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Big Island woman accused of racking up $4,000 in charges on an elderly man’s credit cards
Kelli-Rae Souza is scheduled to make her initial appearance in Hamakua District Court on Jan. 23.
Water to be temporarily turned off in Makapala, North Kohala
The shut-off is required for the replacement of a nearby valve and fire hydrant.
Two men killed in fiery 2023 crash identified through DNA, dental records
The men died following a single-vehicle collision on Feb. 5, 2023, at the intersection of Waikoloa Road and the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway in South Kohala.
Hawai‘i Island police investigate suspected murder of a Hilo man found dead in his car
The body was discovered in December at a banana farm.
Resolution seeks to add more Native Hawaiian culture, language to Hawai‘i County Council invocations
Resolution 391 would add kahu and kumu to the list of those who can perform the invocation prior to calling the Council’s regular sessions to order.
Maui man killed in Kona car crash identified
Police believe that speed and impairment are possible factors in the crash. The 31-year-old was also not wearing his seat belt.
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding teen boy
Police ask anyone with information on the teen’s whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.
Kona couple found with fentanyl at Big Island airport charged with additional offenses after suspected overdose of jail inmate
The inmate who died was identified as Steven Mario Delgado.
Winter weather advisory, high wind warning issued for Big Island summits
The winter advisory and wind warning are in effect till 6 a.m. Wednesday.
Update: Flood watch canceled, Wood Valley and Ka‘ala‘iki roads reopen
Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Therefore the flood watch has been canceled for the Big Island.
UH launching space tech development center, student-training hub
The Space Sciences Initiative is expected to expand Hawaiʻi’s technology sector and create more high-paying jobs across the state.
Outage affecting Hawaiʻi County’s Vehicle Registration and Licensing services has been resolved
The outage, which began at 7 a.m., impacted various vehicle registration and licensing services across the counties of Kaua‘i, Maui and Hawaiʻi.
‘Ohana Fuels gives to Hawai‘i Island United Way’s campaign to help local communities
‘Ohana Fuels’ donation will be used to support Hawai‘i Island United Way’s 36 partner agency programs.
Teen pedestrian struck by police officer dies
Due to teen Samuel Mwarey’s death, this investigation has been changed to a negligent homicide investigation.
Parks & Recreation launches spring classes in Hilo this week
The classes include drawing for keiki, beginner to advanced hula, qi gong, yoga and knitting.
U.S. Army to conduct convoys on Big Island
Convoy leaders will conduct pull-over procedures on the road to allow local residents the ability to bypass the convoy and reduce backed-up traffic.
UH community questions lack of island people in the ocean sciences
A new article published in a special issue of Oceanography examines the past course of history of the peoples of the Pacific and attempts to make headwinds in programs focused on increasing participation in ocean sciences.
Water shut-off notice for portions of Downtown Hilo
Upon resumption of water service, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned during which time you may notice turbid and/or discolored water.
Big Island Now poll no. 44: Do you support the legalization of recreational marijuana?
While the department opposes the legalization, Attorney General Anne Lopez said her office wouldn’t oppose legislation so long as provisions to protect public safety and public health remain in the bill.
