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Hilo man facing charges after allegedly assaulting an ex-girlfriend
On Monday, Hawai‘i Island police were called to a hotel on Pu‘ueo Street in Hilo at 7:50 a.m. on a report of an active domestic.
Magma moving in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park slows, decreasing likelihood of Kīlauea eruption
The overall decrease in seismicity and deformation suggests that this event is waning.
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing California man
The 44-year-old suffers from a medical condition that requires treatment.
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Island of Hawaiʻi Visitors Bureau names Kalei Bridges as sales manager
Bridges is a haumana of Hālau Manaola as well as an educator and cultural practitioner of Polynesian music and the arts.
County of Hawai‘i appoints new human resources director
Sommer Tokihiro holds a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from San Diego State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo.
Lawmakers to discuss adding funding to University Hawai‘i budget to expand a scholarship program
Lawmakers are looking to add $19 million to the University of Hawai‘i’s annual budget to fund the expansion of a community college scholarship to university students at Mānoa, Hilo and West O‘ahu.
Kona man found with suspected fentanyl at airport was out on supervised release for unrelated drug charges
The 35-year-old was initially arrested on suspicion of violating the terms and conditions of his release in a drug case where he is awaiting trial on charges of a class B promotion of a dangerous drug and class C promotion of a dangerous drug after being found with fentanyl on Sept. 17, 2023, and Nov. 9, 2023.
Big Island police ask for help with locating 16-year-old repeat runaway
Andon was previously located in good health Dec. 9; however, shortly after being placed in a youth residential facility later that day, he ran away again.
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.
