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Man Dies Following Traffic Collision in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
A man has died following a traffic collision in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Expert: Night is Becoming Less Dark, And That’s Not a Good Thing
Members of the Hawai‘i County Council on Tuesday, April 19, heard about a valuable economic and cultural resource that is slowly disappearing on the Big Island — the darkness of night.
Watch: Birth of Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup Captured on Camera
The birth of a Hawaiian monk seal pup at a North Shore beach on Oʻahu was caught on camera last week.
‘Flash’ Star Arrested Again on Big Island
Ezra Miller, known for playing “The Flash,” was arrested again on Hawai‘i, according to police.
You Are Now Free to Fly Maskless: Here’s What Airlines Are Doing in Wake of Ruling
Monday’s ruling by a federal judge against the Biden administration’s mask mandate quickly and dramatically reshaped U.S. air travel, as a number of carriers said face coverings are now optional for travelers aboard their aircraft.
Join Hōkūleʻa, Hikanalia on Virtual Voyage to Tahiti
The crews of Hōkūleʻa and her sister canoe Hikanalia on their way to Tahiti and those at home can now follow their voyage virtually.
Highway 11 in Ka’ū Now Open
Police reported at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday that Highway 11, which was closed earlier due to a vehicle collision in Ka’u near the 28 mile marker, near the entrance to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, is now reopened.
Update: Water at Pālamanui Campus has Been Restored
The Hawaiʻi Community College campus at Pālamanui in Kailua-Kona is without water.
Fire Hydrant Flow Tests Scheduled Next Week
The county Department of Water Supply is notifying customers in two areas of the Big Island that it will conduct two fire hydrant flow tests next week.
15 Motorists Arrested for Driving Under the Influence
Big Island police continue their crackdown on motorists who drive under the influence of an intoxicant.
Highway 180 in Honalo Now Open
Highway 180 North of Kona Coffee Villas in Honalo reopened around 7:30 p.m.
Roth Attends Ocean Conference in Palau
Mayor Mitch Roth had the honor last week of representing Hawaiʻi during several pre-event functions at the Our Ocean Conference in Palau.
UH-Hilo, HCC See Record Graduation Rates Despite Pandemic
Two years and counting after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo and Hawai‘i Community College are less than a month away.
Portion of Highway 180 in Holualoa Reopen After Being Closed Because of Fallen Tree, Powerlines
Highway 180 in Holualoa, 1/2 mile south of Bishop Road, is closed due to utility line on the roadway, the police department stated at 12:15 p.m. Monday, April 18.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Depart Hilo on Voyage to Tahiti
After several delays, Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia are finally on their way to Tahiti.
TSA: No More Mask Requirement on Planes, Public Transportation
The Transportation Security Administration is no longer enforcing the federal government’s mask mandate for travel after a federal judge in Florida struck down the CDC’s directive.
Police Ask For Help Finding Wanted Ka‘ū Man
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance locating 42-year-old Sham Freitas of Ka‘ū, who is wanted on several outstanding bench warrants and for questioning in connection with other criminal investigations.
UPDATE: Runaway Kona teen found safe
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a 15-year-old runaway.
Big Island Job Openings: Featured Positions for Week of April 17 – 23
Big Island Now’s featured jobs for the week of April 17 to 23, 2022.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled on Ali‘i Drive in Kona
The county Department of Water Supply will conduct a fire hydrant flow test from midnight-1 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, on Ali‘i Drive in Kona.
