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Queen Lili‘uokalani Outrigger Canoe Races Return in September
The world’s largest long-distance outrigger canoe race will once again welcome paddlers from around the world this year to the Big Island.
Police Seek Puna Couple Wanted in Connection With Assault
Big Island police are asking the public for help with locating a Puna couple sought for questioning in connection with an assault in March.
Survey Gauges Residents’ Perspective on ‘Regenerative’ Tourism
A new survey by the University of Hawaiʻi, one of the first of its kind, suggests that “regenerative” tourism makes the tourism industry and tourists more attractive to residents of the islands.
Hawaiian Monk Seal Released Back to Wild After Successful Removal of Ingested Fishing Gear
A Hawaiian monk seal has been released back to the wild after being treated at Kona’s Marine Mammal Center, Ke Kai Ola, for ingested fishing gear.
West Hawai’i Officer Honored For Quickly Solving Theft Investigation
A West Hawai‘i crime prevention organization recently honored an officer with the Hawai‘i Police Department for his quick action in connection with a theft at a local business.
Wildfire at HVNP 70% Contained; Cause Under Investigation
Efforts continue to extinguish a wildfire that broke out earlier this week within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and its cause is under investigation.
16 Motorists Arrested For DUI
The Hawai‘i Police Department during the week of July 4-10 continued its crackdown on motorists on Big Island roadways who drive under the influence of an intoxicant.
Weekly COVID Update: 519 New Infections Confirmed on Big Island
The state Department of Health reported 4,464 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, July 13, bringing the statewide total to 317,540.
Kona Home Destroyed in Early Morning Blaze
No injuries were reported after a Kailua-Kona home was destroyed in an early morning fire.
Ige Vetoes 28 of 30 Bills on His Intent to Veto List
Gov. David Ige announced Tuesday, July 12, that he is vetoing 26 bills and line-item vetoing two others on his intent to veto list, which he released last month.
High Surf Advisory Issued for South-Facing Shores
A high surf advisory has been issued for south-facing shores till 6 p.m. Thursday.
Hawai’i Kūpuna Softball League Standings After 2022 County Tournament
The regular season has ended, with the county tournament played July 6-7 and the state tournament on O’ahu scheduled for Aug. 2-5.
Police Seek South Kohala Theft Suspect
Big Island police are asking the public for help with identifying a suspect in a shoplifting case in South Kohala.
Big Island Sees Near to Below Average Rainfall in June
Much of the Big Island saw near to below average rainfall in June, according to the monthly precipitation summary from the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
Ige Releases $4.5M For Demolition of Hilo Harbor Water Tower
Gov. David Ige on Tuesday, July 12, announced he is releasing $4.5 million for a demolition project at Hilo Harbor.
Man Charged Following Alleged Beating of Elderly Man in Hilo
A 27-year-old man was arrested and charged with assault and robbery after an alleged beating of an elderly man in downtown Hilo on Sunday.
BISAC Summer Jam Event to Return For 8th Year
Get ready for a fun-filled day of activities for everyone in the family.
Police Seek Puna Man Wanted For Questioning in 2 Investigations
Big Island police are asking for the public’s assistance with finding a Puna man wanted for questioning in connection with criminal investigations.
Mauna Loa Road in HVNP Temporarily Closed Because of Wildfire
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park reports that Mauna Loa Road is closed to the public because of a wildfire.
Police Urge Public to Be Wary of Jewelry Scam After Man Arrested For Theft
Police urge the public to be wary when buying items from people they don’t know following the arrest of a man from Washington state earlier this week for theft.
