News
Price to Replace Enoki as Interim U.S. Attorney
Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced on Wednesday, Jan. 3, the appointment of Kenji Price as interim United States attorney for Hawai‘i.
Waiakea to Compete in the Hawaii LifeSmarts State Competition
Waiakea High School was recently announced as one of the top-scoring high school teams for the online portion of the annual Hawaii LifeSmarts State Competition
Over $1M Released to Fight Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death
Gov. David Ige has released $1.264 million to fight Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death.
Community Emergency Response Team Training for East Hawai‘i
The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense is offering Community Response Team (CERT) training for East Hawai‘i residents.
Fall 2017 UH Hilo Hawaiian Language Dean’s List
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Ka Haka `Ula O Ke’elikolani College of Hawaiian Language announced its Dean’s List for the Fall 2017 semester.
Hawai‘i Sheriff’s Division Statistics for 2017
Sheriff Division Special Operations Canine Units conducted 72 explosive searches, 55 narcotic searches & 182 customs searches during the calendar year of 2017.
HPD Issues Warrant for Volcano Man for Sexual Assault
The HPD is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a Volcano man wanted for an arrest warrant in connection with a sexual assault investigation.
Hospice of Kona to Hold Circle of Remembrance
Hospice of Kona invites the community to share in warm and loving tributes to family and friends who have died at its annual Circle of Remembrance.
Coast Guard Cutter ‘Oliver Berry’ Completes Fisheries Enforcement Patrol
The crew of the 154-foot Fast Response Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Berry (WPC 1124), recently completed a 10-day patrol of the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone.
Marine Institute Condemns Trump ‘Attack’ on National Monuments
A leader in securing strong protection for the oceans’ most important places condemns Trump’s decision to rescind protections for two U.S. national monuments.
HFD Responds to Structure Fire in Kamuela
Big Island firefighters arrived at the scene of single story residential wood frame structure fully involved in a fire in the early morning hours of Jan. 1.
Puna Kidnapping Suspects Wanted
The HPD is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two men and a woman who are wanted for questioning in connection with a kidnapping in Puna on Dec. 30.
Rat Lungworm Support Groups to be Held in Kea‘au
Two meetings will be held on Jan. 9 and Feb. 13 in Kea‘au to support survivors and their caregivers.
Hawai‘i Island Lane & Road Closures: Jan. 2–5
Temporary road and lane closures have been scheduled from Tuesday through Friday, Jan. 2 through 5, 2018.
Hawai‘i County Park Closures, 2018
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation announced its 2018 closure schedule for ‘Āhalanui, Isaac Kepo‘okalani, Kahalu‘u and Spencer Parks…
Attention Alert and Attack Warning Siren Test, Jan. 2
Hawai‘i’s monthly test of the Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System and broadcast is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018, at 11:45 a.m.
Hilo Man Loses Finger in Fireworks Accident
A man in his 40s had his right index finger amputated from an aerial-type fireworks that accidentally exploded while he was holding it.
HECO Offers Fireworks Safety Tips
Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʻi Electric Light would like to urge caution and offer fireworks safety tips.
DOH: Fireworks Safety Tips
For those who plan to use approved fireworks, exercise caution and follow important safety practices during the New Year celebration to prevent serious injuries.
