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Puna Couple Charged in Connection to Stolen Truck in Hawaiian Acres
A Puna couple is facing charges in connection to an incident earlier this week involving a stolen truck and possession of methamphetamine and firearm ammunition in Hawaiian Acres.
17 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 126 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 87,898.
NWS Forecasts Snow, High Winds for Big Island Summits
A winter storm watch, as well as a high wind watch, are anticipated for Big Island summits starting Friday evening.
Petroleum Product Possibly Found in Navy Water System
Water samples from Red Hill Elementary School on O‘ahu show the possible presence of petroleum product.
Carcass of Sperm Whale Washes Ashore on Kauaʻi
The carcass of a deceased adult sperm whale has washed up on an outer reef off the north shore of Kauaiʻi, near Pilaʻa Beach, state officials reported Wednesday, Dec. 1.
State Seeks Big Island Nominations for BLNR
The state is seeking a person from the Big Island to serve on the Board of Land and Natural Resources.
Tune In: BIIF Girls Volleyball Match Tonight
The undefeated Kamehameha Warriors will host the Hilo Vikings for the BIIF Division 1 Girls Volleyball Championship tonight
3 New COVID Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 108 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 87,772.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Plans Flight Operations in December
The skies above Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park will be busy throughout December with several flight operations planned.
Portion of Highway 11 Reopened Following Clearing of Downed Trees, Utility Lines
A portion of Highway 11 in Mountain View is closed due to fallen trees and utility lines near South Pszyk Road.
Public Help Sought Finding Runaway Teen
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a Hilo teen reported as a runaway.
Ige Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former Mayor Anderson
Anderson was the first woman to serve as mayor of the City and County of Honolulu.
Big Island Rolls Back Some Virus Restrictions
Mayor Mitch Roth signed the Mayor’s COVID-19 Emergency Rule No. 19 on Tuesday, easing various COVID-19 restrictions throughout Hawaiʻi County.
HELCO to Conduct Aerial Checks of Transmission Lines Next Month
If you hear a helicopter flying low in your neighborhood during the early portion of December, have no fear, it’s only your local electric company.
Kāpa‘au Man Charged in Alleged Domestic Incident
A Big Island man faces several charges following an alleged domestic incident involving his mother Nov. 27.
Pālamanui Forest Preserve Will Be a ‘Living Laboratory’
Thanks to an agreement between the University of Hawai‘i and the state Division of Forestry and Wildlife, Hawai‘i Community College students will be able to learn “indigenous wisdom” firsthand via the management of a lowland dry forest.
Hurricane Season 2021 Recap
With hurricane season now over, experts report below-average activity for the second year in a row.
FEMA Funds Awarded for Improvements to Waianuenue Avenue Bridge
More than $1 million in federal funding is being allocated for work on the Waianuenue Avenue Bridge in Hilo.
