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$21 million in funding released for construction of new Waikōloa library
The long-awaited Waikōloa Public Library will bring educational and community resources as the first permanent library for the long, underserved area.
20 lane closures scheduled during week of April 25-May 1 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
2 women captured in surveillance footage sought in connection with Waikōloa theft
Do you know the women reportedly involved in the March 12 incident at a West Hawai‘i clothing boutique? Big Island police are asking the public for help with finding them.
Multi-agency search warrant leads to recovery of nearly 5 ounces cocaine, 1.1 ounce meth, loaded gun, more
45-year-old Luis Pagano Colon faces a dozen drug and firearm charges, including 3 counts of first-degree promoting a dangerous drug, 2 counts of possession of prohibited weapons, first-degree promoting a detrimental drug, among others.
Man sought for alleged involvement in reported assault on bus bound for Ocean View
Authorities ask the public if they can help identify the suspect or might have additional information about the incident.
Police search for three suspects involved in a Kona assault
Video surveillance captured three men involved in an assault that occurred in a retail and dining shopping area on Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona on March 14.
Hawaiʻi police continue the search for wanted Ocean View woman
Antonya Mardonada, 32, is wanted for questioning in connection with a domestic violence incident that occurred on March 24 and was last seen leaving the area on a camouflage all-terrain vehicle.
Event to temporarily create one-way traffic pattern on portion of Onomea Scenic Route
The closure is to accommodate participants of the “5K & 10K Walk/Run” in conjunction with the La Honua Festival at Pepe‘ekeō Park.
Honolulu civil trial attorney announces candidacy for lieutenant governor
The Honolulu attorney said he is launching a people-first movement focused on restoring public trust, strengthening accountability, and lowering the cost of living.
Businessman, 2 attorneys sentenced in multimillion-dollar scheme to bribe Hawai‘i County public official
According to court documents, the defendants conspired to pay bribes and kickbacks to a county housing employee in exchange for his agreement to use his official position to ensure that the county approved three affordable housing agreements benefitting the defendants’ development companies.
Fixed-wing aircraft makes emergency landing at Kona airport
The incident occurred on Thursday, shortly before noon, when the pilot ultimately refused transfer to the hospital.
Volcano Watch: Shallow earthquakes, ground deformation at Kīlauea’s summit highlight hazards near Halemaʻumaʻu
Conditions in and around the closed area at the summit of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park can evolve quickly, and elevate the risk of rockfalls, ground cracking and other potentially life‑threatening hazards.
Bill to cap parking rates on private lots in Historic Kailua Village postponed again
The bill will be heard again on May 19 during Hawai‘i County Council’s Policy Committee on Public Works and Mass Transit.
AI chatbots help UH students reach academic success before they ask for help
AI chatbots used at all ten University of Hawaiʻi campuses continue to proactively identify student needs.
April 27 designated in Hawaiʻi annually as Brother Joseph Dutton Day
The man born Ira Dutton was a Union Army veteran in the Civil War before he became a Catholic layman and spent the last 44 years of his life in service to the patients with Hansen’s Disease at the isolated Kalaupapa Settlement on Moloka’i.
Hele-On bus parked with mechanical issue rolls backwards, shearing utility pole in half
The utility pole was shearing in half and wires were damaged during the collision with the county bus.
UPDATE: Police identify dirt bike driver killed following collision with car in Hilo
The 22-year-old driver and two passengers of the Nissan sedan were transported to the Hilo Benioff Medical Center where they were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Police identify 76-year-old man who likely drowned bodysurfing at Kahalu’u Beach Park
Hawai‘i County Ocean Safety personnel and bystanders brought the unresponsive man to shore, but after life-saving measures failed he was pronounced dead at Kona Community Hospital.
Gov. Green names Keith Regan acting lieutenant governor with Sylvia Luke taking leave of absence
The change in the state’s second highest-office comes hours after Sylvia Luke announced she is taking a leave of absence amid a corruption probe.
Outreach campaign launched to help Big Island residents apply for federal storm assistance
The outreach campaign will start Friday, April 24, with visits to Nā‘ālehu and Pāhala to answer questions and assist with applications for aid from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Small Business Administration.
