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Kona couple found with fentanyl at Big Island airport linked to overdose at Hilo jail
A Kona couple arrested at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport are facing additional charges after an inmate at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center died of a suspected fentanyl overdose.
Department of the Attorney General lays out concerns over legalizing marijuana in report and draft bill to Hawai‘i lawmakers
Since 2012, 24 states plus the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis.
Inmate at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center dies of suspected overdose
Hawai‘i Island police Capt. Rio Amon-Wilkins said officers responded to the jail at around 1 p.m. on Thursday following a report of two unresponsive men down in their cell.
Hawai‘i County Kupuna Nutrition Program gets Hot Shot vehicles
The Hawaiʻi County Nutrition Program includes approximately 430 home-delivered participants and an additional 620 congregate meal site participants across Hawaiʻi County.
Kona couple arrested with fentanyl at Big Island airport were under month-long investigation
The couple are scheduled to appear in Kona Circuit Court later this month.
Volcano Watch — Separating signals: What matters to seismologists?
Being able to distinguish between random signals and volcanically induced seismic activity allows seismologists to keep a closer eye on what matters, the volcanoes.
2024 Sanctuary Ocean Count welcomes back koholā and volunteers
Volunteers must register in advance, and participation is limited for each Sanctuary Ocean Count site.
Mauna Loa stable despite small-magnitude earthquakes
A total of approximately 40 earthquakes were detected on the volcano across all depths, comparable to the number detected in the previous month.
18 DUI arrests on Big Island roadways during week of Dec. 25-31 brings total for 2023 to 954
There also were 14 fatal crashes, resulting in 15 fatalities, in 2023 compared with 30 fatal crashes, resulting in 33 fatalities in 2022.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 4-10: Music, comedy, job fairs and more
It’s the beginning of a new year and there are plenty of events happening during the next week, giving residents and visitors alike the chance to start 2024 with music, comedy and more.
Couple arrested, charged after arriving at Kona airport with more than 60 grams of fentanyl
41-year-old Izaiah Matthew Shields and 37-year-old Moriah Goulette, both of Kona, were contacted Dec. 29 at the airport by VICE officers after disembarking from a flight from California.
Peak of Quadrantids meteor shower tonight means cosmic fireworks for Hawaiian Islands
The annual meteor shower that happens from the end of December to the middle of January peaks tonight, with up to 120 bright fireball meteors possible streaking through the center of the sky.
Hawai‘i Island police ID man found dead in apparent murder-suicide on New Year’s Day
According to court documents, the woman found dead at the scene filed a temporary restraining order in Kona Family Court against the man on Dec. 29, 2023.
Third Circuit seeking applicants for independent grand jury counsel
If you are interested in being considered for a one-year appointment for either Hilo or Kona, please submit a letter indicating your interest and a resume by March 15.
Kona woman sought in custodial interference investigation
The 27-year-old was last seen with her 2-year-old son in October 2023 in the Waimea area.
Police seeking suspects in Hilo robbery
The victim stated that an unknown male had walked up to him, took his backpack with contents, and ran towards the exit.
PGA Tour Champions opens 2024 season at Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai
Forty-two legends of the game will tee it up at Hualalai Golf Course in Ka’upulehu-Kona on the Island of Hawai‘i, including six past champions.
Hawaiʻi credit union offering 7 free financial education webinars
The free webinars will be led by expert financial educators at Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union who will provide financial tips during interactive lessons.
Big Island woman sworn in as new deputy director for state program
Sanna Muñoz of the Big Island was sworn in as the new deputy director of the Rehabilitation Services and Program Division of the new Hawai‘i Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Update: Parts for down security screening machines at Hilo International Airport expected to arrive today
Officials continue to advise travelers to come early for their flights. Noting the busiest times at at the security checkpoint today will be 8:30 to 10 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
