News
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures, July 21–27
The State of Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation and the County of Hawaiʻi Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary lane closures.
Captain Cook Memorial Plaque Returns
A new plaque that commends the spot where Captain James Cook was killed on Hawai’i island in 1779 is back on the historic Captain Cook memorial Awili landing at Kaʻawaloa.
Legacy Land Conservation Program Agrees to Waiʻōpae Termination
Hawai‘i DLNR Chair Suzanne Case has notified Mayor Harry Kim of the State’s termination of a grant agreement with the County.
Apparent Drug Use at Evacuation Shelter ‘Upsetting’
There have been quite a few complaints about the evacuation shelters and how they are being run.
Chinese Company Donating 35 Prefab Homes to Big Island
A company in China from the Huangpu District of Guangzhou is donating 35 prefabricated homes to Hawai‘i Island to be used as temporary housing.
Cop Killer Dead Following Police Shootout in South Point
The suspect in the fatal shooting of Hawai‘i Police Officer Bronson Kailioa on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, has been killed in a shootout with HPD.
Hawai‘i Army National Guard From Hilo Deploying to Egypt
90 Soldiers from Headquarters Troop, 1st Squadron, 299th Cavalry Regiment, Hawai‘i Army National Guard, participated in a deployment ceremony in Hilo.
Spot the International Space Station
Hawai‘i residents can spot the International Space Station tonight, Friday, July 20, 2018, (depending on clouds). It will be visible beginning at 7:19 p.m.
Upfront Planning, Means No Pets Left Behind
The unpredictability of the Kīlauea eruption and lava flow reminds us that upfront planning now, can ease stressful situations in evacuating pets later.
HPD Investigates 2 Officer-Involved Shooting Incidents
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating two officer-involved shooting incidents that occurred Thursday, July 18, in the areas of Keauhou and Napo‘opo‘o Road.
4 p.m.: No Further Lava Advancement Toward Pohoiki
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PHOTOS: Pohoiki May Be Gone Soon
The U.S. Geological Survey released these photos of the East Rift Zone on Thursday, July 19, 2018.
VIDEO: Lava Flow Overtaking Pohoiki
Videographer Mick Kalber released this video of an overflight of the East Rift Zone he took with Paradise Helicopters on Thursday, July 19, 2018.
$30,000 Reward Offered for Info Leading to Conviction of Cop Killer
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department are continuing the search for Justin Waiki for the murder of Officer Bronson K. Kaliloa.
Texas Man Dies in Vehicle-Bicycle Crash
HPD reports that a 73-year-old Texas man died following a vehicle-bicycle crash Thursday morning, July 19, on Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway Route 19 near the 85-mile marker.
Salmonella Case Reported in Hawai‘i
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella caused by raw turkey products from a variety of sources.
More Assistance Available for Those Impacted by Kīlauea
More than 1,800 new households impacted by the continuing Kīlauea eruption may be eligible to receive more than $460,000 in food benefits.
New Computer Science Programs Coming to Schools
Educators from across the state will be teaching new innovative computer science curricula in their respective middle and high schools this coming school year.
$10,000 Reward Offered for Info Leading to Conviction of Cop Killer
Justin Joshua Waiki is to be considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.
Legislator Honors Fallen HPD Officer
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard spoke on the House floor today, honoring the service and sacrifice of Hawai‘i County Police Officer Bronson Kaliloa…
