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4 PM: Lava 500 Feet From Pohoiki Boat Ramp
This news story will be updated throughout the day as new information becomes available and new articles will be added to the website’s “News” section.
HFD Rescues Cliff Jumper
HFD rescued a swimmer that was in distress after jumping from a cliff top at South Point in the area known as “Ladders.”
VIDEO: Pohoiki Hanging On
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Tuesday, July 24, 2018.
VIDEO & PHOTOS: Collapse Event at Summit, Lava Nears Boat Ramp
The U.S. Geological Survey released this video of a the collapse event at the summit and photos of the East Rift Zone on Tuesday, July 24, 2018.
Bill Builds Bipartisan Momentum Behind Federal Marijuana Reform
Reps. Tulsi Gabbard and Carlos Curbelo (FL-26), along with the NORML, introduced bipartisan legislation to evaluate states’ marijuana policies.
24 NJ Residents Allegedly Steal Nearly $250K From Hawai‘i
Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal reported the indictment of 24 New Jersey residents.
PHOTOS & VIDEOS: HFD Overflight of East Rift Zone
The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense has released these photos and videos taken of the East Rift Zone on Monday, July 23, 2018. Click on the photos to enlarge.
Legislation Passed to Provide Federal Damage Assessment for Kīlauea Eruptions
The U.S. Senate passed legislation authored by U.S. Sen.Brian Schatz that will help Hawai‘i Island assess the damage the ongoing Kīlauea eruptions has made.
Senators Seek Clarification on Proposal of Citizenship Question
On Tuesday, July 24, 2018, U.S. Sens. Brian Schatz and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) called for Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to come before Congress to clarify his comments.
DLNR Responds to Reports of Sea Turtles Trapped by Lava
DLNR responds to social media reports of sea turtles trapped or affected by the East Rift Zone Eruption in the Kapoho and Pohoiki areas of the Big Island.
Arrests Made in Officer Shooting Investigation
Hawaiʻi Island police are continuing the investigation into individuals who may have provided assistance to Justin Waiki while on the run after he shot and killed Officer Bronson Kaliloa on July 17, 2018.
UPDATE: How Long Will This Eruption Last?
A new USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory report reassesses the possible lifespan of Kīlauea Volcano’s recent activity.
8 More Loiterers Cited, Drone Confiscated in Lava Zone
In the last few weeks, an additional eight people have been cited for loitering in the East Rift Eruption Zone—seven of them in the last 24 hours.
South Hilo Crime Report: July 13–19
The HPD responded to three burglaries, five vehicle thefts and eight vehicle break-ins over the seven-day period from Friday through Thursday, July 13 to 19, 2018.
STARS’ Aloha Alert Group to Meet July 28
The Surviving to Thriving Advocacy, Resources and Support (STARS) group invites all concerned community members to join them on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at the Hawai‘i County Prosecutor’s Office in Hilo to call for peace, talk and support one another.
4 PM: Lava About 500 Feet From Pohoiki Boat Ramp
This news story will be updated throughout the day as new information becomes available and new articles will be added to the website’s “News” section.
VIDEO: Lava Nears Pohoiki Boat Ramp
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Monday, July 23, 2018.
Food Assistance Soon Available to Those Affected by Eruption
The Department of Human Services reports that short-term food assistance will soon be available for families affected by the East Hawai‘i Kīlauea volcanic eruption.
VIDEO: Lava Spares Pohoiki for Now
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Sunday, July 22, 2018.
PHOTOS: Lava Continues to Ocean
The U.S. Geological Survey released these photos from an overflight of the East Rift Zone on Monday, July 23, 2018.
