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Lawmakers, nonprofit holding virtual forum to educate, engage public in crafting Hawaiʻi’s People’s Budget
This is the first forum in a series of online and in-person events that will lay the groundwork for a broader understanding of Hawaiʻi’s State Budget.
Matthias Kusch sworn in as new Hawai’i Island state representative
Gov. Josh Green appointed Kusch on Aug. 30, 2024, to fill the House District 1 vacancy created upon the passing of Rep. Mark M. Nakashima.
Hawai‘i Kupuna Hula Festival returns to Kona following yearslong hiatus
The two-day event had not been held since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Six previously suspended school bus routes restored in East Hawai‘i
In August, 108 bus routes statewide were suspended, impacting 2,900 students, due to a lack of bus drivers. Over the past several weeks, routes have slowly been restored.
Volcano Watch – Recent intrusions follow pattern of previous events
An intrusion is an injection of magma into rock, that causes ground deformation and seismicity but does not result in an eruption.
Update: Hawai‘i Island police locate woman missing since Monday
Jannefer Kaspar is described as five-feet five-inches tall and 120 pounds.
Hawai‘i Island police respond to crash on Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway
While the road is open, crews will be working in the area for the next several hours.
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding wanted man
The man is wanted for several outstanding bench warrants and for questioning in a theft investigation.
Update: Hilo teen charged, to appear in court in connection to online threats to schools
On Wednesday evening, Hawai‘i police were alerted to various posts on social media relating to members of a notorious gang being on the island and potentially planning to go to a school in Hilo on Thursday.
Finalists for UH President named, public forums throughout counties scheduled
Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez will be introduced through a series of open houses and public forums scheduled in each of the four counties.
Acting Lt. Grad Elarionoff of Hawai‘i police honored as 2024 Officer of the Year
Acting Lt. Elarionoff was honored for his efforts in leading investigations that successfully interrupted two high-end drug trafficking organizations.
Parker School senior named prestigious National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
Benjamin Tang is placed among the top 1% of all high school seniors in the nation.
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island Sept. 12-18: Read some poetry, learn about manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of an iconic music album and more
Read some poetry, learn about the majestic manta rays or celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the most iconic music albums of all time.
Affray at football game leads to arrest for assault after young girl knocked down
Tyler Anthony Ikaika Iopa was stepping backwards when his elbow unintentionally struck a young girl in the head.
Additional charges for armed, dangerous Papa‘ikou man Jordan Botelho
Jordan Botelho was a passenger in a vehicle stopped by police operating on a tip when he was arrested on Sept. 9.
Hawai‘i Police Department seeks 60-year-old man last seen in Hilo on Sept. 7
Jeffrey Clarkson is described by police as Caucasian, five feet nine inches tall and 220 pounds.
Update: Wastewater discharge advisory canceled at Kailua-Kona Pier
Sewage had spilled into the ocean near and around the Kailua-Kona pier beginning Sunday afternoon.
Take the dive and get connected to the deep ocean during ‘Pilina Kai Lipo’ in Hilo
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today, and engages the community with the deep ocean by highligthing NOAA Ocean Exploration efforts to further understand what lies beneath the surface of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Don’t miss your chance. Today is the last day.
Kona experiences spike in DUI arrests with 15 during first week of September
So far in 2024, there has been a slight increase of 1.35% of DUI arrests on the Big Island compared to a year ago.
