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High Surf Warning Continues; Wind Advisory Cancelled
Oceanfront residents and beachgoers along the affected shores of Hawai‘i Island are advised to be on the alert for high and dangerous surf.
Sen. Hirono Wants Sen. Franken to ‘Step Aside’
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawai‘i) released a statement about allegations brought against Minnesota Sen. Al Franken.
Apparent Drowning at Makalawena Beach
Onboard medical crew then initiated advanced life support protocol in an attempt to revive an apparent drowning victim.
Hawai‘i Electric Working to Restore Power
Hawai‘i Electric crews are working to safely restore power as a result of windy conditions affecting Hawai‘i Island Tuesday, Dec. 5.
HPD Arrests Puna Man Wanted on Warrant
Hawaiʻi Island police arrested and charged a 51-year-old Puna man who was wanted for a probation violation bench warrant.
UPDATE: High Surf & Wind for Hawai‘i Island
A High Surf and High Wind Warnings have been issued on Tuesday morning, Dec. 5, at 11:45 a.m. for north-facing shores of Hawai‘i Island today through tomorrow.
Human Trafficking Panel in Hilo
The Zonta Club of Hilo will host a panel discussion on human trafficking that will feature law enforcement agencies and local organizations.
Maunakea Summit Road Open… For Now
After performing remedial work and grading after ice and snow accumulations at the end of November, Maunakea’s summit access road has reopened to the public.
Rep. Gabbard Calls on Congress to Serve Families, Not Reward Corporate America
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard released a statement after the House recently voted to move to a conference committee to resolve the differences between the House and Senate versions of the Republicans’ tax reform legislation.
Report Reveals Early Childhood Education & Care Shortage
The University of Hawai‘i Center on the Family published a new a new report that finds the state lacks sufficient childcare and preschool seats to meet the community’s needs.
Hawai‘i Libraries Offer Interactive Reading Experience
The Hawai‘i State Public Library System offers an interactive reading experience for pre-Kindergarten to third grade readers through Bookflix.
Hawai‘i Island Film Office Workshop: Want to Work in TV?
Ever wonder what it would be like to work on the set and behind the scenes of a major motion picture or television show or music video?
Two Females Rescued from Honokane Nui Valley
The Hawai‘i Fire Department rescued two females from Honokane Nui Valley on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2017.
Wind Advisory in Effect for Big Island Beginning Dec. 5, AM
Strong winds will spread to all islands by Tuesday morning, continuing through the day for most of the state.
Drawing of Road Rage Stabbing Suspect Released
On Nov. 22, a 25-year-old Pāhoa man told police he was stabbed by the driver of a light-colored sedan following an argument on Moho Road in the Hawaiian Acres.
HOVE Deepwell Emergency Repair Update 1
The contractor has completed extraction of both pump and motor from the well and has confirmed that the motor is inoperable.
HPD Arrests 23 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Monday through Sunday, Nov. 27, to Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 23 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
HPD Renews Search for Missing Puna Woman
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating a 43-year-old Puna woman who was reported missing.
HPD Renews Search for Missing Woman
The HPD is renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating a 35-year-old Hilo woman who was reported missing on Aug. 6.
Operation Christmas Child in Full Swing
The HPD’s Operation Christmas Child drive collected 6,103 gift-filled shoeboxes in East Hawaiʻi for a total of 10,827 for the entire island.
