News
HI-SEAS Study to End with Simulated ‘Re-Entry’
Crew members from the simulated Mars experiment will go through a mimic re-entry by tandem skydiving on Saturday morning.
Weekend Lane Closures
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for this weekend.
Police Locate Hale Nani Escapee in Kona
A 22-year-old man who escaped from Hale Nani in May was located Friday in Kona.
‘Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted’ Airs New Episode
A new “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted” episode will feature Albert Espaniola Jr., Aaron Raymond Castro, and Peter Everett Fuerte.
Volcano Fire Causes $30K in Damage
Hawai’i County Fire Department personnel responded at 4 a.m. to a Volcano home fully engulfed in flames. The fire caused $30,000 in damage.
Police Release June 12 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Sen. Schatz Pushes Local Priorities in Defense Bill
Over $600 million in funding for Hawai’i-specific defense programs was allocated Thursday by the United States Senate Appropriations Committee.
Man Wanted for Violating Probation, Questioning
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for Logan Kahele Bishop, 25, who is wanted for violating probation and for questioning.
Weekend Hunting at Keamuku Maneuver Area
Keamuku Maneuver will be opened by Army officials over the weekend for bow hunting of feral goats and pigs.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/12/15
Thermal cracking sounds, associated with the rising lava lake coming closer to the overhanging vent wall material, were heard periodically on Thursday.
UHERO: Better Economic Performance Forecast
The Big Island still has some room for growth in the tourism sector, helping keep economic indicators steady over the next few years, according the University of Hawai’i.
HVNP Receives EPA Achievement Award
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park recently received the EPA’s Federal Green Challenge Regional Overall Achievement Award for efforts in sustainable practices.
Shriners Hospital Opens Honoka’a Outreach Clinic
Shriners Hospitals for Children opened a new outreach clinic in Honoka’a on Wednesday, it’s first at a neighbor island medical facility.
Bill Introduced to Honor Filipino WWII Veterans
Senator Mazie Hirono and Representative Tulsi Gabbard announced the introduction of legislation that would recognize Filipino World War II Veterans.
DCCA Wins International Award for ‘AlertMe’ Services
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs has won an International Association of Commercial Administrator Merit Award for its “AlertMe” service.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/11/15
On Tuesday morning, beginning at about 1:40 a.m. and lasting through 3 a.m., HVO says that a small lava flow from the south pit complex of Puʻu ʻŌʻō was observed.
Kamehameha Day Events and Closures
Each year, Kamehameha Day in celebrated in Hawai’i on June 11, honoring Kamehameha the Great.
PHOTOS: Ka ‘Ahulei O Kamehameha
King Kamehameha I was honored this evening at The 19th Annual Ka ‘Ahulei O Kamehameha in Hilo.
Charter Schools to Benefit from $1.5M OHA Grant
A $1.5 million grant from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to the Alliance for Native Hawaiian Education will benefit 17 public charter schools state-wide.
Businesses Will Soon Face Greenwaste Recycling Fees
Greenwaste recylcing fees will begin being charged to businesses on July 1.
