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Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a man wanted on an outstanding warrant totaling $19,000 for second-degree assault.

The state Department of Health reported 1,327 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, April 13, bringing the statewide total to 243,299.

The Hawaiʻi State Senate voted on over 120 bills Tuesday, April 12, during third reading.

Small businesses interested in offering rental cars at two airports on the Big Island are encouraged to attend an upcoming online event.

In observance of Good Friday, the state’s public libraries will be closed Friday, April 15.

Hawai‘i Island police are investigating a critical traffic collision involving two vehicles that occurred at 8:32 a.m. Tuesday, April 12 on Daniel K. Inouye Highway in the area of the 17 mile marker in Hilo.

For his relentless determination in the apprehension of two suspects involved in an array of crimes involving firearms, drugs, and a stolen vehicle, Hawai‘i Police Department Officer Jonathan Rapoza was honored with the Haweo Award during a ceremony held at Hawai‘i County Council chambers in Kona on Tuesday, March 22.

Gov. David Ige on Tuesday, April 12, announced the release of more than $276 million for capital improvement projects throughout the state that were released in February and March, including nearly $15.5 million for several Big Island projects.

The near constant rainy conditions in Hilo and parts of East Hawai’i as of late are not a reflection of how the Big Island faired as far as precipitation levels went in March.

A recent attempt by hackers to attack an underwater cable that is critical to communications in Hawai’i was thwarted by federal agents.

Hawaiian Electric is continuing to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions by adding additional renewable energy to its island electric grids.

With the return of the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo, other events that coincide with the event throughout the community also are coming back, including at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel.

A move by the U.S. Department of Agriculture will allow Big Island farmers being affected by drought to seek federal assistance.

The Hawai‘i Police Department said at 9 a.m. Tuesday to avoid Daniel K. Inouye Highway due to a current traffic issue.

Forums today will take place for both finalists for the Hawai‘i Community College Palamanui director candidates between 1 and 4:35 p.m. as a way to introduce them to the public.

Big Island keiki will have the chance this weekend at a Hilo hotel to find a share of more than 5,000 Easter eggs filled with goodies.

Big Island police are reaching out to the public again to ask for help with locating a woman who has been missing nearly five years.

Now through May 1, researchers aboard the E/V Nautilus will explore Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument to investigate seamounts on expedition Luʻuaeaahikiikekumu.

After another brief delay this morning, Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia departed Sand Island for Hilo at approximately 11:15 a.m.

Three people were arrested and a fourth man is being charged in connection with a custodial interference investigation involving an infant.