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Increase in Mumps Cases Prompts Investigation
An increase in cases of mumps infections throughout the State of Hawai‘i has prompted an investigation by the Department of Health (DOH). Since March, 2017, DOH has documented two clusters of cases–including at least nine on O‘ahu–bringing the total number of confirmed cases statewide for the year to 14. So far, none of the infected […]
Hilo Man Dies Following Highway 11 Crash
A 48-year-old Hilo man died following a single-vehicle crash Friday night , April 28, on Highway 11 just south of the 99 mile marker. He was identified as Robbie Weeks. Responding to a 7:47 p.m. call Friday, police determined that a 1992 Mazda two-door convertible sedan operated by Weeks had been traveling north on Highway […]
Police Shooting Victim Identified
Police were investigating a disturbance at a residence when they encountered a man wielding a loaded crossbow…
Huggo’s Loses Portion of Roof Due to High Winds
The roof blew off of the kitchen section of Huggo’s in Kailua-Kona last night, April 30, during business hours last night.
Thomas Chun-Ming Named Officer of the Month
South Hilo Patrol Officer Thomas Chun-Ming was recognized by The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaiʻi on Thursday, April 27, as the East Hawaiʻi “Officer of the Month” for April. Chung-Ming was on patrol in the Honomū area on March 27 when he received a call about a suspicious vehicle at a vacant home. Investigating the […]
Winter Storm & Flash Flood Watch Update
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch and Flash Flood Watch update on Monday, May 1, at 7:45 a.m.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch Extended for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island through late tonight.
Pōhakuloa Training Area Schedule for May 2017
Military units are scheduled to conduct training at the Pōhakuloa Training Area in May 2017 that may be heard or observed by the surrounding communities.
Man Dies in Officer-Involved Shooting
At about 3:35 p.m., police were investigating a disturbance at a residence when they encountered a man wielding a loaded crossbow.
Wind Advisory Issued Through Sunday Night
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory at 2:54 p.m. today for Hawai‘i County through 6 p.m. Sunday, April 30, 2017.
UPDATE: Flood Watch Issued for Big Island, State
A Flash Flood Watch is now in effect for the Big Island, Kaho‘olawe, Lana‘i, Maui, Moloka‘i and O‘ahu through Sunday afternoon.
DOH Publishes State’s First LGBT Health Data Report
Today the state Department of Health released the first-ever Hawaii Sexual and Gender Minority Health Report at the Building Competency in Serving Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Youth Conference. The report reveals that, compared to heterosexual youth and adults, lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) youth experience many early risk factors that contribute to poorer […]
UPDATE: Hilo Woman, 84, Reported Missing
Missing Person Elizabeth Halualani has been located in good health.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 6.8 Philippines Quake
here is no threat of a tsunami affecting Hawaiʻi after a 6.8 (7.2 preliminary magnitude) earthquake reported at 10:23 a.m. HST on April 28 in the Philippines.
HPD Investigating Suspicious Fires in Ka‘ū
Big Island police are investigating a series of suspicious fires in the Kaʻū District over the last several days.
Hawai‘i Climate March and Festivals Scheduled in Hilo, Kailua-Kona
Two events will be held on Saturday, April 29—the Climate March in Hilo, and the People’s Climate March in Kailua-Kona.
Suspect Charged, Others Wanted in Connection with County Vehicle Theft
Hawaiʻi Island police have arrested and charged Eric Wilson Jr. but are seeking four other suspects for questioning relating to the theft of a county vehicle…
Rep. Gabbard Opposes FCC ‘Attack on Net Neutrality’
In a speech on the House floor today, Thursday, April 27, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard spoke out against the FCC’s recent announcement of plans to unravel net neutrality.
Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Park
The Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park will be closed for the public’s safety during the removal of invasive vegetation using helicopter operations:
