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If a federal employee loses their job because of the shutdown, they might qualify for a forbearance on their home loan that would temporarily allow them to stop making payments.

Veterans can learn more about the benefits available to them and explore the wide range of services provided through the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System during an event in Hilo on Wednesday, Oct. 22.

Hawai‘i Police Department reports that Lynda Saffery was located the night of Oct. 16 in good health. She was originally reported missing after 6 p.m. the same day.

National Weather Service radar and automated rain gauges indicated at 5:05 p.m. that heavy rain was falling over the lower slopes of North Kona at a rate of up to 1 inch per hour.

39 participants from the West Hawai‘i Scouts of America and Girl Scouts of America had the unique opportunity of experiencing the daily operations of Hawai‘i Police Department and meeting the officers who serve their communities.

As of this morning, Halemaʻumaʻu continues to be quiet with passive outgassing plumes rising from the north and south vents.

The event Oct. 17 will feature remarks from Hawaiʻi Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation leadership, including Director Tommy Johnson, and keynote speaker Hawai‘i County Council Chairman Holeka Inaba.

A total of 708 DUI arrests have been made so far this year, a 7.69% decrease from the 767 made during the same period in 2024.

Celebrate 100 years of resilience, community, and artistry at Hilo’s iconic Palace Theater, where the centennial festivities from October 23-26 offer a vibrant mix of performance art for all audiences to enjoy.

Several opportunities abound for ghouls and goblins of all ages to come out for some frightfully fun times on the Big Island during the next week. Check out this week’s top 10 now!

The lyrics of traditional Okinawan songs were found to record past climate and geological history of the Ryukyu Islands, now called Okinawa Prefecture, in Japan, according to a new study by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Earth scientist and fellow Ryukyuan music practitioners.

They would take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 5 a.m., depending on weather, and will consist of several military vehicles carrying personnel and equipment.

This increase in annual revenue is necessary to account for investments made to maintain and strengthen the Waikōloa Resort and Village water and wastewater systems, inflation, and operating cost increases.

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and drive with caution when approaching the work zones.

Panel will accept community proposals for 2 weeks — through Nov. 1 — for how the new funding could be used to implement throughout the state.

Why are you waiting? Donating blood is essential to ensure Hawai’i maintains a steady supply, and donors — by participating in blood drive efforts — directly impact the lives of those throughout the state who face medical emergencies.

This procedural change signifies the end of Hawaiian’s independent operations as the company merges with Alaska Airlines.

The 92-unit Hale Nā Koa ‘O Hanakahi community is Hawai‘i’s first affordable senior rental community dedicated for today’s modern warriors who served in the U.S. military.

Hawaiʻi County prosecutor’s office reports that 31-year-old Pomaikai Olson appeared the afternoon Oct. 14 in Hilo District Court. His bail was maintained at $592,000 and he was ordered to return Oct. 16 for a preliminary hearing.

The whale was spotted the morning of Oct. 14 in waters off the west side of Kaua‘i, but it was not the earliest sighting of the majestic cetaceans this year in the islands — that was in September.