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Watch: Entangled Male Humpback Whale Freed Off Maui Waters
A NOAA-led team of trained responders freed an entangled male humpback whale just outside Maʻalaea, Maui, in the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, officials confirmed this afternoon.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding Runaway Teen
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a Hilo teen who was reported as a runaway.
HVNP, ‘Imiloa and Mokupāpapa Team Up to Offer New Educational Program
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has partnered with two other organizations to offer a series of learning opportunities for students.
Weekly Update: 107 New COVID Cases Reported on Hawaiʻi Island
The state Department of Health reported 1,092 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 238,764.
Missing Utah Man Found in Hilo
A Utah man reported missing was found Tuesday, March 15, in good health.
No Tsunami Threat Issued for Hawaiʻi After Large Quake Hits Off Coast of Northern Japan
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a magnitude 7.3 earthquake hit near the east coast of Honshu, Japan, early this morning, the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported.
22 Motorists Arrested For DUI
Big Island police continue their crackdown on motorists who drive under the influence of an intoxicant in an effort to make the island’s roadways safer.
Police Seek Identity of Suspect in Armed Robbery at Hilo Pharmacy
Big Island police are asking for the public’s help with identifying a suspect responsible for an armed robbery at a Hilo pharmacy.
Missing South Kohala Woman Located
Dana Hori of South Kohala, who was previously reported as missing, was located Monday, March 14, in Kona in good health.
Owners of Former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Hotel Seeking State Money to Knock Burned Structure Down
The owners of the former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel that suffered $2 million in damages during a March 4 fire want to demolish the remains of the building.
Public’s Assistance Sought to Locate Missing Utah Man
Big Island police are asking the public to help locate a man who recently arrived on the island.
Big Island Community Health Centers Receive Slice of $23M Federal Allocation
Fourteen community health centers across Hawai‘i will receive $23,749,447 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to continue providing health care services to underserved communities.
Wanted Ka‘ū Woman Turns Herself In
Authorities seek the public’s help locating a Ka‘ū woman wanted on an outstanding bench warrant and for questioning in connection with a criminal investigation.
Deadline Extended to Apply For Temporary Summer Fun Jobs
Those interested in helping keiki have a fun summer have more time to apply.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding Missing Man
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a 29-year-old man who was reported missing.
DPW Updates Declaration of Compliance Form For Certain Agricultural Structures
The county Department of Public Works has updated a form for certain agricultural structures.
Pair of Coffee With a Cop Events Set in West Hawai‘i
West Hawai‘i residents are invited to attend two Coffee With a Cop events this month in Kona for an opportunity to get to know their district police officers.
DPW Updates PV Form in Continued Effort to Streamline Permit Process
The county Department of Public Works continues efforts to clarify and streamline the building permit process and is offering a new version of its residential photovoltaic system worksheet.
Kurtistown Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Neighbor Dispute
Kelley O. Calvert was charged on Monday with second-degree attempted murder, first-degree terroristic threatening, first-degree assault against a law enforcement officer, and resisting arrest, the Hawaii Police Department stated in a news release Monday, March 14.
