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HVNP: Wildfire 100% Contained
The power line wildfire on the southeast flank of Mauna Loa in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is 100% contained and is holding at 42.5 acres in size, HVNP stated in a news release Tuesday, July 19.
HPD Revising Gun Carry Permits in Light of SCOTUS Decision
The Hawai‘i Police Department, like other departments around the state, is revising its permitting application process for people to carry firearms in light of the Supreme Court’s ruling on a landmark case out of New York.
Police Investigating Kawaihae Traffic Collision
Big Island police are investigating a single-vehicle collision in South Kohala that left a 26-year-old Waimea man severely injured.
Update: High Surf Advisory Cancelled
The National Weather Service has cancelled a high surf advisory for all south facing shores of Hawai‘i Island, it reported Tuesday afternoon.
Hilo Man Charged with Domestic Abuse, Firearms Offenses
A 25-year-old Hilo man was charged in relation to a domestic and firearms related incident that occurred in July.
Celebrate National SPAM Musubi Day with L&L Hawai‘i
L&L restaurants nationwide next month will celebrate Hawai‘i’s favorite comfort food: SPAM.
High Surf Warning Downgraded to Advisory
A high surf warning has been downgraded to an advisory for all south-facing shores of the main Hawaiian Islands.
Update: Kawaihae Road Now Open
Update: HPD reported Kawaihae Road in South Kohala, which was closed earlier due to a vehicle collision, is now open in both directions, the county reported at 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, July 19.
Cyclists Plead for Bike Lanes as Part of Waiānuenue Avenue Project
The Hawai‘i County Council Committee on Public Works and Mass Transit is expected to get an update Tuesday, July 19, regarding the rehabilitation project for Waiānuenue Avenue in Hilo.
Hilo Runaway Sought
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Kira Kaeha who was reported as a runaway on Tuesday, July 12. She was last seen on Friday, June 17 in the 100 block of Hoku Street in Hilo. Kaeha is known to frequent the Hilo district.
Technical Issues Impacting 911 System Resolved
The technical issues affecting its communications center and 911 call system have been resolved.
Weekend’s Southern Hemisphere Swell to Linger Throughout Week
County officials continue to assess the damage brought on by the Southern Hemisphere Swell that slammed West Hawai‘i coastlines on Saturday, July 16.
Driver Arrested in Traffic Collision That Killed Kona Woman
Big Island police have arrested a Kailua-Kona man in connection with a fatal two-vehicle collision earlier this month.
Watch: Massive Waves Pound Keauhou Townhomes; Residents React to Swell’s Damage
Property owners whose townhomes were smashed by Saturday’s massive swell spent Monday cleaning up their damaged properties and recounting the remarkable scene where waves toppled over roofs and washed through living rooms.
Next Phase of Housing Buyout Program Begins For Properties Impacted by 2018 Eruption
The next phase of the voluntary housing buyout program for properties impacted by the 2018 Kīlauea eruption is underway.
Laupāhoehoe Water Restriction Cancelled
Effective immediately, the water restriction notice for affected Laupāhoehoe customers is cancelled, the Department of Water Supply stated Monday morning. Normal water use may resume.
Watch: Wave Crashes Kona Wedding Party; High Surf Warning Still in Effect, Some Beaches Still Closed
ABC News captured a wave that intruded on a wedding party in Kailua-Kona. No injuries were reported, but the cake was ruined, the outlet reported on Sunday.
Seismic Activity Increases Under Kamaʻehuakanaloa Seamount
The volcanic seamount south of the Big Island formerly known as Lōʻihi is experiencing increased seismic activity.
Community Turns Out by The Hundreds to Support The Fight Against Cancer
Not even Tropical Storm Darby and the rain it brought as it passed to the south of the island could keep people away from participating Saturday night, July 16, in the 30th Relay For Life of the Big Island.
Enterprise Awards More Than $6K to Big Island Nonprofits
Enterprise Holdings Inc., which owns and operates the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National Car Rental and Alamo Rent A Car brands, has granted $33,000 to 13 nonprofits throughout Hawai‘i, including two Big Island organizations.
