Hawaiʻi police investigate possible drowning in Kaʻū
A 59-year old female visitor in Nāʻālehu was in distress while swimming at Whittington Beach Park leading to bystanders bringing her to shore where she appeared to become unresponsive.
Update: Scrap metal fire forces evacuations in North Kona; no injuries reported
According to Hawai‘i Island police, the blaze is under control but has resulted in a large amount of smoke lingering in the immediate area along Queen Ka’ahumanu Highway.
Main runway at Hilo International Airport to close overnight for maintenance, repairs
The work will include pavement repairs and crack sealing.
Hawai‘i congressional delegation in Washington condemns U.S. attack in Iran
Comments from Aloha State U.S. senators, representatives come day before Islamic Republic’s missile counterattack on U.S. base in Qatar following President Donald Trump ordered bombings of three Iranian nuclear sites June 21. Lawmakers question the legality of U.S. operation and express concern about becoming tangled in another Middle East quagmire.
Hōkūleʻa crew sights land in the Tuamotus, continues toward Taputapuātea
The crew of the Polynesian voyaging canoe, Hōkūleʻa sighted distant lights on the horizon, Saturday—marking their first visual confirmation of land since departing Hilo on June 3.
Minor coastal flooding expected during high tides this week
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, high tides combined with water levels running higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along the shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.
Business Monday: Hilo’s guitar shop turns 10 and wants to ‘keep the music going’
Spencer and Laura Ahuna started Big Island Guitars and Music Supply in the Hilo Shopping Center with seed money they won on “Wheel of Fortune.”
Kona teenager sentenced to prison for possession, dissemination of child pornography
Dominic Roberts was affiliated with a global online group that engaged in stalking, harassment and bullying of teenagers to “make digital content of a disturbing or repulsive manner.”
Temporary water service shutdown scheduled in Pāpaʻaloa area
In preparation for the Kaiwilahilahi Bridge project, water service will be temporarily halted in the Pāpaʻaloa area on Tuesday, June 24 impacting residents and businesses in and around the area.
Gusts up to 50 mph forecast for parts of Big Island now under wind advisory
North and South Kohala as well as parts of Hāmākua, North Kona, Kaʻū and Puna will see sustained northeast winds of 15 to 30 mph throughout the day as trade winds gain strength from a tight pressure gradient created because of a surface high northeast of the state.
10th Wildfire & Drought LOOKOUT! campaign highlights new era of wildfire, drought awareness
State, county and nonprofit organizations involved in wildfire prevention and mitigation say following the devastating and deadly wildfires in in August 2023 that destroyed Lahaina, killing more than 100 people, and other blazes on the Big Island the same day, people in Hawai‘i are beginning to understand the risks they, their families and their livlihoods face when wildfires loom.
New tech platforms approved by UH regents aimed at supporting students succeed
The $7.4 million, 5-year subscription to EAB Navigate360 and EAB Edify will serve as the cornerstore of a new student success initiative at the university’s 10 campuses aimed at closing the achievement gap, improving student retention and increasing graduation rates.
Last chance to register: Vibrant Hawaiʻi hosting free online workshop to help your family be emergency ready
Give your keiki the knowledge they need today to lead with strength tomorrow, and get essential information along with practical tools to prepare for disasters.
Paving work to begin at Onekahakaha Beach Park in Keaukaha
The project at the beach park just off Puhi Bay, between Chalk’s Beach and Hilo Yacht Club, in the Hilo coastal community is aimed at addressing concerns raised during a recent community meeting and includes repaving the park’s upper parking lot as well as its main entry road.
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for June 22-27
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.
Kasie Kaleohano unanimously appointed new superintendent for Hilo-Waiākea Complex Area
Kasie Kaleohano was selected as complex area superintendent for the Hilo-Waiākea Complex Area, while Leila Maeda-Kobayashi will serve as complex area superintendent for schools on Kauaʻi.
Heiva I Keaukaha celebrates Tahitian dance, culture through competition
The 12th annual Heiva I Keaukaha will bring Tahitian dancers from around the state to Hilo for a competition that displays the dynamic culture of Tahiti.
Aloha spirit on full display in Washington, D.C., during 9th annual Hawai‘i on the Hill
The event — a partnership between Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono and and Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i — provides members of the Hawai‘i business community the opportunity to meet directly with congressional leaders while also showcasing their products.
24 motorists arrested for DUI during week of June 9-15 on Big Island roads
There have been 432 DUI arrests so far this year on Big Island roadways, a 3.79% decrease compared with the 449 made during the same period in 2024. Hawai‘i Police Department reports DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue islandwide.
UPDATE: Big Island woman now faces charges connected to crash that badly injured her pedestrian boyfriend
22-year-old Alaina Kainoa-Aukai of Ocean View remains in custody, charged with several offenses including attempted murder, assault and others following crash that happened after alleged domestic dispute between the couple.
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