News
Hiroshima Governor to Plant Tree in Lili’uokalani Gardens
The Governor of Hiroshima Prefecture will visit Hawai’i Island in May to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the East Hawai’i Hiroshima Kenjin Kai.
Declining Solar Sales May Be Linked to Sales Tactics
A sharp decline in solar installation for the first quarter in 2017 may be related to high-pressure sales tactics.
Researchers Find Best Treatment for Man o’ War Stings
Scientists at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa offer up the best advice for treating man o’ war stings.
Lava Hose, Volcano Views Aboard Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Mahalo to Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and our pilot, Toshi Mochizuki, for this amazing tour of the Volcano on the Big Island! Click on this LINK to see…
Pepeʻekeo Car Theft Suspect Arrested
The HPS has arrested a 24-year-old Hilo man for outstanding bench warrants and in connection with two incidents involving a stolen vehicle.
Big Island Dairy Fined for Water Pollution Violations
DOH found clear evidence of an unlawful discharge of wastewater from the dairy’s field irrigation practices.
Kailapa Community to Hold Firewise Cleanup
The Kailapa community won a grant from State Farm and the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) to assist with preparing the community for wildfire season.
Good News for Make-A-Wish Girl Wanting to See ‘Real Hula’
Faith Sullivan, the little girl whose wish was to “see real hula,” returned home after a Make-A-Wish Foundation trip to the 54th Merrie Monarch Festival.
HFD & Coast Guard Conduct Search After Reports of Flare Sighting
Fire units responded to the report of a flare sighting in waters off Hilo Bay at 12:30 a.m., Friday, May 5, 2017.
Hep A-Tainted Ahi Recalled on O‘ahu
The DOH has recently been notified about imported frozen raw ahi cubes distributed by Tropic Fish Hawaii LLC. on O‘ahu that tested positive for hepatitis A.
Public Meeting on Rules for Kamokuna Lava Ocean Entry
The Coast Guard will host a public meeting regarding the Notice of Proposed Rule Making for the Kamokuna lava ocean entry safety zone.
20,488 Hawai‘i Firearm Permits Approved in 2016
Of the 21,408 applications processed in 2016, 95.7% (20,488) were approved and resulted in issued permits.
Sen. Schatz: TrumpCare Would Strip Health Insurance From 24M
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement after the House of Representatives passed the American Health Care Act in a strictly partisan vote.
Bill Will Increase Federal Funding for Programs in Hawai‘i
Congressional appropriators released a bipartisan spending bill April 30 that will increase federal funding for Hawai‘i in fiscal year 2017.
UPDATE: Visitor From Switzerland Reported Missing
Big Island Police are searching for a 39-year-old man from Switzerland who was reported missing.
Public Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Saddle Road Extension
The proposed Saddle Road Extension will be the topic of a public hearing on May 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Waikoloa Elementary and Middle School Cafeteria.
Heart Transplant Fundraiser for Hilo Girl May 6
Eye Care Hawaii is hosting a car wash fundraiser on Saturday, May 6, to raise money to offset medical expenses for Natazia “Tazzy” Kahunahana, 22, of Hilo.
Cruise Ship Passenger Medevaced to Hilo Med Center
A 66-year-old woman is in stable condition at Hilo Medical Center after being medically evacuated by the Coast Guard on Tuesday, May 2.
Military Convoys Scheduled May 3, 5, 6
Members of the Army National Guard are scheduled to convoy between Kawaihae Pier and the Pōhakuloa Training Area May 3, 5 and 6 to participate in training.
