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Monarch Butterflies Thriving in Hawaiʻi, Experts Say
In December 2020, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service stopped just short of declaring the monarch butterfly a threatened or endangered species because the migratory populations of the regal insect on the mainland have significantly declined.
Gov Appoints New Attorney General for State of Hawaiʻi
Holly T.M. Shikada was appointed by Gov. David Ige to succeed Clare Connors as Attorney General of the State of Hawaiʻi.
Over 2K Hawaiian Electric Customers Remain Without Power After Weekend Storm
Approximately 2,600 Hawaiian Electric customers on the Big Island remain without power after a weekend storm that brought powerful winds and torrential rain across the state.
Carcasses of Fraser’s Dolphins Wash Ashore on Oʻahu, DLNR Reports
Three carcasses of Fraser’s dolphins have washed ashore between Diamond Head and Waikīkī, DLNR officials reported earlier this week.
Public Hearing Set on Rule Closing Bays to Protect Dolphins
A virtual public hearing Thursday will give the public a chance to weigh in on a proposed rule that would establish time-area closures of some Big Island bays in order to protect Hawaiian spinner dolphins while they rest.
Trade Winds Bring Stable Weather Conditions to Hawai’i Island
Residents throughout the island continue to grapple with power outages after a severe tropical storm over the weekend.
8 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 72 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 88,440.
Weekly DUI Stats: 13 Arrested on Big Island Roads
Thirteen motorists were arrested during the week of Nov. 29 through Dec. 5, 2021, for driving under the influence of an intoxicant, according to Hawaiʻi Police Department.
Some Power Restored in Volcano Village, Hawaiian Electric Reports
All Hawaiian Electric customers on mauka side of Hwy 11 in Volcano Village had power restored Tuesday afternoon.
Extended Power Outage Anticipated for Volcano Area
Hawaiian Electric has worked throughout the day to restore power to customers who lost service during a weekend storm.
McDonald’s of Hawaii Hosts Vaccination Clinics on the Big Island
Need to get your COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot and thinking it would be good to get some food at the same time? Then you’ll be “lovin it” during one of three vaccination clinics at several McDonald’s restaurants on the Big Island.
Police Seek Girl Last Seen in Hilo
Big Island police are asking for the public’s assistance with finding a runaway.
7 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 55 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 88,440.
Surfer Suffers Injuries After Shark Encounter at Banyans
A man is being treated at Kona Community Hospital after a shark encounter in Kona waters over the weekend.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding Missing Woman
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a 33-year-old woman reported missing.
Weather Warnings, Advisories Canceled for Big Island
The National Weather Service canceled all weather warnings, watches, and advisories for Hawaii Island for this recent storm.
Brown Water Advisory Issued for Hawaiʻi Island
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the Island of Hawai‘i.
Hawaiian Electric Works to Restore Power After Weekend Storm
Hawaiian Electric crews continue to restore electric service to customers impacted after a weekend storm.
Flags Ordered to Half-Staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Flags have been ordered to half-staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
2 More Community Spread Cases of Omicron Variant Detected in Hawaii
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports two additional confirmed Omicron variant COVID-19 cases and several possible points of exposure in Hawai‘i.
