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Both Nānue and Hakalau bridges require significant rehabilitation to maintain operations along State Route 19 which is key for freight and a primary route of commercial vehicles traveling between Hilo and Kona.

“By offering affordable rental(s) to our Hawai’i Island residents, you are part of the solution in providing clean, safe living to our communities and a place to call home,” the County housing agency said in its release.

According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, strong and gusty southwest winds are expected through this afternoon in the lower elevations of the smaller islands as a cold front moves down the island chain.

The three-bill package is aimed at making sure all transient accommodation rentals in Hawai’i County are registered, operating safely and following the same standards.

Grants ranging from $50,000 to $75,000 for an 18-month period were awarded to 10 organizations.

Today kicks off a week of events honoring veterans lost during the Vietnam War. The wall, standing in a grassy field along the Hilo Bayfront, will be open to visitation 24 hours a day and a closing ceremony will take place on Saturday. The events are open and free to the public.

The 59-year-old man riding the motorcycle was ejected more than 250 feet, sustaining severe head and internal injuries. He remains in critical condition at an O‘ahu hospital.

31-year-old Chace Gambill of Honoka‘a is also wanted on two outstanding arrest warrants.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes for the next hour.

he Wharf at Mahukona Beach Park will remain closed today for repairs.

Almost $3.8 million was awarded to 1,774 eligible students in fiscal year 2023. The average award per student was $2,142, covering costs such as tuition, books and fees.

The event, which took place at the Kalani Oceanside Retreat Center, brought the “‘ohana back together,” said event co-producer Hope Medford.

Three crew members were aboard at the time of the incident at Māʻalaea Harbor. The 55-foot vessel’s hull is intact and its anchor deployed.

29-year-old Adam Krilla was arrested and charged last week for auto theft and drug charges after being seen driving a stolen vehicle. He was granted supervised release at his initial court appearance Jan. 16.

Act 255 charged the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority with being the principal State agency with responsibility for managing the Mauna Kea lands.

Public restrooms and amenities at this park will not be available during the closure’s timeframe.

The National Historical Park on the Big Island has been flooded by high surf.

During their search of the Silva residence, cops recovered several firearms, anabolic steroids and cocaine.

The cause and manner of Jimmy Kaneala Clifford Carmichael’s death is pending standard toxicology testing.   

Despite the tragedy on Maui, Green said the state came together to support each other. As a result, he reports that the state of Hawai‘i is strong.