Court and the threat Judge Brett Kavanaugh would pose to the constitutional rights of millions.
New S. Kohala District Court Judge Appointed
Mahilani E.K. Hiatt was sworn in as judge of the District Family Court of the Third Circuit at the South Kohala District Court.
Vehicle Disposal Program Deadline Extended
Are you looking to get rid of that car that is worth nothing.
Warning Siren Test Scheduled for Sept. 4
Hawai‘i’s monthly test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 4, at 11:45 a.m.
WCA Meeting to Cover Wide Range of Important Issues
The Waimea Community Association will hold a “catch up” town meeting on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018, at 5:15 p.m. in the Waimea School cafeteria.
Democrats Oppose Kavanaugh’s Nomination to Supreme Court
The confirmation hearing for US Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh began today, Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018, in Washington, DC.
HELCO Explains Sept. 2 Power Outage
Customers in portions of Hilo, Kea‘au, Puna, Honoka‘a, Kona, South Point, Waikoloa and Waimea experienced a power interruption early Sunday morning, Sept. 2.
Hurricane Norman to Enter Central Pacific This Week
Tropical Depression Miriam fades to the north of Hawai‘i; Hurricane Norman resurges to Category 4; Tropical Storm Olivia forecast to strengthen to hurricane status by Tuesday.
Road Projects Scheduled for Labor Day Weekend
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation State Highways reports several Labor Day Weekend roadway projects on the Big Island.
Hikianalia More Than Halfway to California
The Polynesian voyaging canoe Hikianalia, as of Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018, have made a 90 degree turn east toward Northern California.
Mayor Kim Signs 4th Supplementary Emergency Proclamation
Mayor Harry Kim has signed a Fourth Supplementary Emergency Proclamation on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018.
HVNP Makes Progress Toward Reopening Sept. 22
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is finishing emergency repairs and making progress towards reopening parts of the park by 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22, National Public Lands Day.
South Hilo Crime Report: Aug. 24–30, 2018
HPD responded to seven burglaries, two vehicle thefts and two vehicle break-ins over the seven-day period from Friday through Thursday, Aug 24 to 30.
Labor Day Weekend: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
The summer is coming to an end and this Labor Day weekend is going to be a busy one.
USS Chicago Changes Hands
The Navy reports that the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Chicago (SSN 721) held a change of command ceremony.
Changes to Puna Lava Zone Policies & Checkpoints
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reports changes to Puna lava zone policies involving restricted areas and checkpoints, as the pause in the Lower East Rift Zone eruption continues.
Hawai‘i Woman Charged With $1M Theft From Poker Magazine
The Las Vegas Review Journal reports that a Hawai‘i woman is accused of stealing more than $1 million from one of the poker industry’s leading publications.
