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Update: Highway 19 near mile marker 33 reopen
The portion of the highway near ‘Ō‘ōkala Road was previously closed after a semi-tractor and trailer toppled on its side earlier in the day and blocked the road.
Overnight runway work scheduled at Hilo International Airport
The runway work is part of the state’s ongoing efforts to improve takeoff and taxiway operations at the Hilo airport.
UH astronomers uncover risks to planets that could host life
Findings suggest that powerful radiation — some12 times stronger than previously thought — could seriously impact a planet’s ability to sustain life.
Pae ‘Āina Statewide Sail to stop at 31 ports, reach 34 communities throughout islands
The purpose of the sail, which will cover 3,000 miles throughout the state, is for training and to connect with communities, especially students and their families.
July was dry on the Big Island
Big Island rainfall totals for July were mostly below average, with many totals ranging from 30% to 70% of average. The Pāhoa rain gauge had its lowest July total since 2004, and area didn’t even record getting any rain last month.
Sections of Daniel K. Inouye Highway to become no-passing zones
Sections between mile posts 16.5 and 17.5 as well as 23.5 and 26.1 will be changed. Work to install signs and add pavement markings began Monday.
Hawai‘i Island incumbent senators and reps move on to General Election following primaries
In the House, residents will see a shakeup for Districts 1 and 2.
26-year-old needs medication and hasn’t been seen for several days
Big Island police are asking the public if anyone has seen 26-year-old Tyler Reikofski-Ekle, who was reported missing Aug. 10 and is considered endangered because of a medical condition.
Improvements to North Kohala well starts in September
Agriculture users in the North Kohala area have not had a reliable and economical water source since the Kohala Ditch system was damaged in April 2021.
Jack in the Box Hilo gets special visit from Jack Box himself
Exclusive appearance of mascot and spokesperson was in honor of location’s outstanding performance in a national sales performance for the new Smashed Jack burger.
Maunaulu parking area open at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
The park reminds motorists to drive safely and obey all posted speed limitss. Motorcyclists especially should use extra caution and expect bumps and rough road conditions.
July Officer of the Month in West Hawai‘i recognized for arrests that led to charges in fraud, theft cases
The Kona Patrol officer was recognized for arrests he made on March 3.
International Vaʻa Federation World Sprint Championships kicks off this week in Hilo
A total of 1,866 teams will compete, with 333 from Hawai‘i alone.
Business Monday: CanoeHouse at Mauna Lani welcomes 1st woman executive chef; Culinary Classic returns Labor Day weekend
Chef Rhoda Magbitang started Aug. 1 and will also be at the second annual Mauna Lani Culinary Classic, which benefits nonprofit Māla`ai: The Culinary Garden of Waimea Middle School.
Hilo man sentenced to prison in 2 separate felony drug cases
A Hilo man was sentenced to 20 years in prison for two separate drug cases. On Friday, 39-year-old Clint K. Delos Santos appeared in Hilo Circuit Court where the judge passed sentencing for incidents that occurred over the past two years, one in Hilo and the other in Kona. The court ordered that punishment be […]
Update: 2 Hawai‘i County Council races headed for a runoff in general election, preliminary reports show
With about 131,358 registered voters in Hawai‘i County, less than half, 44,382, cast ballots.
Roth will go up against Alameda in Hawai‘i County mayoral race in November
Incumbent Mayor Mitch Roth will meet challenger Kimo Alameda in the general election on Nov. 5 following a relatively close primary race, according to preliminary results posted late Saturday night by the state Office of Elections. Roth maintained a lead over the packed race, with a total of seven candidates vying for the job. The […]
Primary Election Day: Polls close at 7 p.m.
So far, 43,923 ballots have been received out of the 112,872 ballots that were issued.
Hawai‘i Island police honor 2 dispatchers for commitment to the job
Police Communications Officer Nashly Leslie was named Dispatcher of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2024, and Police Communications Officer Kainapau “Ka’ina” Mossman was named Dispatcher of the Quarter for the second quarter of 2024.
Utah man shares tale of family’s near-death experience on Kaua‘i trail in new book
“People don’t get swept down our rivers and typically make it out,” said Kauaʻi Fire Captain Aaron Hawthorne.
