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Big Island police release fentanyl arrests, recovery stats for October
In recent years, the use of illicit fentanyl has reached epidemic proportions on the mainland and Hawai‘i.
UPDATE: High surf advisory extended through Saturday morning
Update at 3:29 p.m. on Friday: The high surf advisory has been extended to 6 a.m. Saturday. Large and rough surf associated with strong trades and a northeast swell will maintain hazardous conditions along east facing shores through tonight. Update at 7:24 a.m. on Friday: The National Weather Service extended the high surf advisory through […]
Hawaiʻi County Council takes first step to award $17.3M to seven affordable housing projects
In total, 1,176 housing units in the Big Island’s affordable housing pipeline will be impacted by the infusion of funds.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 16-22: Hilo Christmas Extravaganza, Mākeke Kalikimaka, Turkey Trot, Bunka No Hi, ‘Mamma Mia!’ and much more
From holiday shopping opportunities and Thanksgiving activities to musical theater, art sales, Japanese culture and other events, there’s plenty to do around the island during the next week.
Hawaiʻi County Council resolution urges protection, preservation of sacred Kumukahi
Despite its sacredness, the area has been desecrated.
Big Island police investigating after man apparently shoots, kills self with rifle at Kona storage facility
The man’s identity is being withheld pending positive identification and notification of next of kin. Hawai‘i Police Department detectives have launched a coroner’s inquest investigation into the incident.
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.
