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Update: Flood watch canceled, Wood Valley and Ka‘ala‘iki roads reopen
Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Therefore the flood watch has been canceled for the Big Island.
UH launching space tech development center, student-training hub
The Space Sciences Initiative is expected to expand Hawaiʻi’s technology sector and create more high-paying jobs across the state.
Outage affecting Hawaiʻi County’s Vehicle Registration and Licensing services has been resolved
The outage, which began at 7 a.m., impacted various vehicle registration and licensing services across the counties of Kaua‘i, Maui and Hawaiʻi.
‘Ohana Fuels gives to Hawai‘i Island United Way’s campaign to help local communities
‘Ohana Fuels’ donation will be used to support Hawai‘i Island United Way’s 36 partner agency programs.
Teen pedestrian struck by police officer dies
Due to teen Samuel Mwarey’s death, this investigation has been changed to a negligent homicide investigation.
Parks & Recreation launches spring classes in Hilo this week
The classes include drawing for keiki, beginner to advanced hula, qi gong, yoga and knitting.
U.S. Army to conduct convoys on Big Island
Convoy leaders will conduct pull-over procedures on the road to allow local residents the ability to bypass the convoy and reduce backed-up traffic.
UH community questions lack of island people in the ocean sciences
A new article published in a special issue of Oceanography examines the past course of history of the peoples of the Pacific and attempts to make headwinds in programs focused on increasing participation in ocean sciences.
Water shut-off notice for portions of Downtown Hilo
Upon resumption of water service, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned during which time you may notice turbid and/or discolored water.
Big Island Now poll no. 44: Do you support the legalization of recreational marijuana?
While the department opposes the legalization, Attorney General Anne Lopez said her office wouldn’t oppose legislation so long as provisions to protect public safety and public health remain in the bill.
Business Monday: Big Island gyms provide equipment, support for New Year’s health kicks
A benefit of joining a gym is meeting other people who can support you in your fitness goals.
No injuries reported following small structure fire in Hōlualoa
When officers arrived on scene, they saw a resident of the property trying to put out the flames with a garden hose.
Hilo Public Library to temporarily close for technology upgrades
The bookdrop will remain open and patrons are invited to visit other Hawai‘i Island branches for library services.
Update: Hawai‘i Island police confirm human remains found in Ocean View structure fire
At 2:14 a.m., Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to a structure fire at Aloha Boulevard and Leilani Parkway. When crews arrived on scene, they found a single-family residence engulfed in flames.
Update: Hawai‘i Island police confirm 1 fatality following single-vehicle crash on Palani Road
The crash occurred near mile marker 36 between Route 180, or Hōlualoa Junction, and Hao Kuni Street.
Update: Hawai‘i Island police locate missing elderly Hilo man
The 74-year-old was last seen in the on the 700 block of Kukuau Street, Hilo on Saturday at about 10 a.m.
Update: Flood advisory canceled for Ka‘ū and Puna Districts
A flood watch remains in place for the entire state till 6 p.m.
Big Island Now Poll results: Improving physical health was top New Year’s resolution
Improving physical health and improving mental health were the top two most popular resolutions in the Big Island Now poll.
South Kona woman on 20-year mission to open transitional home for domestic violence victims
For the past 20 years, Vailu’u has dedicated her life to helping victims of domestic violence by providing them with necessities – clothes, food, toys and even airfare – through her nonprofit King’s Daughter’s Ministry.
