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Slightly soggier than expected 2023-24 wet season will buffer Hawai‘i from earlier onset of drought, wildfire season
Shift from El Nino to La Nina conditions also means there likely will be fewer tropical cyclones, including tropical depressions, tropical storms and hurricanes, will move through the Central Pacific during the 2024 hurricane season.
Ocean View man granted supervised release following kidnapping charges is indicted
An Ocean View man initially charged in Kona District Court in connection to a domestic incident and released on bail was indicted by a Kona grand jury.
Police searching for 12-year-old missing boy
The police report Herman Kirklin was last seen on Lehua Street in Mountain View, the morning of May 14, 2024.
2024 Central Pacific hurricane season outlook predicts 1 to 4 tropical cyclones
May 19-25 is also Hurricane Preparedness Week in Hawai’i and officials urge everyone in the state to take action now, before a tropical cyclone looms, to make sure they, their loved ones and neighbors have what they need to weather a storm.
Structure burns down in Ocean View, cause unknown
According to the report, the Hawaiʻi Police Department is aware of the owner of the property and has been notified of the situation.
Police identify Ocean View man killed in Kaʻū motorcycle collision
“After passing the vehicles, the motorcycle was observed crossing over the double solid yellow lines and struck a rock embankment on the mauka side of the highway. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle,” the police department said.
Unusual late season Kona low mostly fizzles on neighbor islands, drenches O‘ahu
Last week’s storm appears to be the latest kona low to directly affect the main Hawaiian Islands in at least the past 20 years.
Video: Surveillance footage captures armed robbery at Black Lava Vape Kona
Two Kailua-Kona men were arrested in connection to the incident.
Starting Thursday, drivers in Hawai‘i can get ‘shaka plates’ benefitting nonprofit
The Shaka License Plate Program is the culmination of a two-year statewide review process, according to Project Shaka.
UHERO factbook explains Hawai‘i housing crisis as home sales hit 25-year low
UHERO reported high interest rates, high prices and low supply have continued to keep housing extremely unaffordable.
Update: High surf advisory canceled after days of extensions
Includes touthern shorelines of North and South Kona, Kaʻū and Puna on the Big Island. Beachgoers, swimmers and surfers should exercise caution when entering the water.
Governor issues proclamation celebrating Hawai‘i’s school nurses
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green, M.D., issued a proclamation recognizing National School Nurse Day on May 8, 2024.
Michael Konowicz announces candidacy for Hawai‘i County representing Kohala Districts
He will be going up against incumbent Cindy Evans.
Business Monday: OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa begins new era with $60M face-lift
The face-lift was guided and inspired by the concept of “kōī au,” symbolizing a flowing current and eloquence. Hawaiian culture and the historic significance of Keauhou Bay, the birthplace of King Kamehameha III, are also at the forefront of the resort’s new look.
Wind advisory issued for Big Island summits
High winds can forcefully open doors and damage hinges or slam doors shut, possibly causing injuries.
Eradicating invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle means protecting economy, ecosystem and Hawaiian culture
Hawai’i County Council joins the battle to push the pests back by supporting Hawai’i County Department of Environmental Management public awareness and outreach initiative aimed at minimizing breeding grounds on the Big Island.
Activity up slightly with increase in quakes under Kīlauea caldera, upper East Rift Zone
Seismicity remains above background levels. Ground deformation also continues beneath Halemaʻumaʻu and the south caldera region. Magma has been pressurizing the system beneath Halemaʻumaʻu and Kīlauea’s south caldera region for several weeks.
Fire at Kailua-Kona laundromat put out Saturday morning
The depart estimated a loss of $750,000 as a result of the incident.
National recruitment for next UH president to begin in late May
The national recruitment for the next president of the University of Hawaiʻi 10-campus system will officially begin in late May 2024 after the UH Board of Regents approved the position description and leadership profile at its May 16 monthly meeting.
Long-awaited work on Hulihe‘e Palace seawall begins
Manu Powers, regent and president of Daughters of Hawaiʻi, an organization that takes care of the palace, said workers from Isemoto Contracting Co. were hired to do the wall and sidewalk work.
