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Pāhoa man sought by Kaua‘i police in connection with Līhu‘e robbery, auto theft
27-year-old Sateki Nisa is 6-foot-1 and 240 pounds. He is considered armed and dangerous. The public is advised not to approach him.
Pāhoa man granted supervised release after unlawful entry into neighbor’s home and drug possession
The 45-year-old is facing charges of second-degree unauthorized entry into a dwelling, two counts of third-degree promotion of a dangerous drug, third-degree promotion of a detrimental drug and prohibited acts related to drug paraphernalia.
Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center holding free Brown Bag Lunch Talk this Thursday
In this talk, participants will discuss how ideologies of inequity can be deeply embedded in both institutions and individual behaviors.
Hawai‘i Island Food Basket helping nonprofits feed families on Thanksgiving
Last year, the Hope Diamend Ministries gave out 60 turkeys with grocery bags full of items that included stuffing, salad and dessert.
Missing Mountain View woman and her two daughters located
Terriphena Yazzie and her children were located on Nov. 15 in good health.
Hawaiian Electric customers urged to be on alert for scams during busy holiday season
Utility scams tend to increase over the busy holidays and in the aftermath of disasters.
Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa hosting E Mau Ana Ka Hula Festival this Saturday
The festival will take place on the resort’s 22-acre Bayview Grounds, showcasing various styles of hula by students from across Hawaiʻi, Europe and Japan.
MADD Hawai‘i kicks off ‘Tie One On for Safety’ campaign Nov. 16
Red ribbons displayed on vehicles to remind motorists to drive safely this holiday season.
Weekly DUI stats: 12 arrested on Big Island roads
Two of the drivers were involved in a traffic collision. One of the drivers was under the age of 21.
High surf advisory extended for east-facing shores on the Big Island
Surf is expected to be 8 to 12 feet.
$2 million award supports UH’s work on Indigenous health disparities, health equity
The award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health supports UH’s Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health Equity.
Biden’s Investing in America Agenda announces $20 Million to bolster climate resilience for Native Hawaiian community
The new Kapapahuliau Climate Resilience Program will help enhance climate change mitigation efforts for Native Hawaiian Community.
Hawai‘i County strategizes for forecasted extended drought
The Department of Water Supply has undertaken a multi-phased strategy to meet customers’ and the public’s essential drinking water needs during the ongoing islandwide drought that weather experts predict will extend well into 2024.
Police renew request for leads in July 2021 murder of elderly Puna man
On July 31, 2021, local fishermen found the body of 76-year-old Michael Rosenbaum below the sea cliffs at MacKenzie State Recreation Area in Puna.
Pōhakuloa Training Area brush fire at 300 to 500 acres, 60% containment
Firefighters are working closely with the Pōhakuloa Training Area environmental section to identify and protect areas with natural and cultural items.
Hawai‘i Community College celebrates International Education Week
Events include Irish Night on Nov. 15, which will feature film screenings and a performance by Hawai‘i Irish Dance, and a celebration of Indian culture Nov. 16, both at the Manono campus in Hilo.
Hawai‘i County advises precautions during red flag warning
This Warning, prompted by high winds and low relative humidity, is effective for leeward areas of Hawaiʻi Island until 6 p.m. this evening.
State seeks feedback, more in effort to increase local food in schools
The Department is the state’s largest institutional consumer of food products, serving over 100,000 students a day.
Moderate levels of seismicity continue at Kīlauea summit
The Big Island volcano is not erupting; however, unrest associated with an intrusion of magma began in early October and has waxed and waned since
16-year-old boy previously reported as runaway located in good health
Big Island police say the teen was found in Hilo.
