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Hilo Man Robbed While on Early Morning Walk
Two men accosted a man early Wednesday near the intersection of Kaumana Drive and the Puainako Avenue extension.
HVO: Volcano Giveth, and Volcano Can Taketh Away
Scientists at Hawaiian Volcano Observatory express concerns about the long-term viability of a proposed undersea power cable carrying geothermal energy to Oahu.
Tribune-Herald to Move Printing Operations to Kona
Beginning Aug. 19, the Hawaii Tribune-Herald will be printed at its sister newspaper in Kona, West Hawaii Today.
Ocean View Residents Finally Get Water Source
A long-awaited well and water fill-up station in Ocean View will be dedicated next week.
Naalehu Man Gets 40-Year Sentence For Abusing Child
David Kaawa IV is sentenced to two consecutive 20-year prison terms for continuous sexual assault of a minor and sexual assault.
Military Aircraft Training Ongoing Around PTA
There will be heightened military activity in the skies over the Big Island during RIMPAC exercises scheduled to last until Aug. 3.
UPDATE: Maile Street in Pahala Reopened
Motorists in the Ka‘u town are advised to use Kamani Street until the downed pole is cleared.
Washington Man Pleads Guilty in 2011 Murder at Resort
A member of the hotel’s staff witnessed the man attacking his girlfriend using stone from a table-top.
Price of Gas in Hilo Down 48 Cents Since April
Gas in Hawaii is still the most expensive in the nation, but in Hilo the price has dropped more than 39 cents in the past month.
UPDATE: Both Lanes Open Following Waimea Accident
A traffic accident near Hawaiian Homes Hall in Waimea has knocked down a utility pole near the 55 mile marker of Highway 11, causing traffic issues throughout the morning.
Kona Police Seeking Missing 14-Year-Old Boy
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Chito Asuncion, 14, who has been missing from his Kailua-Kona home since mid-May.
Governor to Veto Bill Removing Coffee Inspections
Citing the need to protect the Kona coffee brand, Gov. Neil Abercrombie plans to veto a bill removing mandatory coffee inspections as well as 18 other measures.
Officer’s Good Memory Leads to Chase, Arrest
A Kailua-Kona man was being held on $13,000 bail after being arrested for car theft and evading police.
Firearm Used in Two Attempted Robberies in Hilo
Police are investigating attempted robberies involving firearms that occurred at a Hilo home and a fast-food restaurant over the weekend in Hilo.
Nene Death Prompts Driving Warning to Park Visitors
Visitors to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park are being encouraged to drive carefully and be on the lookout for the welfare of Hawaii’s state bird.
UHH Breaks Ground For New Student Housing
A new complex will increase the number of student housing units at the University of Hawaii at Hilo by 50%.
Texas Woman Found Unresponsive During Snorkeling Tour
A 71-year-old woman was pronounced dead at a Waimea hospital Sunday night after being pulled from the water that morning by employees of a snorkeling tour.
Habitat of Rare Hawaiian Forest Birds Expanding
Researchers say three rare species of Hawaiian forest birds have been observed at elevations lower than seen in decades.
UPDATE: Water Shut-Offs Tuesday in Mt. View, Ahualoa
The county Department of Water Supply will shut off water service twice this week in the Ahualoa area to make new connections.
Firefighters Continue Mop-Up Efforts in Ka‘u
Maintaining perimeters and extinguishing hot spots were the aim of firefighters as the massive Ka‘u fire entered its fifth day.
