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Big Island residents urged to stay fire safe during long Labor Day weekend
The appeal follows a since-expired red flag warning issued for leeward portions of the island Aug. 31. Despite the warning’s end, persistent weather conditions in leeward areas continue to pose a threat for brush fires.
Update: Police identify four more victims from Lāhainā wildfire
Maui police have now officially identified 54 people who died in the deadliest wildfire in the past century in the United States.
Mountain View man dies after motorcycle he was driving hits utility pole
Big Island police think speed and inattention appear to be primary factors in the Hilo crash. A coroner’s inquest investigation was initiated.
Weekly Hawai‘i Island lane closures: Sept. 2-8
Closure schedules can change at any time without further notice.
Ear, nose and throat specialist joins staff at Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital
Dr. Darin Wright, an experienced ear, nose, and throat specialist, has become a part of Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital’s medical team.
Maui Ola Benefit Concert Series continues with performance by The Green
After raising over $1 million for Maui relief, Maui Ola will return with a series of benefit concerts- donating all proceeds to those impacted by Mauiʻs devastating wildfires.
Miloli‘i park improvement project moves forward; residents concerned it will lure more tourists
Miloli’i County Park is the last area that Hawai’i County is saying it needs to repair to be ADA compliant following a 1997 lawsuit. But the village is saying more conversations are needed before moving forward.
Work furlough inmate fails to return to Hale Nani in Hilo
65-year-old Mark Kahalewai was scheduled to return to the Big Island reintegration center by 2 p.m. Friday. If you see him, call 9-1-1.
Outdoor burning ban lifted in time for Labor Day weekend
Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency confirms camping at all county parks was reinstated.
Small earthquake swarm briefly rattles Kīlauea summit Thursday
Steady rates of earthquakes have persisted in the area south of Kīlauea’s summit caldera since Aug. 22, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Most of these earthquakes have occurred at depths of 1–2 miles below the surface.
Hawai‘i County outstanding warrants as of Sept. 1, 2023
The Hawaiʻi Police Department provided the following list of 25 people with outstanding misdemeanor or traffic warrants as of Sept. 1, 2023.
Maui police have now identified 49 people killed in the Lāhainā wildfire
The Maui Police Department released the name of one more victim from the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire. Police today confirmed the identity of Leroy Wagner, 69, of Lahaina.
Researchers from University of Hawai‘i at Hilo develop framework for ‘Firefighter Syndrome’
Researchers from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo shed light on the physical and mental risks that firefighters can face in their work.
50th Annual Queen Lili‘uokalani canoe race kicks off Saturday; with donations to Maui
The 50th Anniversary of the Queen Lili’uokalani Canoe Race kicked off this week in Kona.
This is Hilo Idol: New singing competition opening doors for Big Island talent
Hilo Idol, is creating a platform — a literal stage — for exposure, cross-promotion and being part of reconnecting, re-establishing and reinvigorating the community in a still-waking post-COVID world.
Volcano Watch — Using remote acoustic monitoring to distinguish volcanic styles
Volcano observatories often use continuous remote monitoring instruments like seismometers and acoustic microphones to detect earthquakes and explosions.
Hawaiʻi residents encouraged to join statewide, one-day healing vigil for Maui
On Friday, Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners will lead a statewide, vigil aimed at facilitating emotional and spiritual healing for the people of Maui.
Former zoo veterinarian technician to head up Hawai‘i County’s newly established Animal Control and Protection Agency
Matthew Runnells has 25 years of experience working with animals, from small domestic pets to large zoo animals.
Update: Hawai‘i police arrest wanted individuals
Joseph Narzisi is described as 5-feet-10 inches tall, 180 pounds, with blue eyes and brown hair. He is known to frequent the Kailua-Kona and Oceanview areas.
Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson partner to launch ‘People’s Fund of Maui’
In response to the devastating wildfires and immediate needs in the community, media moguls Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson announced the establishment of “People’s Fund of Maui” to distribute cash directly to those who were displaced and affected by the fire. The fund is launching with an initial $10 million donated by Winfrey and Johnson and a call to action for others to contribute to this meaningful and ongoing relief effort.
