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Mountain View woman charged with attempted assault of police officer after incident where she repeatedly tried to bite him
36-year-old Florelynn Ito also faces several drug charges after Big Island police executed a search warrant on her Toyota Tacoma.
Hawai‘i Police Activities League assists with keiki rodeo
The event was part of the qualifying rounds for the upcoming Hawai‘i Keiki Rodeo Championships on April 13.
Schatz, Hirono, introduce bill to increase Medicare reimbursement for Hawai‘i hospitals
This legislation would recognize the cost-of-living challenges that hospitals in Hawai‘i and Alaska face and would increase reimbursement for hospitals in both states to ensure that they can continue to serve seniors.
Big Island lawmaker selected for national innovation fellowship
The Future Caucus cultivates the next generation of national leaders with the skills to build bipartisan coalitions and pass effective legislation.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park releases February flight operations
Management of the park requires using aircraft to monitor and research volcanic activity, conduct search-and-rescue missions and law enforcement operations, support management of natural and cultural resources and maintain backcountry facilities.
Kona man accused of crime spree with wife changes plea to guilty
Dylan Alcain is scheduled to appear for sentencing on April 17.
Update: High surf advisory for east-facing shores extended
Due to high surf impact, the Wharf at Māhukona Beach Park will remain closed for repairs until further notice.
Big Island Now poll: What are the top healthcare needs on Hawai‘i Island?
The goal to open a medical campus in Puna for Hawai‘i Island’s most rural communities is slowly becoming a reality.
Mayoral candidate ‘Dr. Kimo’ receives iron workers’ endorsement
The endorsement signals that the Big Island mayor’s race is now in full swing as other unions and organizations consider which candidates they might support.
Business Monday: Tee up for a round under the cosmic neon glow at Black Light Mini Golf Hilo
The Big Island’s newest and only indoor miniature golf course is now open to play through, featuring 18 holes inspired by different games.
Police charge Kona man after fentanyl arrest at airport
On Friday, police officers, along with Homeland Security Investigations Taskforce agents, contacted 35-year-old Dorian Thompson as he was deplaning an inbound mainland flight.
Police seeking driver in fatal pedestrian hit-and-run in Ka‘u
The Feb. 4 collision took place on Mamalahoa Highway, near the intersection of Kaalualu Road in Na‘alehu.
Poll results: Readers weigh in on goals of proposed new transient accommodation rental regulations
67%, or 274 votes, selected one of seven of the benchmarks a three-bill package wants to meet or that it’s not just one of the goals that is most important but a combination of them that will make a difference with short-term rentals on the Big Island.
Journey Through the Universe returns for 20th year to inspire Big Island students
The weeklong education and outreach program is aimed at expanding science literacy and inspiring students in grades 3-12 to explore the fields of science, technology, engineering and math through classroom presentations, career panels, public events and more.
Likelihood of Kīlauea eruption decreases
The magma intrusion in and southwest of the Big Island volcano’s summit appears to have slowed and seismicity in the same area has quieted significantly since Friday.
Big Island lane closures for the week of Feb. 3 – Feb. 9
There will be a right shoulder closure on Hawai‘i Belt Road for the installation and upgrading of telecom poles, conduits and traffic cabinets.
New hospital, medical campus project in Puna moving forward
The health care facilities, which will be located just north of Pāhoa on Highway 130, is being built by the nonprofit Puna Community Medical Center Foundation and will include not just a 25-bed hospital with emergency and other services, but also a women’s health center, dental clinic and The Dane Silva Hawaiian Healing Center.
Update: Police find runaway Kiana Gilliland in good health
Police ask anyone with information on her whereabouts to please call the police department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.
U.S. Coast Guard calling on maritime community for help in search of missing sailor
The Coast Guard is using all available means to determine the Malulani’s location, including urgent marine information broadcasts and harbor checks in California, Hawai‘i and Mexico.
Update: Judge maintains bail on Puna man reportedly found with meth at Hilo park
They 56-year-old is is scheduled to appear for a preliminary hearing on Feb. 6.
