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Legality of Hawai‘i state land board appointees called into question
According to Earthjustice, the board has been conducting business and making decisions without satisfying the required qualifications since one of the board members left in August.
Hilo judge increases bail on man accused of sexually assaulting a disabled woman
Court documents indicate that the suspect exposed himself to the reported victim, who has no legs, and he allegedly sexually assaulted the victim, however, the woman was able to push Higa away.
White Guava Café gets go-ahead to reopen nearly month after closed for multiple food safety violations
The Hilo restaurant was closed until further notice after receiving a red placard in mid-October from state food safety officials because of several violations, not the least of which was a roach infestation.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia welcomed to Aotearoa, their latest stop on Moananuiākea Voyage
The canoes and their crews were greeted Thursday (Nov. 13) with a pōwhiri, or sacred formal Māori ceremony that was expected to celebrate for hours; following a little more than week of public engagements, the waʻa will take 6 months off to wait out South Pacific hurricane season before continuing their voyage.
Volcano Watch: Catching up on Kīlauea; 36 episodes and counting
Fountaining episodes during the past month and a half broke several records for this eruption, including the highest lava fountains, the most volume of lava erupted and the highest rate of lava effusion for this event, which has now lasted more than 10 months.
Several Kamehameha Park facilities in Kapa‘au closed because of water main break
Shuttered facilities include the gym, community center and swimming pool; areas closer to the park’s entrance, including the playground and Shiro Takata Field, fortunately remain open and accessible.
Russian military intelligence vessel comes within 15 nautical miles south of O‘ahu
The unannounced foreign visitor was identified as the Kareliya, a Vishnya-class intelligence vessel with Russian Federation Navy Auxiliary General Intelligence. U.S. Coast Guard personnel are monitoring the ship’s activities near U.S. waters.
UPDATE: Highway 19 near Ka‘awali‘i Gulch in Hāmākua open again to all traffic
The Hilo side of the road was previously closed for a little more than an hour Nov. 13 because of a traffic crash.
24 motorists on Hawai‘i Island arrested for DUI from Nov. 3-9
Most of the arrests occurred in Kona, with 14 people taken into custody. There were five arrests in Hilo and five in Puna.
Gov. Green forms committee to guide him in discussions on Hawai‘i military-leased lands
Mostly made up of Native Hawaiians, the committee encompasses individuals from state government and the private sector.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 14-20: Surfboard slasher, cosmic convergence, magical evening and ‘Inspecting Carol’
We’ve said it before and will likely say it again, but when you read the headline on this week’s Top 10 things to do on the Big Island and don’t think diverse, unique or even a little quirky, maybe even a “Huh?”, we’d really like to know where you live.
Man indicted for murder for running over 64-year-old with white van in Hilo
Bradshaw is a convicted felon on firearm offenses in California in January 1997. With this background, the 70-year-old was charged with second-degree murder with a bail of $500,000.
Kahilu Theatre celebrates Hawaiian heritage with 23rd annual ʻUkulele & Slack Key Festival
Celebrate the rich heritage of Waimea’s kī hō‘alu roots at Kahilu Theatre’s 23rd annual ʻUkulele and Slack Key Guitar Festival, featuring concerts, workshops and a vibrant Mākeke Vendor Market.
Breaking News: Federal government shutdown ends after record 43 days
President Donald Trump signed a funding bill on Wednesday night that ends the stalemate over the funding bill.
West Hawai‘i community members invited to have Coffee With a Cop
The intentionally informal events have no agenda, meant for everyone in attendance to get to know each other and talk. So come have a simple cup of joe — or other favorite morning beverage — with the officers sworn to serve and protect your community.
UPDATE: ByHeart recalls all Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products because of possible botulism contamination
The manufacturer recalled all batches of the product, which was sold in Hawai‘i at retailers such as Target and Safeway, including 24-ounce cans and 0.6-ounce individual serve packets. U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating.
Last chance to register for upcoming conflict prevention, resolution workshop
Latest in nonprofit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center’s training series will discuss the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality assessment, how to enhance the performance of team members and leaders as well as better use your own and others’ motivations and strengths.
Community voices, input vital to update process of Statewide Historic Preservation Plan
The plan is meant to guide preservation priorities, partnerships and strategies around Hawaiʻi through 2034 — public input is vital to ensure it reflects the voices and values of Hawaiʻi residents.
Mele Hawaiʻi reimagined: Makuakāne Fellow revitalizing Hawaiian music through use of experimental expression
Nicholas Kealiʻi Lum is weaving tradition and innovation into his in-depth studies of mele at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Ka Haka ʻUla O Keʻelikōlani College of Hawaiian Language.
