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Discovery of Meth, Cocaine, Fentanyl in Hilo Home Yields 1 Arrest
A narcotics search warrant executed at a residence in Hilo yielded one arrest after the discovery of three pounds of methamphetamine as well as cocaine and fentanyl.
Stabbing Outside Hilo Bar Leads to 3 Arrests
A stabbing outside a Hilo bar earlier this week led to the arrest of three men.
COVID-19 Cases on Big Island Exceed 8K
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 888 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 66,778.
Nearly All State Senate Personnel Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
The Hawaiʻi State Senate reports nearly all of its personnel, which includes senators, employees, volunteers and interns, are fully vaccinated.
Big Island Weekly Lane Closures: Sept. 4-10
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for Sept. 4-10.
Eruption? Intrusion? What’s the difference?
HVO explains the difference between an intrusion and eruption following a flurry of activity south of the Kīlauea caldera a week ago.
HI-EMA Secures Consistent Supply of Liquid Oxygen Amid State Shortage Due to COVID-19
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) has taken steps to secure a consistent supply of liquid oxygen (O2) from the mainland to the state of Hawaiʻi in order to meet the increased demands brought upon by the recent COVID-19 case count surge.
Officials Promise to Enforce COVID Restrictions Going into Holiday Weekend
As the Labor Day weekend begins, state and county officials have pledged to enforce emergency rules related to COVID-19 in an effort to stem the spread of the virus.
Police Seek Help Finding Missing Kona Man
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a missing Kailua-Kona man.
HPD Releases Weekly Outstanding Warrants List
Hawaiʻi Police Department releases its weekly outstanding warrants list.
DOH Reports 131 New COVID Cases on the Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 865 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 65,890. Seven new COVID-related deaths were reported.
Coast Guard Rescues 2 Kayakers Off Maui Waters
Two kayakers in distress were rescued off Maui waters Thursday, Sept. 2.
Kona Man Faces Assault Charges After Allegedly Attacking 2 People on Aliʻi Drive
A Kona man is facing robbery and assault charges after allegedly attacking two people without provocation on Aliʻi Drive near Hale Halawai Park.
Wind Advisory Issued for North Kohala to Kaʻū
A wind advisory has been issued for various parts of the Big Island starting at 6 a.m. and ending at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 3.
Fire Weather Watch Issued for Leeward Portions of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a fire weather watch for Kohala in effect starting Friday morning through the afternoon.
Ige Pleads With Hawaiʻi Residents to Stem Spread of COVID Over Labor Day Weekend
With the upcoming Labor Day weekend, Gov. David Ige is asking residents to be responsible as COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continue to climb statewide.
Weekly DUI Stats: 12 Arrested on Big Island Roads
Twelve motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the week of Aug. 23-29.
169 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 1,068 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 65,025.
Police Seek Help Locating Runaway Hilo Teen
Authorities are seeking the publicʻs help in locating a Hilo teen reported as a runaway.
Coast Guard, Partners Begin Enforcement Operation Targeting Illegal Charters
The US Coast Guard and National Ocean Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Office of Law Enforcement partners are working together to curtail illegal boat charters within the Hawaiian Islands throughout the month of September.
