News
Missing Big Island Teenager, Urgent Alert
Police classified the situation as “extreme” in the official report, meaning there is an “extraordinary threat to life or property.”
3-Car Collision Involving Propane Tanker Sends 4 to Hospital on Big Island
The incident closed Highway 11 in Puna for several hours Friday.
CDC to Send Hawai‘i Millions to Protect Nursing Homes Amid Pandemic
The CDC announced the allocation on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021.
Underwater Cleanup Set For Keauhou Bay Saturday
The area has never had marine debris removed on this large of a scale before.
HPD Releases Names of 25 Wanted Individuals
This is a portion of the official warrant list from the County Police Department:
Main Big Island Road Closed in Both Directions
There are no detours in this area and motorists are asked to remain entirely clear of it until the road is reopened.
Fatality Figures Remain Grim as Double-Digit Deaths Reported Again Friday
A total of 89 new infections were identified on the Big Island Friday.
HFD Responds to Fire at Big Island Gym
The department asks that both residents and visitors alike call (808) 935 3311 to report any suspicious fire-related activities.
DHHL Offers Millions in Assistance to Hawaiian Homelands Lessees
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands has launched a new Homeowner Assistance Program for lessees who reside on Hawaiian Home Lands.
Weather Service Issues Red Flag Fire Alert For All Hawaiian Islands
Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Puna Murder Case Sent to Prosecutor’s Office
Hawai‘i Island police have forwarded a 2020 Puna murder investigation to the Hawai‘i County Prosecutor’s office for their review.
DOH Reports 8 More COVID-Related Deaths Thursday
A total of 96 new infections were identified on the Big Island Thursday.
3 Big Island Runaways Located
Public assistance is often crucial in the location of missing persons and/or runaways.
35 Patients at HMC Being Treated for COVID-19
Hilo Medical Center continues to operate beyond capacity due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, especially in the Intensive Care Unit.
County to Hold Abandoned Vehicle Auction This Month
Hawai‘i County will be holding its eighth abandoned vehicle auction in September in Kailua-Kona.
Some Road, Water Projects Will Not be Pursued as Part of Puna Restoration Work
The County of Hawai‘i on Wednesday highlighted additional decisions regarding infrastructure restoration in Puna following the 2018 Kīlauea eruption.
Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
Stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas prone to flooding.
