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No fire or injuries were reported following propane leak in Kawaihae
A propane leak at the Kawaihae harbor Friday afternoon resulted in the evacuation of harbor workers and civilians at a half-mile radius in all directions.
Update: Kawaihae Road reopens following propane leak in the area
Hawai‘i Fire Department has responded to the scene. The road is expected to be closed for at least two hours.
Police co-hosting free child safety seat clinic in Hilo on April 22
The Hawai‘i Police Department is teaming up with various organizations to hold a free child safety seat clinic in Hilo on April 22.
New medication dosing system for keiki will prevent dosing errors
Officials with the Emergency Medical Services Injury Prevention System Branch of the Hawai‘i Department of Health say the new technology is a mobile application providing rapid access to medication dosing guidelines for children.
UH Business College raises $420,000 to support Travel Industry Management students
The University of Hawaiʻi’s Shidler College of Business’ School of Travel Industry Management raised more than $420,000 during its 21st annual Celebrate a Legacy in Tourism gala; these funds will support future business leaders in the travel industry.
Pedestrian crossing an East Hawai‘i highway fatally struck by a vehicle
This is the eighth fatal traffic collision of 2023 compared to 12 fatal traffic collisions during this same time period last year.
Volcano Watch: Did lava flow out of Mauna Loa’s southern caldera during 2022 eruption?
Scientists explain why the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said during the initial state of the 2022 Mauna Loa eruption was within the caldera although people in Kona could see lava descending the western flank of the mountain.
New virtual field trip shows students snail conservation in Hawaiʻi
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife has created a unique virtual field trip that allows students to experience a world-class conservation program focused on protecting endangered kāhuli (native land snails).
Certificate program for clinical research careers offered by University of Hawaiʻi
The University of Hawaiʻi is now accepting applications for its Clinical Research Professional Certificate Program, designed for those seeking a new career path in clinical research.
Start Earth Day with E Ala Ē chant at sunrise
On Earth Day at sunrise, groups across Hawai‘i will gather for the chant led by Hawaiian elders and cultural practitioners.
Update: Hawai‘i police find missing, at-risk Kurtistown man
Marc Jones was found in good health in Keaʻau on April 21, 2023.
Kona couple arrested for attempted murder and early morning crime spree
A Kona couple has been arrested for attempted murder as Hawai‘i police continue to investigate a series of crimes over the past three days.
Kīlauea volcano is not erupting, despite elevated unrest
Small flurries of earthquakes have occurred irregularly beneath Halemaʻumaʻu, Keanakākoʻi Crater, and along the southern end of Kaluapele.
ClimbHI hosts hospitality program for Big Island students
The free two-day program was held at The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort and Mauna Kea Resort, providing students with exposure to a variety of careers.
Update: Man and woman in custody after reportedly firing shots at Hawai‘i police officers
The incident occurred at approximately 4 a.m. when Kona patrol officers attempted to stop a 2013 BMW on Māmalahoa Highway and Rabbit Hill Road Street that had been used to commit two burglaries in the area.
CVS Health installs time delay safes in all 61 Hawaiʻi Longs Drugs locations
CVS Health has completed the installation of time delay safes in more than 9,000 of its pharmacy locations, including all 61 Longs Drugs stores in Hawaiʻi.
Walmart, Sam’s Club launched 10th annual campaign to fight hunger in Hawaiʻi
Walmart and Sam’s Club launched their 10th annual “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign to help end food insecurity in Hawaiʻi and across the country.
National Library Week kicks off with virtual performance by Hawaiʻi’s State Poet Laureate
Hawaiʻi’s State Poet Laureate, Brandy Nālani McDougall will perform a virtual poetry reading on April 22 for National Library Week.
Emergency repairs to Wailuku Bridge in Hilo begin April 20; weight, speed reduced
Due to needed emergency repairs on Wailuku Bridge in Hilo, the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation has reduced the weight limit and speed limit, effective April 20.
UPDATE: 17-year-old girl missing from Hilo found
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Kelis Garmon-Mercado, who was reported as a runaway and was last seen on March 26.
