News
Dengue: One Additional Case Confirmed, Two Infectious
One new case of dengue fever was confirmed on the Big Island Friday, bringing the total confirmed case count to 242.
DLNR: Ohia Wilt Spread Larger than Originally Thought
Rapid ohia death, or ohia wilt, a fungal infestation that attacks ohia trees, may be spreading more rapidly that initially thought.
KMA Weekend Bird Hunting
On Jan. 30 and Jan. 31, Army officials will open the Keamuku Maneuver Area for shotgun hunting of birds from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Medical Marijuana Bills Introduced as Application Process Closes
The application period for prospective applicants interested in obtaining a permit to operate a medical marijuana dispensary closes on Friday.
Lau Steps Down from Managing Director Post, Announces Mayoral Run
Hawai’i County Managing Director Wally Lau announced his resignation on Thursday, the same day he announced his run for Hawai’i County Mayor.
Honoka’a Man Wanted on Warrant
Eighteen-year-old Christian H. Olivera is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court.
Search for Wanted Honoka’a Man Continues
Kanen-Dean Ventura-Flores, 18, continues to be sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court.
Community Remembers Onizuka on Challenger Anniversary
Onizuka was the first astronaut from Hawai’i, as well as the first Asian American and first of Japanese ancestry, to reach space.
Detective Todd Honored as ‘Officer of the Month’
Detective Grant Todd received the “Officer of the Month” honor for his efforts in investigating the case of a wanted man.
South Korean Man Charged in Resort Stabbing
Kyoung Sun Yoo, 59, of South Korea is expected to make his first appearance in court on Friday.
Grounded Kohanaiki Vessel Removed
Salvage firm Cates International dove the site on Thursday and will dive again on Friday to ensure that all remaining pieces of the boat have been extracted from the water.
West Hawai’i Regional Fishery Management Focus of DLNR Meeting
The meetings will take place at the Kealakehe High School Cafeteria on Thursday, Feb. 11
Senate to Include Schatz’s Energy Research Funding Amendment
An amendment to the Energy Policy Modernization Act was approved by the United States Senate in a 55-37 vote.
DLNR DOBOR Opens New Kailua Pier Office
The office will be used by DOBOR staff to manage day-by-day operations of the pier and provide support to recreation boaters in the area.
Kawamoto Pool to Close Friday For Maintenance
Charles “Sparky” Kawamoto Swim Stadium in Hilo will close all day Friday as repairs and maintenance work will be performed.
Dengue: No New Cases, Three Infectious
The Hawai’i Department of Health lists three of the 241 total confirmed cases as “potentially infectious.”
Fontes Charged in Murder of Puna Man
Eric James Fontes Jr. has been charged in the murder of Barton Allen Bumatay.
Plane Lands Safely in Kona Following Emergency Declaration
The aircraft was an Airbus 321 whose emergency declaration was a result of a hydraulic issue, according to FAA spokesperson Ian Gregor.
Pepeekeo to Hakalau Resurfacing Project to Begin Monday
A 24-hour one lane closure will be added to the Hawai’i Department of Transportation’s list of roadwork projects, beginning Monday, Feb. 1 at 8:30 a.m.
DOE: SQS Assists in Gathering School Quality Information
The surveys provide information on how schools are doing in ways of school culture, satisfaction, and engagement.
