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Teen Runaway Found Safe
Hawai‘i police report that 15-year-old Lorissa Keller, who was previously reported as a runaway, was located in Hilo.
DOH Reports 4 New COVID Cases on Big Island
The state Department of Health reported 203 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 232,505.
Police Seek Public Help Finding Missing Kailua-Kona Man
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a Kailua-Kona man who was reported missing.
DPS Reports No New Positive COVID Tests Among Inmates at HCCC, Kulani
The state Department of Public Safety on Tuesday, Feb. 15, reported no new positive test results among inmates at the two correctional facilities in Hilo.
HPD: 24 Motorists Arrested for DUI
Big Island police continue their pursuit to keep roads safe and free of drivers who are under the influence of an intoxicant.
Former Lawmakers Plead Guilty to Fraud Tuesday in Connection to Bribery Case
Two former Hawai‘i lawmakers pleaded guilty on Tuesday to federal charges in connection with a bribery scandal.
Flood Advisory Issued for Kaʻū District
The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for the Kaʻū District until 6 p.m. due to excessive rainfall.
Entangled Mother Humpback With Calf Freed of Gear Off Maui
A NOAA-led team of trained responders freed an entangled adult female humpback whale on Monday, Feb. 14, outside Lahaina Harbor on Maui.
5 Big Island Farms to Receive Nearly $1M From USDA to Help Businesses Grow
Six farms and community organizations on Hawai‘i Island and Maui will receive $1,149,316 in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Senator Brian Schatz’s office announced today, Feb. 15.
Water Shutoff Scheduled Overnight Feb. 17-18 in S. Hilo
Water will be temporarily turned off from 10 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17 to 4 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 18 to do waterline connections for the Department of Water Supply’s Pāpaʻikou Transite and G.I. Pipeline replacement project. The affected areas will Pāpaʻikou, Pueopaku and Pauka‘a in South Hilo. A complete list of the project will […]
294 New Cases Reported Tuesday
The state Department of Health reported 294 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 232,302. No new fatalities were reported.
DPS: 1 Inmate at HCCC Tests Positive For COVID
The state Department of Public Safety on Monday, Feb. 14, reported one positive COVID-19 test among inmates at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center in Hilo.
Artisan Market Sets up in The Brew Block This Sunday
Nihilo Artisan Market, a bi-monthly event that strives to stimulate the creative community in Hawai’i, is hosting an Art Walk from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20 in the Brew Block, 74-5599 Pawai Place in Kailua-Kona.
High Surf Warning Issued for West Hawaiʻi
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf warning for Hawaiʻi Island’s west-facing shores until 6 p.m.
Police Searching For Missing Puna Teen
Kula Ahuna, a 16-years-old Hawaiian male, is 5-foot, 6 inches and weighs135 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.
Police Seek Public’s Help With Locating Pāhoa Runaway
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s assistance with finding a missing Puna teen.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Hawaiʻi Island
A high surf advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday for west-facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island.
State Recommends 15-Knot Speed Limit Around Whales, Other Safety Measures
Years of research by Pacific Whale Foundation, NOAA, and the state has prompted a new set of voluntary recommendations for boaters operating around humpback whales.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled Along Ponahawai Street in Hilo
Residents along Ponahawai Street, between Komohana Street and Kapi‘olani Street, including all side roads and lanes, in Hilo are being notified that their water service could be affected by an upcoming test.
